The Great Schism: A Captivating Guide to the Split between the Eastern Christian Churches and the Western Church
The Great Schism: A Captivating Guide to the Split between the Eastern Christian Churches and the Western Church (Exploring Christianity) by Captivating History
English | April 18, 2025 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0F5N69RQN | 106 pages | EPUB | 3.71 Mb
English | April 18, 2025 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0F5N69RQN | 106 pages | EPUB | 3.71 Mb
The Great Schism: Why the Christian Church Split into East and West
Uncover the deeper conflicts that reshaped Christianity and continue to influence the Church to this day
Why did one Church become two? What caused the lasting divide between Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy? The Great Schism takes you back to the roots of Christianity, unpacking centuries of rising tension, cultural clashes, and theological disagreements that led to the dramatic break in 1054. Whether you're a curious learner, a student of history, or someone exploring your faith, you’ll find this story both fascinating and easy to follow.
Here’s just a glimpse of what you’ll discover inside:
- The early warning signs — when and where the East-West divide truly began.
- Why Latin and Greek weren’t just different languages but different worldviews.
- The powerful roles of emperors, popes, and patriarchs in shaping church identity.
- The event in 1054 that officially split the Church—and why it wasn’t the end of the story.
- Major theological differences that still exist today (and what they mean for modern believers).
- Thought-provoking insights on whether unity is still possible in the 21st century.
- And much, much more!
This book is ideal for teens and adults who want a solid understanding of church history without wading through academic textbooks. Whether you're religious or simply interested in world history, you’ll walk away with a deeper appreciation for how the past still shapes the present.