Orthodox Christianity Flashcards
Who was the first Patriarch of Moscow and All Rus’?
Job of Moscow
In what year was the Patriarchate of Moscow established?
1589
True or False: The Russian Orthodox Church is the largest autocephalous Orthodox Church in the world.
True
Fill in the blank: The Patriarch of Moscow is considered the ______ of the Russian Orthodox Church.
spiritual leader
Who is the current Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church as of 2023?
Patriarch Kirill I
What title is given to the head of the Russian Orthodox Church?
Patriarch
Which Patriarch was known for his role during the Time of Troubles in Russia?
Patriarch Filaret
Multiple Choice: Which of the following Patriarchs served during the Soviet era? A) Alexius I B) Tikhon C) Kirill I
B) Tikhon
What significant event did Patriarch Tikhon declare in 1920?
The independence of the Russian Orthodox Church from state control.
True or False: The Patriarchate was abolished during the Soviet Union.
True
Fill in the blank: The Russian Orthodox Church is part of the ______ Orthodox tradition.
Eastern
Who was the first Patriarch to be elected after the restoration of the Patriarchate in 1943?
Patriarch Sergius I
Which Patriarch initiated the restoration of the Church’s influence in post-Soviet Russia?
Patriarch Alexius II
What is the primary governing body of the Russian Orthodox Church called?
Holy Synod
True or False: The Patriarch of Moscow has authority over all Orthodox Christians worldwide.
False
What is the significance of the title ‘Patriarch of Moscow and All Rus’?
It signifies the Patriarch’s leadership over the Orthodox faithful in Russia and beyond.
Who succeeded Patriarch Alexius II in 2009?
Patriarch Kirill I
Multiple Choice: Which of the following Patriarchs was known for promoting ecumenical dialogue? A) Kirill I B) Alexius II C) Tikhon
B) Alexius II
What role does the Patriarch play in the Russian government?
The Patriarch has significant influence but is formally separate from the government.
Fill in the blank: The Russian Orthodox Church celebrates the ______ as one of its most important feasts.
Easter
What is the official residence of the Patriarch of Moscow?
The Danilov Monastery
True or False: The Patriarchate of Moscow is recognized by the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople.
True
Who was the longest-serving Patriarch of Moscow?
Patriarch Alexius II
What major event did Patriarch Kirill I participate in during 2016?
He met with Pope Francis in Cuba.
What is the primary language used in the liturgy of the Russian Orthodox Church?
Church Slavonic
Fill in the blank: The Patriarch is elected by the ______ of the Russian Orthodox Church.
Local Council
What is the primary language used in the Greek Orthodox Church services?
Greek
True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church is part of the Eastern Orthodox Church.
True
What is the leadership title of the head of the Greek Orthodox Church?
Archbishop
Fill in the blank: The Greek Orthodox Church follows the _______ calendar.
Julian
What is the central sacrament of the Greek Orthodox Church?
Eucharist
What is the term for the Greek Orthodox Church’s belief in the Holy Trinity?
Triadology
Which city is considered the spiritual center of the Greek Orthodox Church?
Istanbul
True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church recognizes the Pope as its spiritual leader.
False
What is the name of the Greek Orthodox Church’s official liturgical text?
The Divine Liturgy
What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s stance on the veneration of saints?
It practices the veneration of saints.
Which council affirmed the Greek Orthodox Church’s beliefs in the early Christian era?
The First Council of Nicaea
What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s view on the Virgin Mary?
She is highly venerated as Theotokos (God-bearer).
Fill in the blank: The Greek Orthodox Church celebrates _______ as the resurrection of Christ.
Pascha
What is the significance of icons in the Greek Orthodox Church?
They are considered windows to the divine.
Name one of the major feast days in the Greek Orthodox Church.
The Feast of the Annunciation
True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church does not allow clerical marriage.
False
What is the Greek term for the sacrament of baptism?
Baptisma
What is the role of the Ecumenical Patriarchate in the Greek Orthodox Church?
It serves as the highest authority in the Orthodox Church.
In which country is the Greek Orthodox Church primarily based?
Greece
What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s position on the Holy Spirit?
It is considered the third person of the Holy Trinity.
Fill in the blank: The Greek Orthodox Church celebrates _______ to commemorate the Transfiguration of Jesus.
The Feast of the Transfiguration
What type of church governance does the Greek Orthodox Church follow?
Synodal governance
What is the significance of the Great Lent in the Greek Orthodox Church?
It is a period of fasting and spiritual preparation for Pascha.
True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church allows for the use of leavened bread in the Eucharist.
True
What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s teaching on salvation?
It emphasizes faith, works, and the sacraments.
What is the name of the Greek Orthodox Church’s holy book?
The Bible
Fill in the blank: The Greek Orthodox Church believes in the _______ of the Church.
One, holy, catholic, and apostolic nature
What is the name of the traditional Greek Orthodox prayer service?
The Akathist Hymn
True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church permits divorce.
True
What is the term for the Greek Orthodox Church’s sacred traditions?
Holy Tradition
What is the role of the parish priest in the Greek Orthodox Church?
To serve the spiritual needs of the community.
Fill in the blank: The Greek Orthodox Church celebrates _______ as the Feast of the Nativity of Jesus.
Christmas
What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s view on the afterlife?
It teaches the resurrection of the dead and eternal life.
What is the significance of the Holy Week in the Greek Orthodox Church?
It commemorates the events leading up to the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ.
True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church practices infant baptism.
True
What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s stance on interfaith marriages?
It allows interfaith marriages with certain conditions.
What is the role of the deacon in the Greek Orthodox Church?
To assist the priest in liturgical services.
Fill in the blank: The Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast of the _______ as a major event in the liturgical calendar.
Dormition of the Theotokos
What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s view on modern science?
It generally supports the pursuit of knowledge but maintains theological perspectives.
What is the term for the practice of fasting in the Greek Orthodox Church?
Metanoia
True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church has a single, global governing body.
False
What is the importance of the Nicene Creed in the Greek Orthodox Church?
It summarizes the essential beliefs of the faith.
What is the significance of the Epiphany in the Greek Orthodox Church?
It celebrates the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River.
Fill in the blank: The Greek Orthodox Church is known for its rich tradition of _______.
Iconography
What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s view on the role of women?
Women play important roles in the church, though not as priests.
What is the name of the Greek Orthodox Church’s youth organization?
GOYA (Greek Orthodox Youth of America)
True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church supports same-sex marriage.
False
What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s view on prayer?
It emphasizes the importance of both communal and personal prayer.
