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Dive into the intriguing world of Orthodox Christianity with Fr. Don Purdum in this riveting episode. Journey through the origins, development, and relevance of this ancient faith to modern American society as Fr. Don discusses the relevancy of the cross and icons, and asks the pivotal question, Is the symbol of the cross a form of idolatry?.
You will discover how the ancient church didn’t recognize the cross as a symbol of the church for centuries and explore the historical adoption of the cross as a Christian symbol. Fr. Don poses compelling arguments, challenging the ‘icon as idolatry’ conception as argued by protestants, with references to Exodus 20 and historical instances.
With compelling storytelling, Fr. Don delves into the pivotal events from Jesus’s life, emphasizing the tremendous power of His sacrifice and resurrection in attaining redemption. Enlighten yourself with an in-depth understanding of this ancient doctrine’s uniqueness and its enduring significance in today’s world.
Fr. Don will also dive into the often subtle drift of idolatry in our everyday lives through aspects of church life. He will also share the vast contextual differences between early biblical Christianity and today’s American Christianity backed by enlightening archaeological insights.
Join this engrossing journey into history, religion, and the human spirit, enriching your understanding of the Bible and the Orthodox faith.