About Orthodoxy

The Bible and Holy Tradition

Orthodox Christians believe that God's revelation is preserved through Holy Scripture and Holy Tradition.

Expanded explanation

Orthodox Christians believe that God's revelation is preserved through Holy Scripture and Holy Tradition. Holy Tradition includes the Bible, the Nicene Creed, the teachings of the Ecumenical Councils, the writings of the Church Fathers, liturgical worship, iconography, and the life of the Church. Scripture is the heart of Holy Tradition and is interpreted within the life of the Church.

Orthodox significance

Holy Tradition Includes: the Bible, the Nicene Creed, the Ecumenical Councils, the Church Fathers, Divine Worship, Icons, and the Lives of the Saints.

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