Fortunately up to now, all deviations from Tradition which we have described have not cut off the Orthodox churches from their root. The tree remains alive and thriving in spite of all the garnishes which they have added to it. The Orthodox churches have not withered as has happened to the «churches» of the West. If you just shake off the dust which the secular spirit has scattered upon them, you will find the fresh leaves of the authentic Tradition. Tradition has never ceased to live and to be in force in the sphere of Orthodoxy.
There are still monks who live Orthodox monasticism. There are still genuine theologians who have not defiled the truth, but keep it shining and pure, far from any alien mingling. There are still Byzantine chanters and true bearers of the Orthodox iconographic tradition. There are still priests like the old ones, dedicated to their sacred function, whose constant contact with God does not permit them to be distressed over their long beards and black robes, but rather makes these things radiate holiness. There are still simple people who are worthy of seeing great miracles.
The true Tradition, then -the life, the spiritual experience, and the teaching of the Apostles and the Holy Fathers of all ages, these imprints of the walking of the Holy Spirit in the hearts of Christians- exists and continues alive among the living without any break from the Apostolic times. There is a constant harmony in all the actions of the Orthodox of all ages up to the present day, written and unwritten; and this is the golden rule upon which everyone must measure his thoughts and actions in order to see if he is within or out of the scope of Orthodoxy. The outward signs might give the impression that the continuity has been corrupted or broken, but if one looks a little further he will see that it still blossoms and refreshes those who seek it. …
2007-11-15 09:52:49 · 7 answers · asked by Jacob Dahlen 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Monastic life has often been the Lord's tool for the preservation and renewal of the Church,Christian culture and even literacy
2007-11-15 13:42:41 · answer #1 · answered by James O 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
God is faithful and using those religions that will bring people to Jesus. You are so well spoken, have you ever written articles about your faith before? God Bless You
2007-11-15 11:34:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no way, hope is never lost. bits and pieces may be missing, but even if it's only slightly there, never loose hope, because when one looses hope what is the point in even continuing life its self if there isnt hope
2007-11-15 13:17:28 · answer #3 · answered by Madison B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Christ Reigns Forever! There is still hope!
2007-11-15 10:13:19 · answer #4 · answered by Semp-listic! 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes there is hope and always will be in Jesus Christ.
2007-11-15 14:46:01 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as there is faith and there is. There will always be hope.
2007-11-15 10:21:53 · answer #6 · answered by ruscito_mom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
R/C is still the bomb yo!
2007-11-15 09:57:12 · answer #7 · answered by Juan Espera De Dios No Mas 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋