what does ortodox mean?

Answer 1

When it is spelled correctly, "orthodox" basically means following the proscribed rules and modes of behavior.

Answer 2

"proper worship". In English is means the approved or standard way of doing something. In religion it is used in "Orthodox Jews" and "Greek Orthodox", "Russian Orthodox", "Eastern Orthodox" etc. In these cases it would be better to let each group define itself, but Orthodox implies that in their self-understanding they do not innovate, but rather follow the way given to them by their ancestors. Orthodox is sometimes used by Protestant groups as well: eg Orthodox Presbyterians, by which they mean 'traditional'. An Orthodox Jew is one who follows the 613 commandments of the Law, according to the traditional rabbinic interpretations and applications.

Answer 3

It is spelled orthodox.
Main Entry: 1or·tho·dox
Pronunciation: 'or-th&-"däks
Function: adjective
Etymology: Middle English orthodoxe, from Middle French or Late Latin; Middle French orthodoxe, from Late Latin orthodoxus, from Late Greek orthodoxos, from Greek orth- + doxa opinion -- more at DOXOLOGY
1 a : conforming to established doctrine especially in religion b : CONVENTIONAL
2 capitalized : of, relating to, or constituting any of various conservative religious or political groups: as a : EASTERN ORTHODOX b : of or relating to Orthodox Judaism
- or·tho·dox·ly adverb

Answer 4

In everyday language, 'orthodox' means

conservative
conventional
traditional
not extreme in any way
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Answer 5

It means the 'direct way' more than the 'right way'

Answer 6

firm belief

Answer 7

literally..."the right way"