Light from the Christian East : an introduction to the Orthodox tradition /
Payton, James R., 1947-
Light from the Christian East : an introduction to the Orthodox tradition / James R. Payton, Jr. - Illinois, IVP Academic An Imprint Intervarsity Press ©2007 - 240 pages ; 23 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 218-224) and indexes.
Historical perspectives -- Western reactions -- Orthodoxy's approach to doctrine -- Talking about God -- The creator and the creation -- Humanity as created and fallen -- The accomplishment of salvation -- The application of salvation -- What is grace? -- Going to church -- Icons -- Tradition and scripture -- Prayer.
"In Light from the Christian East, James Payton ushers readers into the world of Orthodox Christianity - its history, theology and religious practices. In doing so, he clears away the confusion and misunderstandings that often prevent non-Orthodox Christians from fully appreciating the riches of this ancient tradition. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in Orthodox Christianity."--BOOK JACKET.
9780830825943 0830825940
2007016688
Orthodox Eastern Church.
BX320.3 / .P39 2007
281.9
Light from the Christian East : an introduction to the Orthodox tradition / James R. Payton, Jr. - Illinois, IVP Academic An Imprint Intervarsity Press ©2007 - 240 pages ; 23 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 218-224) and indexes.
Historical perspectives -- Western reactions -- Orthodoxy's approach to doctrine -- Talking about God -- The creator and the creation -- Humanity as created and fallen -- The accomplishment of salvation -- The application of salvation -- What is grace? -- Going to church -- Icons -- Tradition and scripture -- Prayer.
"In Light from the Christian East, James Payton ushers readers into the world of Orthodox Christianity - its history, theology and religious practices. In doing so, he clears away the confusion and misunderstandings that often prevent non-Orthodox Christians from fully appreciating the riches of this ancient tradition. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in Orthodox Christianity."--BOOK JACKET.
9780830825943 0830825940
2007016688
Orthodox Eastern Church.
BX320.3 / .P39 2007
281.9