Ethiopian Orthodox Saints

The Radiance of Saint George: Martyrdom and Light Though delayed by a technical issue, we share this now so you may still partake in St.

Is it permitted for Tewahedo Orthodox Christians to wear silver birr? Peace be upon you, my child. Your question regarding the wearing of silver, or ብር birr, i.

The Sacred Mystery of Marriage: A Biblical Perspective Matrimony Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, peace be with you. Today, we turn our hearts to the divine mystery of mar.

A Reflection on the Profound Mystery of Epiphany and Baptism "Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John. " Matthew 3: 13 Beloved in Christ, let us gather our h.

The True Shepherd: A Reflection on the Guardian of Israel Beloved faithful, greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd who laid down His life for.

A life with God What's a better way of thinking if someone is afraid to commit their life to God because of fear of losing freedom or feeling like it will be a lif.

What is from God. Hey I had one question, how do we know if something is from God or not? My child, your question is one that has echoed through the ages, .

The existence of God. Hello, How can one battle doubts about God? Regarding: - His existence - presence In our lives - Trusting His plan when the answers to our pr.

Honoring God What does it mean to honor the Lord practically In the Bible it says "And fear none other but Him. " Proverbs chapter 7.

Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Are there any written records detailing birth place of jesus in language of ge'ez or amharic that predates the year 325?

A Homily on the Glorious Feast of St. Michael the Archangel Beloved brethren who strive to walk in the path of truth and righteousness, it is meet and right to give glory to God a.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on God Appears on the Saints for faithful spiritual growth.

The different things we can learn from Saints Beloved faithful, let us draw near with awe to the lives of the saints, who are the holy beacons God has set before us, illumin.

Obstacles to Repentance My life has been polluted by sins and I wanted to repent. But I was very afraid of falling into the same sin again, so I thought before I repen.

The Radiance of Saint George: Martyrdom and Light In the vast tapestry of Christian saints and martyrs, St. George stands as an emblem of unwavering faith, luminous courage, and.

The annual feast of Meskel: The finding of the Cross Beloved, let us turn our hearts and minds to the contemplation of the cross— that symbol of paradox, weakness to some, .

Our Lady the Virgin Mary: "All Generations Will Call Me Blessed" Luke 1: 48 In the heart of the Christian faith, a singular statement made by the Virgin Mary in Luke 1: 48 ho.

Creation Beloved brethren, let us meditate on the wondrous doctrine of creation, a doctrine that reveals to us not only the beginning of all things but also the wisdom, powe.

The Goals every Christian should have Beloved brethren, hear the words that pour forth from the wisdom of God, the wellspring of life, the teachings that bind the soul to i.

Living in Optimism Beloved faithful, followers of the true and ancient teachings of our Holy Orthodox Tewahido Church, I greet you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

The Nature of Sin Introduction Beloved in Christ, let us embark on a spiritual examination of the gravest malady that afflicts the soul of man—sin.

The Holy Communion What is the Holy Communion? What is the origin and system of the Holy Communion? Who founded the Holy Communion? Why is the Holy Communion called.

The immaculate Conception of the Holy Virgin Mary Brethren and sisters in Christ, I bid you welcome on this splendid occasion, our gathering at Our Lady of the Holy Virgin Mary, .

The Profound Grace and Necessity of Fasting Introduction: The Divine Mandate of Fasting Beloved, we approach the sacred discipline of fasting not as a mere abstention from temp.

The Profound Significance of the Fast of Assumption of Our Lady, the Virgin Mary Beloved brethren in the Lord and cherished children of the Holy Church, It is with great reveren.

Obstacles to Repentance My life has been polluted by sins and I wanted to repent. But I was very afraid of falling into the same sin again, so I thought before I repen.

The Annual Feast of Saint Joseph the Elder: A Reflection on His Life and Legacy Dear faithful adherents of the teachings preserved through the ages, let us gather in the spirit of.

Obstacles to Repentance My life has been polluted by sins and I wanted to repent. But I was very afraid of falling into the same sin again, so I thought before I repen.

Answer to the last question regarding our Lady the virgin Mary My child, thank you for your thoughtful inquiry. It brings joy to my heart that you and your friend are wrestling wi.

The Holy Apostles: The sacred designation of "apostle, " deriving from the ancient term meaning "sent, " encapsulates the profound mission and essence of those chosen.

The Solemn Feast of the Martyrdom of Saints Peter and Paul: A Reflection on Their Lives and Legacy Beloved brethren, as we approach the annual solemnity of July 12th, our hearts.

St. John the Baptist. given for his annual feast which took place yesterday Beloved in Christ, let us turn our hearts and minds to the profound narrative and celes.

Of the lesson on the Holy Eucharist: A Deep Dive into Its Theological and Symbolic Significance The Union of Flesh and Blood with the Faithful The Holy Eucharist, Chr.

The Vital Essence of Oral Tradition: A Treatise on the Lifeblood of Faith In the richness of Christian heritage, oral tradition stands as a living conduit through which the wisdo.

Certain spirits "goeth not out but by prayer and fasting" Matthew 17: 21. where.

The Profound Nature of Church Membership Church membership holds a significance that transcends mere affiliation or registry; it is an intimate embrace of the divine will, an.

The Holy Eucharist Brethren in the Lord, who stand steadfast in the unwavering Orthodox faith, grace unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.

"Be Holy, for I the Lord Your God Am Holy" - A Reflection on Divine Holiness and Human Sanctification Beloved brethren in faith, grace unto you and peace from God our Father and t.

The use of Iconography in the EOTC Why are these colonial images of Jesus from Italy, Rome allowed in our church and in our prayer books?

St. Yared Beloved brethren in Christ, may the grace and peace of God be upon you all. Today, we gather together to commemorate and celebrate the life and legacy of the estee.

The Nativity of Saint Mary Beloved in Christ, we gather today to contemplate a mystery profound, An event both in time and beyond time: the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin M.

The first Thursday of Pascha The fifth Thursday of Resurrection is known as "Adam Thursday". Our father Adam, the first man, and the mother of us all, Eve, were filled with happi.

Christian living and spirituality Philippians 2: 1-11 "do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility regard others as better than yourself. Let eac.

Holy Wednesday On the solemn observance of the Wednesday of Holy Week, known traditionally among the devout as Spy Wednesday, we are called to delve into the profound narrat.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on Guebre Here the Fifth Week of the Great for faithful spiritual growth.

Service and carrier choice What does the church advise about careers that consume a lot of your time & potentially limit the amount of time you can spend in chu.

The deaconate and priesthood Greetings again, I have another question. For me, being a Deacon is amazing. I feel like the Holy Spirit is dwelling with in me so mu.

The Praise of Mary What is the significance of the Tefisihee Mariam that the Deacons say in our church? For example: Antee Wi'itu mesobe werq qeyih ante wistet.

Anxiety My question is about fear & anxiety. I have struggled with social anxiety for a long time now, and it affects different areas of my life, like work, church.

The Holy Eucharist Brethren in the Lord, who stand steadfast in the unwavering Orthodox faith, grace unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Reflections for the Second Week of the Great Lent; 'Holy' The second week of the Great Lent, termed as "Holy, " beckons us deeper into the heart of spiritual introspection and co.

This Q&A offers an Orthodox response on Our Father Abune Gebre Menfes Kidus Beloved Members for spiritual guidance.

Trials that come with fasting In the observance of fasting, a discipline most venerable and ancient, we find ourselves embarking upon a journey that is both deeply personal.

Zewerede: The First Sunday of the Great Lent Beloved in Christ, as we stand at the threshold of this sacred season of the Great Lent, let us turn our hearts and minds to the pro.

Spiritual Melody, Zema and the EOTC Greetings beloved brother Yohannes Neseha. I am Dcn. Zefre Birhan and I serve at Holy Trinity located in Bronx Ny.

The Profound Essence and Paramount Value of Peace Beloved brethren, today we delve deeply into the essence and paramount importance of peace, a virtue so exalted that it mirror.

Intercession Hello again, John 11: 25-26 says "Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die.

Prayer When we pray to ask God for something. Are we supposed to pray about it once and understand he knows what we are asking for and stop there.

Intersection Hello, I want thank you for answering my questions for the past few weeks. Any ways I have another question. I was wondering why we pray to Mary.

Confession and repentance How often are we supposed to confess? I always assumed we must confess to a priest the day before we take the Eucharist every single.

Clarification of a Bible verse Hello, I was wondering why we are not allowed to eat pork anything related to it. Like I'm reading acts right now and it says ""The vo.

Words of Wisdom on different spiritual topics. the Temptation of Gluttony and Desire Reflecting upon the imagery of a lion ensnared by its own hunger, we are reminded of the pe.

The Peace that Christ offers us The peace that Christ offers is not merely an absence of conflict or a transient state of calm.

What is a baptismal name? grace and peace to you. A baptismal name, in the of Orthodox tradition, is a name given to one during the sacred rit.

The Tabot In the hallowed traditions of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, the concept of the Tabot holds a place of profound spiritual significance, echoing the e.

Sin and it's Consequences Sin, dear brethren, is not a mere error or a trivial misstep in our daily wanderings. It is, as the apostle Saint Paul solemnly declares, the deat.

Our baptismal names Hello, I was wondering if we are supposed to keep our christina name private or anyone can know it. Thank you!

An explanation of depression, the challenge of loneliness and perfect peace and light Question from member: I often feel depressed and lonely. Life has no meaning to me, I.

Why do we say "turn to the east" during Liturgy? In the observances of our Orthodox liturgy, the act of turning towards the east transcends mere ritualistic form.

Iconography The genesis of sacred imagery is deeply rooted in the divine commandments and the holy scriptures, where the Most High God instructed the prophet Moses to fashio.

St. Tekle Haymanot Dear Tekle Haymanot, who's monthly feast we celebrated yesterday so that.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on Words of Wisdom About Marriage Behoved Members Of for faithful spiritual growth.

The Holy Eucharist Brethren in the Lord, who stand steadfast in the unwavering Orthodox faith, grace unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.

The Essence and Purpose of Religion Religion, in its profoundest essence, is not merely an institution of rituals, doctrines, and moral codes; it is the living relationship betwee.

The Divine Mystery of the Wedding at Cana of Galilee In the hallowed shadow of our forefathers in faith, let us delve into the profound mystery of the Wedding at Cana, wher.

Our father Abune Gebre Menfes Kidus The life and teachings of St. Abune Gebre Menfes Kidus, a revered figure in Orthodox Christianity, offer a profound testament to the pow.

St. Tekle Haymanot Dear Tekle Haymanot, who's annual feast of nativity is celebrated today, .

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The Feast of Saint Gabriel the Archangel for faithful spiritual growth.

The Nature of Stress in a Fallen World In the Orthodox understanding, stress is seen as a consequence of living in a fallen world.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on God Is Revealed Through His Saints for faithful spiritual growth.

St. Yared Beloved brethren in Christ, may the grace and peace of God be upon you all. Today, we gather together to commemorate and celebrate the life and legacy of the estee.

When I pray, my thoughts are scattered, how should I pray for my prayer to be heard? Behoved in Christ, let us delve into the profound and mystical realm of pra.

Absolutely 💯 please pray that The Lord moves the Angels of The Lord to give me direction and guidance for my destiny Thank you so much 💓 Beloved in Christ, .

I have a very hard time forgiving people, what do you advice me? forgiveness Beloved in Christ, Your struggle with forgiveness resonates deeply within the teachi.

How do I strengthen my relationship with God? Also, are christians able to listen to any music at all? Like ones with any swear words or some that don't promote christia.

Hello, I was wondering if wearing makeup is considered a sin? the focus is always on the state of the hear.

What is the difference in beliefs about Christ between Athanasius and Arius? Could you explain the term 'Tax Christ' and 'Common Christ' if they have any significance i.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on St George the Martyr Beloved Members of John for faithful spiritual growth.

King St. Lalibela The Sacred Vision of Saint Lalibela In the heart of Ethiopia, under the divine guidance of the Holy Spirit, arose a king whose spiritual vision transcended.

Creation and dinosaurs Hello, I was wondering what the church says about dinosaurs and tectonic plates in relation to the timeline of the earth/universe accord.

The annual feast of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ; the medicine of the world. Brethren in Christ, as we commemorate the annual feast of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Reading from Eastern and Oriental Orthodox fathers Greetings in the Lord, I have a question about something that has been on my mind lately!

Fornication of eyes and thoughts What is meant by fornication of thought and eyes? The fornication of thought and eyes, my dear member, is a profound ai.

The Holy Eucharist Brethren in the Lord, who stand steadfast in the unwavering Orthodox faith, grace unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The Divinity of Jesus Christ Beloved Members Of for faithful spiritual growth.

One of the miracles performed by the Virgin Mary on this day. we gather in holy reverence.

The angel Gabriel and the hood news he delivered to our Lady the Virgin Mary. let us delve into the depths of the.

The Sublime Nature of Creation The Quadruple Essence On the sacred Sabbath, in preparation for the Lord's Day, the Almighty, in His infinite wisdom and power, brought fort.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The Mystery of the Eucharist for faithful spiritual growth.

The Holy Trinity Beloved It is a very celebted day in our Church and so we send you this.

The Five Pillar Mysteries Dear and respected members who follow the orthodox education and spiritual service that we convey on the.

The translation of the Ethiopian Orthodox bible Good evening, is it correct that the first ethiopian bible was translated from greek into ge'ez by the 9 saints.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The Birth of St John the Baptist Beloved for faithful spiritual growth.

St. Tekle Haymanot Dear Tekle Haymanot, who's monthly feast we celebrated yesterday so that.

The Radiance of Saint George: Martyrdom and Light In the vast tapestry of Christian saints and martyrs, St. George stands as an emblem of unwavering faith, luminous courage, and.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The Feast of Saint Gabriel the Archangel for faithful spiritual growth.

An explanation of depression, the challenge of loneliness and perfect peace and light Question from member: I often feel depressed and lonely. Life has no meaning to me, I.

Spiritual life What is a spiritual life? I've been a Christian my whole life and I'm lost I don't know what path to take I feel like I don't hear god calling me.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The Archangel St Michael Beloved Members of John for faithful spiritual growth.

The Virtue of Almsgiving To bestow alms is not merely an act of human kindness but a testament to one's communion with the divine.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on Overcoming Lust an Extended Lesson Dear Members Of for faithful spiritual growth.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The Holiness of Saints Dear Members of John for faithful spiritual growth.

A Treatise on the Ethiopian New Year: A Time of Renewal Introduction In the light of the Divine Grace, as we stand at the brink of a new year, as passed down in the traditions of o.

Blood donation and use of contraceptives Bless me my father and peace from Kenya. .. please enlighten me on the our church's view on the use of contraceptives.

The Birth of St. John the Baptist Beloved Let us delve into the dep.

The Mystery of Incarnation Let us delve into the profound mystery of the incarnation, a cornerstone of our faith. In this divine revelation, we proclaim that the Word, one of the.

St. Tekle Haymanot Dear Tekle Haymanot, who's monthly feast we celebrated 3 days ago so tha.

This update shares a brief service notice for the Orthodox community.

The feast of Saint Gabriel the Archangel In the morning, when Nebuchadnezzar looked from his balcony, he saw four of them walking in the fire.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The Sacrement of the Eucharist for faithful spiritual growth.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The Divine Ascension of the Virgin Mary Dearest for faithful spiritual growth.

The Luminous Feast of the Transfiguration The Sacred Mount Tabor Mount Tabor stands not merely as a testament to the earth's grandeur but as a beacon of a divine mystery, centr.

The feast of the Transfiguration Why does God call Moses and Elijah apart from the prophets for his transfiguration on Mt. Tabor? Indeed, the event on M.

How to help our family members who are not strong in their faith How do I convince my brothers to get married and go to church they dont think it is a big deal.

The Divine Conception of Our Lady, the Virgin Mary At the end of the Old Testament and the beginning of the New, a significant event transpired, not detailed in the scriptures.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on Patience Pride and Greed Dear Members of John for faithful spiritual growth.

The Feast of the Ascension, Dormition of the Theotokos May the peace of the Lord be with you, dear members. Let us examine the mystery and wonder of St.

Law, Faith and Conduct Are we justified by keeping the law or by faith alone? Righteousness, faith, conduct Beloved and esteemed brethren, who follow the orthodox teaching.

This Q&A offers an Orthodox response on St George Dear Members of John's Repentance for spiritual guidance.

St. Gabriel the Archangel "Behold, I am Gabriel who stand in the presence of God. " Luke 1: 19 Dear.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The Virgin Mary the Covenant of Mercy Dear for faithful spiritual growth.

Hardships in our spiritual life Good evening father, may Christ's peace be with you! I have one question that I would like you to cover.

Responsibilities of a spiritual father My confession father does not answer my calls or my text anymore. They have left us in a country without any priest.

The Death of St. Peter and St. Paul Dear Peter and St. Paul. Accordingly, we have prepared a.

This update shares a brief service notice for the Orthodox community.

The Mystery of Incarnation Let us delve into the profound mystery of the incarnation, a cornerstone of our faith. In this divine revelation, we proclaim that the Word, one of the.

This Q&A offers an Orthodox response on St George Dear Members of John's Repentance for spiritual guidance.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The First Church Building Holy Temple of Saint for faithful spiritual growth.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The Virgin Mary the Covenant of Mercy Dear for faithful spiritual growth.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The Archangel St Michael Beloved Members of John for faithful spiritual growth.

The Virtues of Patience, Humility, and Contentment In the depths of humanity's fallen state, when death entered the world, it did so through three grievous crimes: impatie.

Ecclesiastical Order On 1 Tim 3: 2 it says: "A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behavior, given to hospitality, apt.

Law, Faith and Conduct Are we justified by keeping the law or by faith alone? Righteousness, faith, conduct Beloved and esteemed brethren, who follow the orthodox teaching.

Addiction Hello fathers, how can I get out of addiction? Truly, addiction is one of the most grievous trials of our age. It has touched our society, our ch.

This update shares a brief service notice for the Orthodox community.

The Ascension of our Lord Dear The Ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ is a pro.

Repentance, confessin, giving up and hope How to overcome repeated sin and discouragement? How does one overcome feelings of defeat and discouragement when.

St. Yared Beloved brethren in Christ, may the grace and peace of God be upon you all. Today, we gather together to commemorate and celebrate the life and legacy of the estee.

Frustration, anger and obedience I easily get very angry and frustrated, especially when someone gives me orders, and I really want to get rid of this behavior b.

Coping With Emotions How can I deal with feelings of loneliness and isolation and establish healthy relationships with others? ✍ Beloved members of Joh'.

Holy Christos Semara Our mother, Saint Christos Samra, was born in the district of Shewa Bulga. Her given name was Saint Gaye, and she was born to her God-fearing parents, .

Family and social life How to solve complex family problems? How to build a loving and Christ-centered family? ✍ - The first question we should ask ourselv.

Holy Liturgy in the EOTC When the other three Eastern Orthodox churches have three liturgies, why do we have fourteen liturgies? This is a matter of f.

This Q&A offers an Orthodox response on St George Dear Members of John's Repentance for spiritual guidance.

The first Saturday of Pasha The seventh day of Easter is known as the Saturday of Holy Women. this day, the thirty-six holy women from one hundred and twenty families a.

The first Thursday of Pascha The fifth Thursday of Resurrection is known as "Adam Thursday". Our father Adam, the first man, and the mother of us all, Eve, were filled with happi.

Advice difficulties in marriage I can't get my husband to go to church and even if he does, he wants to leave early. I have boys, what should I do?

I was molested by a priest when I was young, I now doubt the truthfulness of the Church, what do you advice me? Hello, I was once molested by a priest when I was aroun.

Holy Wednesday Passion Wednesday is called the Jewish Council. Today is the day when the Jews and the high priests gave advice on what to do with our Savior Jesus Christ.

God Reveals in Saints If we doubt that the saints performed miracles, we are doubting Christ who said, "If you have faith the size of a grain of mustard seed, if you call.

God Reveals in Saints ✍Christ, the Savior of the world, will appear to the saints to give them a promise, so that we may know his goodness and forgiveness: To begin with, .

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on God Appears on the Saints for faithful spiritual growth.

What is the meaning of meditation and contemplation in the language of the Church? Could you teach us what meditation means in the Church?

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The Church the Mystical Unity of the Church for faithful spiritual growth.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The Feast of Saint Gabriel the Archangel for faithful spiritual growth.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on Tears of Repentance Dear Orthodox Friends of John for faithful spiritual growth.

How do I prepare to confess sin? 👆 Therefore, to briefly summarize the main tasks expected of a Christian who wants to repent: 1. First of all, he admits that.

How do I prepare to confess sin? The great holy father, Mar Isaac, told us the great spiritual truth, "If the human being is not the enemy of sin first, he cannot take dow.

The Power of Fasting Dear respected members who follow Orthodox education and spiritual services on.

Prayer 👆 Our main evidence for this is that our Lord Jesus Christ prayed with His eyes to the sky, according to the Evangelist John.

Fasting Fasting is reconciliation with God Adam was reconciled with his Creator through fasting and prayer after he was expelled from Paradise for his transgression.

Fasting "It is good if your hearts are steadfast in grace, not in food, for those who work by it are not profited. " - Hebrews 13: 9-10 Dear and respected members who follow O.

The Holy Eucharist The Precautions and Christian Life a Believer Should Follow Before and After Receiving Holy Communion. Holy Communion signifies a commitment to follow the.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on Holy Eucharist and About Our Lady Virgin for faithful spiritual growth.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on Are We Justified by Works or by Faith for faithful spiritual growth.

The Sin of Masterbation The category and level of this sin; its Cause; and its Impact and the Solution Category and level of Masterbation sin.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on Tears of Repentance Dear Members of John S for faithful spiritual growth.

Church It is Christ who founded the Church Dear and respected members who follow the orthodox education and spiritual service that we convey on the.

Control of mind and throughts How to stop recurring bad thoughts in the mind permanently? I know that when bad thoughts come to our mind, we can choose not to.

This Q&A offers an Orthodox response on Death Sin and Repentance Death Sin and Repentance for spiritual guidance.

The Five Pillar Mysteries 4. Mystery of Eucharist Holy Eucharist, also called Holy Communion, is the fourth mystery, which is God's gift of life to the world.

Sin, fornication, confession, fear, repentance I have issues sleeping becauseI have so many thoughts inside that I am not at peace. I was touched by your rec.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on The Need for the Incarnation and the Nativity for faithful spiritual growth.

Adam and Eve Hello, my non-Orthodox family asked me these questions today. If Adam and Eve are the ancestors of all of us, does this mean that their children had.

The Nativity of Christ - A New Covenant Christ is born! Glory be to Him!

Spiritual advice and view about anxiety and depressed spirit What does the Church say about anxiety and depression treatment? Hello. What are doctrines of the Church.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on Tears of Repentance Dear Orthodox Friends of John for faithful spiritual growth.

Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, mistery of the Trinity and mistery of incarnation I, as an Orthodox believe that Jesus Christ is God.

Repentance, confessin, giving up and hope How to overcome repeated sin and discouragement? How does one overcome feelings of defeat and discouragement when.

This teaching offers an Orthodox reflection on December 28 ታኅሳስ 19 the Feast of Saint for faithful spiritual growth.

I am depressed and lonely most of the time. Life has no meaning to me. I just want to die and live with Jesus.

The Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Religion What is religion? What is the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo religion? How is the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo religion differe.

One of Ethiopia's most venerated saints, known for standing on one leg for 29 years in prayer and meditation. He founded the monastery of Debre Libanos and is credited with numerous miracles.

Creator of the sacred music tradition of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. He composed the liturgical music and notation system still used today, known as the Digua.

A hermit who lived in the wilderness surrounded by wild animals that were tamed by his holiness. He is often depicted with lions and leopards.

The first bishop of Ethiopia who brought Christianity to the Aksumite Kingdom. He baptized King Ezana, making Ethiopia one of the first Christian kingdoms.

Leader of the Nine Saints who came from Syria to spread Christianity in Ethiopia. He founded the monastery of Debre Damo, accessible only by rope.

King of Ethiopia who carved 11 rock-hewn churches in Roha (now Lalibela). These architectural marvels were built as a 'New Jerusalem' after Muslim conquests blocked pilgrimages to the Holy Land.