DEBATE: Is the Veneration of Icons an Apostolic Practice or an Innovation? TOP vs. Alex Sorin The Transfigured Life 2026-09-23 | DEBATE: Is the Veneration of Icons an Apostolic Practice or an Innovation? TOP vs. Alex Sorin
Saint Paul the Pharisee: Jewish Apostle to All Nations w/ Fr.Stephen De Young The Transfigured Life 2024-10-04 | On this episode of the Transfigured Life we discuss Fr. Stephen De Young's latest book "Saint Paul the Pharisee: Jewish Apostle to All Nations". Fr. Stephen De Young is a bible scholar from the Orthodox Christian tradition. In this new book, he surveys Paul’s life and writings, interpreting them within the Holy Tradition of the Ancient Church. In this work, De Young helps us reassess St. Paul in his historical context by using words and concepts grounded in first-century Judaism.0:00 - Intro0:48 - Why the new book?09:10 - St.Paul in context21:53 - Old/New perspective on Paul40:39 - Interpretive translation of St.Paul46:58 - The problem with Sola Fide56:00 - Closing Remarks
The Case for the so-called Apocrypha w/ Dr.Edith Humphrey The Transfigured Life 2024-09-20 | "Protestants, Catholics, and Orthodox have different bibles. What is the reason for the differing canon list? Is there good justification for the rejection of these extra books of the Old Testament that have been accepted by the Early Church for centuries? The Orthodox Church recognizes these extra books as anagignoskomena (known as the Readables). In this episode of The Transfigured Life, Dr.Edith Humphrey addresses the canon of scripture, makes a positive case for these books found in the Greek Septuagint, and explains why you should read the Readables!"0:00 - Intro1:18 - Why canon was established 4:48 - The Septuagint9:38 - Maccabees15:34 - The Orthodox approach to the Canon 28:25 - Apologetic response to protestant who claim books were added30:17 - Masoretic compared to the Septuagint 35:22 - Common objections to these extra books 47:55 - The divergence of the Masoretic text50:26 - Closing Thoughts
Pentecostal and Orthodox Dialogue The Transfigured Life 2024-08-30 | On this episode of The Transfigured Life Fr. Jonathan Ivanoff was invited to discuss Orthodox Christianity with Archbishop Thomas Henry, Jr., President of COAAB, the Congress of Apostles and Bishops, on Zoom Live. From the COAAB website: "The Congress of Apostles and Bishops is a synod of episcopates and apostolic leaders, and their churches, communions, reformations, networks, alliances, and fellowships from among the Convergence Movement, High Church Pentecostalism, and Independent Catholicism and Continuing and Realigning Anglicanism. The Congress of Apostles and Bishops brings together apostles and bishops from these diverse backgrounds together for dialogue, especially being an ecumenical voice for those Pentecostals and Convergence among others, and being the center of training for clergy and laity."During the one hour-plus discussion, many topics including salvation, apostolic succession, the ancient liturgy, and more, were explored and discussed.0:00 - Intro1:27 - The start of the conversation 4:27 - The Orthodox Church7:05 - "Outside the Church there is no salvation"12:12 - The Ancient Liturgy21:10 - Where is the One True Church?24:40 - Essence/Energies distinction & Salvation28:28 - The Eucharist35:50 - Hierarchy in Orthodoxy40:52 - Grace45:19 - Orthodox worship practices46:45 - Apostolic Succession 59:55 - How can the Pentecostal/Orthodox come into communion?1:04:00 - Do the Orthodox evangelize?
An Atheists Honest Experience with Christianity @HeliocentricOfficial The Transfigured Life 2024-08-02 | In this episode of The Transfigured Life, Jared shares his deconversion story on why he left Christianity, his honest take on his experience at an Eastern Orthodox Church, and ONE BIG question he has about Orthodox Christianity.Check out Heliocentric for more amazing Atheist Church audits ⬇️ youtube.com/@HeliocentricOfficial?si=yyJT29-lioKuRaLB@HeliocentricOfficial0:00 -Intro3:00 - Religious upbringing8:50 - Deconversion 22:00 - How did you resurrect your faith? 32:20 - Atheist experience at the Orthodox Church39:57 - Thoughts on Catholic and Protestant Churches42:08 - Why does an Atheist love the Church?59:00 - Theosis
The Ecclesiology of The Early Church w/ Fr.John Whiteford The Transfigured Life 2024-07-12 | #Church #Christianity #Apostolic #Orthodoxy In this episode of The Transfigured Life, we discuss the ecclesiology of the early church and its continuity with the Orthodox Church today. Can Roman Catholicism and Evangelical protestant denominations make this same claim to continuity? We explore whether this same claim is possible and more with Fr. John Whiteford on The Transfigured Life.0:00 - Intro02:35 - What is Ecclesiology?04:10 - Early Orthodox views of the Church 09:45 - Is the Church fallible or infallible?14:48 - Lack of continuity in protestantism24:00 - Schism30:45 - Response to Protestant ecclesiology41:20 - Liturgy 43:44 - Response to Allen Parr58:50 - Final comments on Roman CatholicismFor more from Fr.John Whiteford ⬇️orthodoxtheologicalschool.org/index.phpfatherjohn.blogspot.com
The Case for the Sacrament of CHRISMATION in 5 Minutes The Transfigured Life 2024-06-28 | Leading Protestant apologists today claim the Church has only TWO sacraments. But is this true? The mystery of Holy Chrismation is one of the many ancient practices demonstrating the Orthodox Church is the Church of the Apostles. On this episode of The Transfigured Life, we give a biblical and historical case for the Holy Sacrament in 5 minutes.Share, share, and share! ☦️Subscribe to my gifted brother @DeoCreative who brought this vision of the video to life.
What EVERY Christian should know about Tradition w/ Dr.Edith Humphrey The Transfigured Life 2024-06-14 | #Orthodoxy #Christ #Tradition #Apostolic In some of the church's history, Scripture has been pitted against tradition and vice versa. What does the bible say about Tradition? How should we view it? On this episode of The Transfigured Life, we are met with Prominent New Testament scholar Dr. Edith Humphrey, who tackles the perspective of the Protestant, Catholic, and Orthodox understanding of Tradition. She mentions the challenges of the non-orthodox views of Tradition and how the early Church and the Orthodox today have properly understood and preserved that understanding.0:00 - Intro1:33 - How did the biblical writers understand Tradition?5:48 - What are the most common misconceptions about Tradition?10:43 - The rule of faith and distinctions between Tradition and Teaching13:49 - How does Sola Scriptura undermine the rule of faith?17:13 - Protestant/Orthodox/Catholic approaches to Tradition21:35 - The problem of embracing basing Christianity merely on written text26:04 - Protestant Concerns about Tradition30:02 - Orthodox Tradition vs Roman Catholic Tradition36:00 - The Gift of Tradition for the Orthodox39:51 - Fr.Jonathan's encouragement to study40:41 - Closing Remarks
The BIGGEST Problem Plaguing Protestantism w/ Perry Robinson The Transfigured Life 2024-05-31 | #eccesiology #orthodoxy #reformation Does Protestantism have a sense of false unity? One of the great challenges of Protestantism is her ecclesiology. In this episode of The Transfigured Life, we address a major problem plaguing Protestantism. This is a shorter clip from our 2-part Apostolic Succession series with Perry Robinson. Like and share!Full episode with Perry Robinson! ⬇️Part 1: youtu.be/Ut9u3B5B690?si=ZWUqSQoRmQOp1oQsPart 2:youtu.be/gIn-YdU1XCc?si=RavrTv63RojkgapD
The Case for Early Image Veneration w/ Michael Garten The Transfigured Life 2024-05-10 | #orthodoxy #apologetics #churchhistory #christianity Some apologists and scholars make sweeping claims that the veneration of Icons is an accretion that has no basis in the scriptures or early history of the Church. But is this true? Is there justification for the veneration of images in the early Church? In this episode of The Transfigured Life, we are met with Michael Garten who gets into the evidence for the veneration of images before the first council of Nicea. 0:00 - Intro1:14 - Who is Michael Garten and the story of his research?6:20 - Dr.Gavin Ortlund against image veneration16:32 - The weakness of Dr.Ortlund's argument23:30 - The scriptural distinction between veneration and idolatry30:54 - Biblical evidence of Image veneration41:27 - protestants mishandling patristic context45:00 - More strong evidence for veneration in the Pre-Nicene era56:25 - The type/prototype theology in scripture/history1:04:23 - Evidence for veneration in an Apocryphal text1:12:08 - Closing remarks
Whats the TRUE understanding of the Cross? w/ Dr.Jeannie Constantinou The Transfigured Life 2024-04-26 | #Jesus #Tradition #crucifixion #apologetics How should we understand Christ's Passion in light of the teachings of the Early Church? We are met with Biblical Scholar, podcaster, author, and attorney Dr. Jeannie Constantinou who in her most recent book "The Crucifixion of the King of Glory" puts us in the center of the events of Christ's Passion, bringing the best of modern scholarship to bear while remaining faithful to the ancient and apostolic witness of the Orthodox Christian Tradition. We discuss the "Crux of the matter" concerning Tradition, Crucifixion, Salvation, and more in this episode of The Transfigured Life.0:00 - Intro1:30 - The reliability of the Gospels & Tradition 13:44 - Christian Tradition vs Bible Scholars26:20 - The Trials of Jesus35:42 - East and West understanding of the suffering of Christ44:05 - Closing Remarks
Protestant Pastor discovers the truth of Orthodoxy! The Transfigured Life 2024-04-12 | #Orthodoxy #Reformation #churchhistory We are met with Pastor Scott Klaudt the Pastor of Zootown Church who early in 2024 went viral on TikTok and other social media platforms for exposing the seeds of the Protestant Reformation. Where is he at now? What are the implications for his congregation? We discuss this and more today on The Transfigured Life.0:00 - Intro & Background6:00 - How Pastor Scott started doubting Protestantism14:50 - Pastor Scott opinion on certain protestant beliefs18:00 - Sola Scriptura23:00 - How/when were you expose to the Early Church Fathers?28:55 - How has your megachurch Church handled this transition?32:05 - How did you view of worship change?43:12 - What's next for you?48:17 - Closing thoughts
Protestant-Orthodox Dialogue REVIEW The Transfigured Life 2024-03-29 | In this episode of The Transfigured Life, Archpriest Fr.Jonathan and Luther review the dialogue between Gavin Ortlund and Father Stephen De Young. We share our perspectives and examine more closely if Sola Scriptura is true. Lastly, we conclude with Fr. Jonathan Ivanoff addressing the protestant concerns of anathemas.0:00 - Intro1:15 - Overall Thoughts of the discussion4:36 - Dr.Gavin on Sola Scriptura17:35 - Early Church Fathers On Apostolic Tradition22:15 - Inconsistencies?29:25 - Anathemas36:56 - Sola Scriptura an accretion
Sola Scriptura or Holy Tradition? w/ Dr. Gavin Ortlund And Fr. Stephen De Young The Transfigured Life 2024-03-15 | #orthodoxy #protestantism #apologetics #solascriptura Sola Scriptura or Holy Tradition? In this episode of The Transfigured Life, we have Protestant scholar Dr.Gavin Ortlund and Orthodox scholar Fr. Stephen De Young, discuss whether Sola Scriptura is the true rule of faith. The discussion begins with some guided questions and then the two scholars end with a 30-minute uninterrupted charitable dialogue. Fr. Stephen De Young is the host of The Whole Counsel of God podcast and cohosts the Lord of Spirits podcast on Ancient Faith radio.Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Church. If you find this content helpful like and share!0:00 - Intro3:00 - Sola Scriptura7:45 - Holy Tradition14:35 - Divine inspiration or practical necessity?26:37 - The errors of Sola Scriptura39:30 - Protestant concerns for Holy Tradition53:20 - Any infallible authority outside of scripture?1:01:36 - 30 minutes of uninterrupted discussion1:34:37 - Closing Remarks
Top 5 Best Orthodox Books for Protestant Inquirers The Transfigured Life 2024-03-08 | #orthodoxy #protestantism #theology #inquirers What are the top resources for diving into Orthodox Christianity? There are many good books but the ones named here are some of the best! On this episode of The Transfigured Life, we dive through some key reading for inquirers. (Disclaimer: You can't read yourself into the faith. We highly encourage visiting a local Orthodox Church and discussing with an Orthodox Priest)Like & share your thoughts below!
African Saints and Spirituality: A Neglected History w/ Fr. Deacon John Gresham The Transfigured Life 2024-02-23 | #jesus #africanchristianity #blackhistorymonth How did Malcolm X spark this Baptist Pastor to Orthodox Christianity? In this episode on The Transfigured Life, we are met with Fr. Deacon John Gresham as we discuss his journey towards orthodoxy, the spirituality of the African Desert Fathers, the Black Christian experience, and much more.Like, comment, and subscribe for more from The Transfigured Life. We got legendary stuff coming in March.
Exploring the Rich Roots of Early African Christianity w/ Hieromonk Fr.Alexii Altschul The Transfigured Life 2024-02-02 | #africanchristianity #blackhistorymonth #Jesus #orthodoxy On this episode of The Transfigured Life, we are met with Fr.Alexii Altshul to explore the rich Christian history found in Africa and its contribution to the world. We also discuss the biblical accounts of significant Africans and some notable early African Church fathers too. Lastly, we address the age-old myth propagated by Malcolm X that "Christianity is a white man's religion" and we prove why Orthodox Christianity is not only a religion for Blacks but all ethnic groups since the beginning.0:00 - Intro2:07 - How Fr.Alexii got involved in this research8:00 - How black is the bible?12:05 - Is Christianity the white man's religion?28:46 - An Orthodox perspective on race and diversity35:12 - The significance of the black community finding Orthodoxy49:15 - Any insight for those reading the African Church Father's?52:42 - Closing Remarks
The Virgin Mary: Why We Venerate Her The Transfigured Life 2024-01-19 | #theotokos #veneration #christianity #apologetics Many take issue with the veneration or honor given to the blessed Theotokos (The Mother of God). Many modern churches may see it as "idolatry," and some even goddess worship however the honor given to Mary is an ancient practice not only supported by scripture but by the Fathers of the Church throughout the centuries.0:00 - Intro1:59 - The Queen of Heaven (Mary)5:49 - Old Testament prototypes of Mary9:28 - Addressing Jeff Durbin's concerns about prayers to Mary17:58 - Addressing Reformed protestants' concerns about Mary as Mediator 23:53 - Early Church Fathers on the veneration of Mary30:10 - Closing Remarks
Orthodoxy and Feminism w/ Rachel Wilson The Transfigured Life 2024-01-05 | #Orthodoxy #Jesus #patriarchy #feminist On this episode of The Transfigured Life, we converse with Rachel Wilson who explains the origins of the feminist movement, exposes the lies of the movement, and points us to how Orthodox Christianity makes sense of gender and anthropology.Like, comment, and subscribe to the Transfigured Life so you don't miss any great content moving forward!0:00 - Intro1:52 - What is the origin of Feminism?20:30 - The Protestant Roots of Feminism25:30 - Rachel's journey to Orthodox Christianity39:02 - Orthodoxy vs Feminism57:47 - The attacks of Feminism on the Church1:06:00 - A response to the arguments for Feminism1:16:57 - Closing Remarks
The Lord of Spirits w/ Fr.Andrew Stephen Damick The Transfigured Life 2023-12-23 | On this episode of The Transfigured Life, we are met with Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick to discuss his latest book "The Lord of Spirits". We discuss the Unseen world. Angels, Demons, Biblical creatures, and more...(We apologize for the rough audio quality towards the end of the video. It was unfixable)Fr.Andrew Stephen Damick's book can be found here ⬇️store.ancientfaith.com/lord-of-spirits
Was Jesus REALLY born on December 25th? The Transfigured Life 2023-12-15 | #Advent #christmas #apologetics #orthodoxy For centuries the Church has celebrated the birth of Jesus Christ on December 25th. Some say Jesus was born during the spring or late summer. Others say Christmas has pagan origins. On this episode of The Transfigured Life Fr. Jonathan and Luther explore these claims together and present why the view of the Church is rooted well in antiquity.0:00 - Intro1:20 - Where does Christmas conspiracies come from?5:00 - What year was Jesus born?8:15 - St.Justin Martyr on the birth of Christ14:20 - Lambs in December?17:30 - More sources on the birth of Christ21:15 - What about Roman pagan holidays connections to Christmas?25:58 - Final takeaways
Angels and Demons: Who are they and why does it matter? w/ Fr.Andrew Stephen Damick The Transfigured Life 2023-12-08 | #christianity #lordofspirits #orthodoxy #angel #demon The Bible has much to say about angels and demons and many unseen creatures and events. On this episode of The Transfigured Life we discuss the topic of Angels and Demons with Fr.Andrew Stephen Damick in his latest book The Lord of Spirits.Full Interview coming soon...His book can be ordered here! store.ancientfaith.com/lord-of-spirits
Apostolic Succession: Common Objections Refuted w/ Perry Robinson The Transfigured Life 2023-11-11 | #Apologetics #Christianity #orthodoxy #church On this episode of The Transfigured Life, we continue discussing Apostolic Succession with Perry Robinson. We focus on common objections made by notable protestant scholars and apologists like Dr Gavin Ortlund, and show there are no real sound objections to the doctrine of Apostolic Succession. Like and share! More great content is coming soon!0:00 - Intro0:45 - Objection #1 12:33 - Objection #2 21:05 - Objections #3 25:25 - Response to Jerome's Text34:55 - The weakness of "denominations"55:45 - Response to those who take issue with Orthodox exclusivity 1:08:25 - Response to Dr.Gavin's on Apostolic Succession1:30:10 - Closing Thoughts
The Orthodox Case for Apostolic Succession w/ Perry Robinson The Transfigured Life 2023-10-27 | #christianity #ecclesiology #apologetics #jesus "On this episode of The Transfigured Life, we met with Orthodox Apologist Perry Robinson who gives one of the strongest cases for Apostolic Succession from the Orthodox perspective. We walk through biblical evidence and discuss the witness of some early church Father's.Like, Comment & Subscribe if you haven't. Part 2 is scheduled to come out soon.0:00 - Intro3:15 - What Apostolic Succession is NOT?6:52 - What is Apostolic Succession?13:02 - What are the biblical grounds for Apostolic Succession? 25:35 - What about the claims of the Anglicans and Roman Catholics?43:55 - Why Apostolic Succession is necessary but not sufficient for a true Church50:05 - Early Church Father's taught the doctrine of Apostolic Succession
What made these Punk Rock Musicians become Orthodox Priests? The Transfigured Life 2023-10-13 | #Jesus #orthodoxy #parallellove "On this episode of The Transfigured Life, we talk with Fr. Christopher Foley and Fr. James Bozeman, formerly with a band called Luxury. They share their story with us from their Evangelical background and part in an up-and-coming rock-and-roll band, to a life-changing car accident that later led them to the priesthood. They share marital wisdom, talk about vocation, and much more."Here is a link to stream all of their releases - luxury.bandcamp.comchristianitytoday.com/ct/2021/may-web-only/luxury-christian-band-parallel-love-doc-orthodox-priests.html0:00 - Intro9:25 - Religious upbringing13:25 - Car accident16:22 - How we responded to God through suffering21:25 - The story of how we became Orthodox priests31:47 - Marital advice for Inquirers into Orthodoxy45:45 - What is God's will?55:44 - Why become Orthodox?
3 Reasons Why You Should Be An Orthodox Christian The Transfigured Life 2023-10-09 | #jesus #orthodoxy #christianity This is a short clip from an interview with two Orthodox Priests who are part of a band called Luxury! The full episode will drop soon. The question on the table is "Why Orthodox Christianity?" Fr. James Bozeman and Fr. Christopher Foley give us their answers here. Feel free to provide yours!
The Errors of Calvinism and Protestantism w/ Jay Dyer The Transfigured Life 2023-09-22 | #christianity #apologetics #easternorthodox On this episode of The Transfigured Life we examine challenges in Calvinist and Reformed Protestant theology, and towards the end, we discuss how Orthodoxy overcomes these issues.0:00 - Intro3:48 - Why protestants are leaving for Holy Orthodoxy7:55 - What led you out of Calvinism?23:00 - Protestant churches coping with the liturgy28:20 - The Calvinist inconsistent interpretations of scripture42:55 - The errors in Reformed Christology 57:40 - Why become Orthodox vs anything else
Holy Communion: Real Presence or Mere Symbol? The Transfigured Life 2023-09-15 | #Jesus #christian #eucharist #orthodoxy How ought we to view Holy Communion? Is it important?On this episode of The Transfigured Life we discussed which view is the correct view based on scripture and the historic witness for 2,000 yrs.0:00 - Intro2:45 - Scripture on Holy Communion22:00 - St.Ignatius on Holy Communion 23:35 - St.Justin Martyr on Holy Communion26:57 - St.Ireneaus on Holy Communion29:55 - Some objections to the Real Presence 35:06 - Closing Remarks
Protestant inquirer convinced of Eastern Orthodoxy! The Transfigured Life 2023-09-08 | #Jesus #orthodoxy #Protestant #Calvinist #denominations She was faithful to the Reformed tradition which in a strange way led her to the Orthodox Church. On this episode of The Transfigured Life we enjoy a conversation with Alyia about how she landed towards the direction of Ancient Christianity and the pushback and heat she received for journeying towards this new path!
Fr.John Whitefords journey to Holy Orthodoxy The Transfigured Life 2023-08-31 | #jesus #easternorthodox #earlychurch #christian On this episode of The Transfigured Life we got to briefly hear Fr.John Whiteford share his path to finding the truth of Holy Orthodoxy.
Dr.Gavin Ortlunds Case For Protestantism Refuted w/ Fr. John Whiteford The Transfigured Life 2023-08-25 | #apologetics #orthodoxy #TruthUnites #christianity On this episode of The Transfigured Life we debunk Dr.Gavin Ortlund's attempts to make a case for Protestant Christianity and show how it has no roots in ancient Christianity and true catholicity.0:00 - Intro3:15 - Quick reactions to Gavin's video4:50 - Criticisms of protestant catholicity 27:12 - Examining protestant's faulty history/accretions34:15 - Protestant abuse of tradition and authority57:25 - Closing remarksFor more of Fr.Whiteford's follow his podcast on Ancient Faith Radio: ⬇️ancientfaith.com/podcasts/amvonFr.Whiteford's parish website:saintjonah.orgBlog:http://fatherjohn.blogspot.com
The fatal flaw of the American Gospel w/ Fr.Andrew Stephen Damick The Transfigured Life 2023-08-16 | #thegospel #christian #jesus #orthodox #earlychurch In this excerpt with Fr.Andrew Stephen Damick we discuss the difference between how the Gospel was originally understood how this type of sales pitch model of understanding the Gospel in the West has reshaped the course of human history!Linked below is the full Interview w/ Fr.Andrew Damick below: youtu.be/UjrBIWGkJXs
Do you know the TRUE Gospel? w/ Fr.Andrew Stephen Damick The Transfigured Life 2023-08-11 | #jesus #christianity #thegospel #orthodox Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick is Chief Content Officer of Ancient Faith Ministries. He is the co-host of The Lord of Spirits and many more podcast.The Gospel is not about what Jesus can do for your life. It is not even an answer to the question "How I can be saved?" On this episode of the Transfigured Life we join with Fr. Andrew Damick to discuss what the Gospel Truly is from the time of the Apostles till today. Fr.Andrew Stephen Damick is author of Arise O' God one of the most important treatments of the Gospel in the english language. This episode pulls many themes out from his book which is linked below.0:00 - Intro to Fr.Andrew Damick Bio & Projects13:00 - Why you should read his book Arise O' God16:50 - What the Gospel is NOT?18:15 - What Is a Gospel?26:57 - The Original vs the Western understanding of the Gospel38:00 - The Gospel Contextualized46:33 - The Harrowing of Hades and why it's lost in the West60:00 - Closing Remarks
Trans-figuring and the Transfiguration The Transfigured Life 2023-08-07 | #transfiguration #trans #christian #transformation Fr.Jonathan in his soon to be published essay shares how the Transfiguration of Christ speaks to the reality of the trans movement.
Does the Transfiguration Matter? A response to Dallas Jenkins The Transfigured Life 2023-08-04 | On this episode of The Transfigured Life we reflect on some aspect of the transfiguration story and charitably respond to the director of The Chosen Dallas Jenkins why the transfiguration matters. (The footage in the beginning of the video are the property of The Chosen)
Is the Veneration of Icons Forbidden? The Transfigured Life 2023-07-21 | Many in the West are opposed to icons and icon veneration. In recent years, many protestants are also beginning to reevaluate this stance. In this episode, Fr.Jonathan and I supply a defense why there's no sound argumentation against icons nor their veneration and how this practice is apostolic and necessary.00:00 - Intro03:33 - Orthodox understanding of Icons06:34 - Why the Incarnation is inseparable from our theology of icons13:44 - Biblical case for Holy Images19:52 - St.John of Damascus on veneration31:20 - Scholars attesting to the existence and practice of icon veneration38:35 - Word study in Greek of Latria and Dulia48:25 - How the Oriental Orthodox practice cuts at the 8th century accretion argument50:47 - Closing Remarks(The initial quote in the video which is attributed to St.Basil Letter 360 and can be found on newadvent.org as well as many other writings of the early church father's. It is important to note that this letter is considered spurious by many scholars, but it has a certain interest in academia, due to the fact of its having been quoted at the 7th Council (2d of Nicæa) in 787.)
What Happened to the Church the Apostles Left Behind? The Transfigured Life 2023-07-07 | "Christianity in the west and beyond looks so different. How did we get here? In this episode of The Transfigured Life, we discuss what happened to the Church from the scriptures and even into some of the later centuries after the Apostles died. We later discuss the growth of Eastern Orthodoxy in the West and end off with Father giving us insight from some evangelical apologists who advocate for ecumenism."#Orthodox #church #earlychurch #protestant
