Winters states that the two terms (modalities and sodalities) are representatives of the two primary structures of early Christianity. He states that the two rose from pre-existing Jewish structures. Winter provides a clear definition of the terms: Modalities: It is a structured fellowship where there is no distinction of age or sex. Denominations and local congregations are examples of modalities. This structure arose from a Jewish styled pattern‚ known as a synagogue‚ that was a prototype
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and heretical teaching that was being spread by a bishop named Nestorius in Constantinople. Nestorius was appointed to the see of Constantinople in the year 428 A.D. by emperor St Theodosius II (HB 111). Nestorius was originally a hieromonk from Antioch and was appointed because‚ the emperor did not want anyone from the Clergy in Constantinople to the Bishops see (ESOC 50 – 51). Ironically as bishop‚ Nestorius was known for being very brutal towards heretics like Arians. He even ordered a building
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have discovered many amazing art pieces that have changed the world. One that stands out among them is the sculpture Venus de Milo which is known to be Aphrodite‚ the Greek goddess of love and beauty. It is believed to be created by Alexander of Antioch during the Hellenistic Greek time period from 150-125 BCE. Prior to its discovery it is known to have had arms with the left one holding an apple above eye level‚ while the right arm is believed to have been draped along the torso with the hand
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Paul ’s first journey started in Antioch‚ Syria; which became his headquarters. Paul left with a man named Barnabas‚ and followed the Roman empire roads‚ this made travel easier. They went to the most populated cities and spoke to the Jews about the Messiah first in hopes to spread the Good News through them first. They took with them a younger man named Mark‚ who was wise and knowledgeable‚ but lacked the courage to speak up about the Gospel. From Antioch they went to "Salamis‚ an tiny island
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Journal Entry #1: April 5‚ 200‚ Dawn‚ Chang’an Finally‚ I’m leaving. Within the past few days I have been gathering food and goods for the trip to Rome. I’m very nervous‚ I’ve never been that far away from home. Late last night I said bye to my wife and two children‚ my wife was very scared‚ for I would be gone for much longer than a year‚ I did not want to leave‚ but it was my duty. The ravenous terrain ahead of me now is astounding‚ there are steep mountains‚ vast deserts and I am going to
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A.D. He traveled with Barnabus and a young boy named John Mark. John Mark did not stay with them for very long. He returned to his home in Jerusalem and left Paul and Barnabus without a helper. Paul and Barnabus were worshiping at the church at Antioch‚ Syria and the holy Spirit came forth and sent them on their journey to convert and evangelize both Jews and Gentiles to believe the word of the Lord. They began in Cypress from the towns of Salamis to Paphos. They first proclaimed the word of God
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teaches. Today‚ the Byzantine rite is recognized by the Bishop of Rome and also know as the Constantinople rite. The Byzantine rite is derived from Antioch and not a parent-rite. A original parent-rites were the what the liturgical rites we have today were influenced by. The two original liturgies the Byzantine rite is made up of was of Alexandria and Antioch. The Byzantine rite is now made of two liturgies‚ St. Basil and St. John
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St Paul of Tarsus had contributed greatly to the development and religious expression of Christianity. His education as a Pharisee under Rabbi Gamaliel gave him an excellent rabbinical and scriptural background for writing‚ speaking and debating holding a context of high authority as he was able to establish that Jesus of Nazareth was undoubtedly the Messiah due to his extensive knowledge of the Old Testament and the Covenant. Due to this aspect of his authority‚ many people believed what he was
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Mistakes of The First Crusade The first crusade: a religious endeavor that became a turning point of history. It all began when Pope Urban II traveled to Italy in November 1095. He decided to give an open sermon on the 27th of November at the Council of Clermont. This speech‚ in hopes of drawing a large crowd‚ only gained a few hundred listeners. However‚ these select few witnessed one of the most influential speeches from the highest religious authority in the world. The pope’s
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