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For centuries, Catholics in the Western world and the Orthodox in Russia have venerated certain saints as martyrs. In many cases, both churches recognize as martyrs the same individuals who gave their lives for Jesus Christ. On the surface, it appears that while the external liturgical practices of Catholics and Russian Orthodox may vary, the...

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The book discusses what a martyr is, the method by which they are recognized and added to the calendar, and the authority which is able to do this. Without a clear understanding, there is a risk that the mutual recognition of saints might produce some initial goodwill but would create greater problems and suspicion in the longer term.

-- Journal of Theological Studies * Journal of Theological Studies *

Making Martyrs East and West

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      Publisher: Cornell University Press
      Publication Date: 14/03/2016
      ISBN13: 9780875804958, 978-0875804958
      ISBN10: 0875804950
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      Roman Catholicism, Roman Catholic Church

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      For centuries, Catholics in the Western world and the Orthodox in Russia have venerated certain saints as martyrs. In many cases, both churches recognize as martyrs the same individuals who gave their lives for Jesus Christ. On the surface, it appears that while the external liturgical practices of Catholics and Russian Orthodox may vary, the...

      Trade Review

      The book discusses what a martyr is, the method by which they are recognized and added to the calendar, and the authority which is able to do this. Without a clear understanding, there is a risk that the mutual recognition of saints might produce some initial goodwill but would create greater problems and suspicion in the longer term.

      -- Journal of Theological Studies * Journal of Theological Studies *

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