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The Orthodox Church of Ethiopia: A History

by Uk) Dr. John Binns (institute Of Orthodox Christian Studies

  • Paperback
  • Publisher: T&T Clark
  • 13.8 x 21.4 x 2.6 cm

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For those curious about Ethiopia's rich church history.

"The Orthodox Church of Ethiopia" reveals unique traditions.

You will understand how faith shapes Ethiopian identity.

Discover the rich history and unique traditions of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church in this insightful book by John Binns.

Surrounded by steep escarpments to the north, south and east, Ethiopia has always been geographically and culturally set apart. It has the longest archaeological record of any country in the world: indeed, this precipitous mountain land was where the human race began. It is also home to an ancient church with a remarkable legacy. The Church of Ethiopia is the only pre-colonial church in sub-Saharan Africa; today it has a membership of around forty million and is rapidly growing. This book is the first major study of a community which has developed a distinctive approach different from all other churches. John Binns explains how its special features have shaped the life of the Ethiopian people, and how political changes since the overthrow of Haile Selassie have forced the Church to rethink its identity and mission. He discusses the famous rock-hewn churches; the Ark of the Covenant (claimed by the Church and housed in Aksum); medieval monasticism; relations with the Coptic Church; centuries of co-existence with Islam; missionary activity; and the Church's venerable oral traditions of poetic allegorical reflection.
The Orthodox Church of Ethiopia: A History and The T&T Clark History of Monasticism: The Eastern Tradition
The T&T Clark History of Monasticism: The Eastern TraditionThe Orthodox Church of Ethiopia: A History

  • Title

    The Orthodox Church of Ethiopia: A History

  • Book Format

    Paperback

  • Publisher

    T&T Clark

  • Published

    March 2020

  • Weight

    341g

  • Dimensions

    13.8 x 21.4 x 2.6 cm

  • ISBN

    9780567695024

  • ISBN-10

    0567695026

  • Eden Code

    5209157