Orthodoxy
9 articles tagged with "Orthodoxy"
Imperial Unity and Diversity in Tsarist Russia: The Rise of Official Nationality
Explore Russia's imperial unity and diversity from 1770-1830 as it navigated territorial expansion, demographic growth, and ideological shifts.
Persistence of Institutional Religiosity in 18th Century Europe
Explore 18th century Europe's persistent religious institutions despite growing secularization, impacting social norms and legal systems.
The Formation of Russia: Political Consolidation and Monarchical Power
Explore Russia's transformation from divided principalities to a centralized state through monarchical consolidation and military expansion.
The Impact of Eastward Expansion and Foreign Domination on Eastern Christianity
Explore how Germanic expansion, Papal supremacy, and Mongol conquests transformed Eastern Europe's religious, political, and cultural landscapes between 1100 and 1400.
Distinctiveness of Eastern Christian Traditions
Explore the distinctiveness of Eastern Christian traditions through its philosophical heritage, monastic practices, and responses to theological disputes.
Byzantine Autocracy and its Divine Mandate
Explore Byzantine autocracy's unique blend of divine mandate and secular power, maintaining political stability through religious endorsement and orthodoxy enforcement.
The Rise of Christianity and Constantine's Transformation of the Roman Empire
Explore how Constantine's conversion transformed the Roman Empire and Christianity, establishing a symbiotic relationship between church and state.
Christianity's Critical Turning Point in the Second Century
In the second century, Christianity navigated critical choices that defined its identity against Judaism and Gnostic influences.
Risks Facing Early Christianity: Cult Transformation
Early Christians faced risks beyond persecution, needing to distinguish themselves from mystery religions to preserve their identity and message.