One of the most widespread religions of the world is Christianity, preaching faith in Jesus Christ - the Savior of all offended and hungry for justice.However, the historical events of Christianity split into three trends: Orthodoxy, Catholicism and Protestantism.
What believe
Orthodox Orthodox people - people who believe in God the Father, God the Son and the Holy Spirit.
For them, God is one, but is embodied in this Trinity.The basic postulates of orthodoxy are:
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belief that Jesus Christ had two natures simultaneously - human and divine.
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faith in the atoning sacrifice that brought Jesus to save mankind.
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belief in life after death and that the death of each will be rewarded according to his merits.
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belief in a mysterious force called by divine grace, which sent people over to liberation from sin.
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belief in the existence of angels and demons.
main shrine is the Bible, which honors the Orthodox people.
This book, which consists of the Old and New Testaments, reflects basic Christian ideas and guides believers to the right path.
Foundations of the Orthodox community
most widely received among Orthodox Slavic peoples.
Proponents of this trend in Christianity (translated literally means "correct teaching / judgment") adhere to the ancient customs and traditions, clearly reflecting their worldview.
Through Christian Orthodox foundations in life there are such important holidays like Christmas, Epiphany, Easter.
Orthodox people - people who hold sacred family values and traditions.In particular, before Christmas, the faithful hold a long position.It has to end on January 6 - Christmas Eve.
this day can not eat until the rising of the first star.Traditionally, after the evening service the family gathers for the holiday table, which break their kutёy (sochivo).
main holidays in Orthodoxy
Christmas is a holiday of the birth of the Son of God - Jesus Christ came into the world as the Messiah, the Savior.Through Jesus, people have gained confidence and got a hope of mercy, kindness, truth and everlasting life, mentioned by Christ in his sermons.According to the Julian calendar celebrate this holiday on January 7 while Catholics celebrate the birth of Christ on December 25th.
this day go home kolyadovschiki praising the birth of Christ in carols and wish all members of the household health and prosperity.
Another important holiday, which marks the Orthodox people - it is Baptism, which marks the baptism of Jesus, which at that time was 30 years old.The rite was performed by John the Baptist in the Jordan River and symbolized the purification of the soul and body of man from sin.
eve in temples and churches hold a ceremony of consecration of water.It is believed that after this rite of water becomes miraculous properties that can heal the sick, as well as detrimental influence the evil spirits.By tradition, Epiphany water is stored in the house for a year, until the next festive consecration.
Baptism of Jesus was the beginning of the tradition of infant baptism, which became one of the sacraments of the church.
major Christian holidays is the Resurrection of Christ - Easter.It is dedicated to the resurrection of Jesus from the dead.This day is celebrated with a special celebration: many hours of service performed;believers prepare Easter bake cakes, painted eggs, which are sanctified by the end of the service.
Orthodox traditions of the Russian people were as including the belief in the salvation of the soul, cleanse it from the sins of good deeds.Therefore, on Easter worshipers sacrificed for the good of the church and especially a lot of need.
influence of religion on society
Orthodox peoples of Russia constitute a significant part of the total population.Nevertheless, they get along well with other religions, for example, Muslims, Catholics, Buddhists.
important fact is the fact that the Russian Orthodox Church - the largest of its kind.
Its influence is quite palpable in all aspects of human life and the state.And yet in our time is not as great as before.So, the church is largely influenced by the work of many famous writers and composers: Pushkin, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Nikolai Gogol, PITchaikovsky, MPMussorgsky, APBorodin.By the works of these outstanding people are very kind to the Orthodox people.Their significance for the culture and life of believers is huge, as well as respect for the customs and traditions of their ancestors.
