Orthodox Christian Identity in Western Europe: Contesting Religious Authority

This book explores the discourses of Orthodox Christianity in Western Europe to demonstrate the emerging discrepancies between the mother Church in the East and its newer Western congregations. It examines pastoral, ecclesiological, institutional, and ecumenical discourses to present a holistic view of how the Church views itself and how it seeks to interact with other denominations. It will be a valuable guide to scholars studying the Orthodox Church, ecumenism, and religion in Europe.

Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 20 November 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate discourses of Orthodox Christianity in Western Europe, shedding light on the growing disparities between the mother Church in the East and its newer Western congregations. Spanning over a century, it meticulously examines the origins and evolution of these discourses, exploring the challenges faced by the Orthodox Church in the modern world.

The book is structured into four distinct discursive fields, each providing a unique lens through which to analyze the Orthodox Church in Western Europe during the twentieth century. These fields include pastoral, ecclesiological, institutional, and ecumenical discourses, which collectively offer a holistic perspective of how the Church perceives itself and engages with other denominations.

While these four fields reveal a discursive vitality that extends beyond the traditional Orthodox societies, it is noteworthy that the church hierarchs in core Orthodox regions, such as Southeast Europe and Russia, have only partially reabsorbed this vitality. This book serves as a valuable resource for scholars engaged in the study of the Orthodox Church, ecumenism, and religion in Europe, as well as those working in the fields of religious studies, sociology of religion, and theology.

By delving into the complex tapestry of Orthodox Christianity in Western Europe, this book provides a deeper understanding of the multifaceted nature of this global religious movement and its impact on the broader religious landscape.

Weight: 570g
Dimension: 162 x 240 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367484187