R304 Liturgy 3 (2 Credits)

　

Lecturers: Metropolitan NIKITAS

　

Description:

The course will serve as a general introduction to the liturgical theology of the Eastern Orthodox, as well as the reading, study and experience of the rich variety of services, Liturgies, Mysteries (Sacraments) and Sacramentals of the eastern tradition. The course will include lectures, readings, videos and attending orthodox liturgical celebrations.

Since the course presupposes a limited knowledge of the Eastern Orthodox Church, a presentation on the history and the basic tenets of the Church will be included. With this knowledge and the tools that will be offered, the student will have a better understanding of the universal church and the rich expression of diversity that exists.

　

Reference:

  1. CHRYSSAVGIS J., Repentance and Confession in Orthodox Church. (Massachussetts: Holy Cross Orthodox, 1996)

  2. A Monk of the Eastern Church (transl. by COWEN D.), The Year of Grace of the Lord: A Scripture and Liturgical Commentary of the Calendar of the Orthodox Church. ( New York: St. Vladimir's Seminary, 1992)

  3. Orthodox Eastern Church (transl. by WARE K.), The Festal Menaion. (London: Feber, 1977)

  4. SCHMEMANN A., The Eucharist: Sacrament of the Kingdom. (New York: St. Vladimir's Seminary, 1988)

  5. VASILEIOS A., Hymn of Entry: Liturgy and Life in the Orthodox Church. ( New York: St. Vladimir's Seminary, 1984)

  6. WARE T., The Orthodox Church. (London: Penguin Books, 1997)

  7. Various Articles