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(AYS) ALL YE SAINTS, PRAY TO
GOD FOR US! An alphabetical listing of over 7000
Orthodox saints, miraculous icons and feast days with their commemoration
dates. Gives date of repose for saints where known. Includes many pre-Schism
saints of the West, as well as Orthodox righteous of recent centuries
who have not been glorified. Paper 204pp. d$12.00
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(ACR) ANCIENT CHURCHES REVEALED
Edited by Yoram Tsafrir
Jointly published by the Biblical Archaeology Society and
the Israel Exploration Society, this magnificent volume documents the
ancient churches of the Holy Land and Sinai - both those still existing
and those excavated - in great detail. Numerous color and black and white
illustrations, maps and diagrams. A treasure of information. Limited
English edition. 358pp Hard cover
e$40.00 OUT OF PRINT
(AJR) ANCIENT JERUSALEM REVEALED
Edited by Hillel Geva
Companion volume to ANCIENT CHURCHES
REVEALED, this volume documents the archeological findings in the old city
of Jerusalem over the past 20 years dating back thousands of years. 360pp
Color & B/W illus. Hard cover
e$40.00
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NEW (BE) BIOLOGICAL
EVOLUTIONISM
by Constantine Cavarnos.
The evolutionism of Lamarck and Darwin as a philosophy, taught
as “proven scientific fact” today, is clearly discussed in this small
volume. Important reading for all for a true understanding of the origin
of man. 93pp. Paper d$6.50 Order
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(BRD) THE BREAD OF LIFE: A
Collection of Orthodox Short Stories
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NEW (BCA)
BYZANTINE CHURCH ARCHITECTURE by Constantine Cavarnos. A
concise, yet detailed, description of Byzantine church architecture organized
to highlight the important aspects of church design and their relevance to
Orthodox worship and spirituality. Well illustrated and indexed. 61pp. Paper d$9.50 Order
(BCG) THE BYZANTINE CHURCHES
OF GREECE AND CYPRUS
by Elias Mastrogiannopoulos
An illustrated guide to 94 Byzantine
churches and monasteries, arranged by geographical region, containing a
description and historical background of each. 134pp Paper e$10.00
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(BCT) BYZANTINE CHURCHES OF
THESSALONIKI
by Dr. Constantine Cavarnos
A masterful and highly informative
work on the various Byzantine Churches of Thessalonica. 88pp
Paper
d$6.50
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NEW (BPB)
BYZANTINE AND POST-BYZANTINE ARCHITECTURE IN
GREECE
by Charlambos Bouiras.
The first definitive study of the evolution of Church architecture
in Greece from the time of St. Constantine the Great (370) to the modern
Greek state (1830). The eight distinct periods of architecture are studied
in the context of the political, social, economic and technological circumstances
of the time. Large Format
312pp. 370
color photographs Cloth e$125.00 $2.00 surcharge
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(BTA) BYZANTINE THOUGHT AND
ART
by Dr. Constantine Cavarnos
A collection of essays on Byzantine
art, music and thought, with frequent comparisons between western and
eastern modes of expression. Excellent glossary, index, notes and numerous
illustrations. A very valuable work. 139pp Paper d$7.00
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(CCT) CHILDREN IN THE CHURCH
TODAY: AN ORTHODOX PERSPECTIVE
by Sister Magdalen
Encompasses many aspects of Christian
life: marriage, prayer, teen years, liturgical and spiritual life. 104pp
Paper
d$12.00
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NEW (CPP) CHRISTIAN PHILOSOPHY IN THE PATRISTIC AND BYZANTINE
TRADITION by B. N. Tatakis. The author is a “philosopher who theologizes”
– on other words, a philosopher who takes theology seriously. He looks
at Byzantine Theology as the ultimate philosophical truth. Needs to be
read slowly and carefully to appreciate this unique work. 330pp. Paper d$23.00 Order
(CCL) CONCEPT OF CHRISTIAN LOVE
by Dr. Constantine Cavarnos
Contents include General Love,
Kinds of Love, Christian Love and other Virtues, Faith and Love.
Expanded from a talk given at Columbia University. 62pp Paper d$6.00
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(CFR) CONCERNING FREQUENT COMMUNION OF THE IMMACULATE
MYSTERIES OF CHRIST
by St. Nikodemos the Hagiorite, translated by Fr. George Dokos.
Includes and Explanation
of the Lord’s Prayer, an apology for frequent communion, answers to objections
and clarifications of misconceptions, and two appendices on the Divine
Eucharist. Contains scriptural and subject/names indices. 241pp. Paper d$17.00 Order
(CRN) CONCERNING THE RELICS
OF ST. NICHOLAS, ARCHBISHOP OF MYRA
by Antonios Markou .
A provocative essay on the truth surrounding the theft of the relics
of St. Nicholas and their transferance to Bari, Italy. 22pp. Paper f$3.50
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(CONF) CONFESSION
by Metropolitan
Antony Khrapovitsky
An excellent series
of lectures on the Mystery of Confession, given to theological students,
but richly rewarding for all to read. 112pp Paper d$7.00
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(CRY)
CRYPTO-CHRISTIANS: KLOSTOI: THOSE WHO RETURNED; TENESUR:
THOSE WHO HAVE CHANGED, Georgios Andreadis. A valuable and very moving
work which describes the life and sufferings of “Cryptochristians in
the
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(DOST) DOSTOYEVSKY'S CONCEPT
OF SPIRITUAL REBIRTH
by Metropolitan
Antony Khrapovitsky
A valuable
interpretation. 58pp Paper d$6.00
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(DPM) DOSTOYEVSKY'S PHILOSOPHY
OF MAN.
by Dr.
Constantine Cavarnos.
This is a
general discussion of Dostoyevsky's teaching on man's nature and destiny
and discussion-reviews of six of his works. 86pp Paper d$6.00
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(EGE) EGERIA: Diary of a Pilgrimage
A 4th century
diary of a pilgrimage to the Holy Lands with moving descriptions of the
Lenten and Holy Week services as celebrated in the Church of the Holy Resurrection.
270pp Cloth d$25.00
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(ECT) AN ENGLISHMAN IN THE
COURT OF THE TSAR: The Spiritual Journey of Charles Sydney Gibbes The fascinating story of one of
the tutors in the court of Tsar Nicholas IIwho shared the last 10 years of
their lives, and who converted to Orthodoxy and became a priest. Written from
extensive research of original letters and documents in the Gibbes collection,
this books provides much insight into the lives of the Royal Martyrs.
Photo insert. 295pp. Cloth
(EVL) EVLOGEITE!:
A Pilgrim’s Guide to Greece
by Mother Nectaria McLees.
A monumental volume describing well over 100 monasteries and churches
in Greece (there are over 1000 working monasteries in Greece today!),
and the saints, relics, icons, and miracles associated with them
Included are numerous maps, photographs (black & white and color),
lives of saints with their dismissal hymns, several indices, a glossary,
English-Greek phrase section and extensive bibliography. 949pp.
Paper d$35.00
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(EC) The Exiles Of The Cebenna. Told from the perspective of Aurelius Gratian,
a priest. Tells the story of how Christians withstood the persecution
from governmental authorities, as well as from heretics. The story takes
place in Arles, Gaul. A suspenseful advenue story and an especially heartening
lesson tom inspire and fortify children for the life of faith that all
Orthodox Christians care called upon to live. 132pp. Paper d$8.00 Order
(FAT)
FINE ARTS AND TRADITION: A Presentation
of Kontoglou’s Teaching
by Constantine Cavarnos.
A concise account of Fotis Kontoglou’s general philosophy of the
fine arts, as shown in four essays by the iconographer translated into
English. 96pp. Paper d$7.00 Order
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(FHM) FROM THE HOLY MOUNTAIN:
A Journey Among the Christians of the Middle East |
(GEN)
GENDER: Men, Women, Sex, Feminism
by Frederica Matthewes-Green.
Selected writings directed to older teens and young adults on a
subject of great concern in our confused and promiscuous modern society.
A book to be read and discussed by and with parents, Godparents and clergy.
Paper 184pp. d$16.00
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(DIV) THE GREAT DIVIDE: The Failure of Islam and
the Triumph of the West
by Alvin J. Schmidt.
A comparison of the normal practices of Islam and Christianity from
both a historical and religious view, with interesting sections on the
attitude of both towards woman and slavery. Refutes the notion of Islam
as a religion of peace. 352pp. Paper
d$20.00 Order
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(GGT) A GUIDE TO GREEK TRADITIONS AND CUSTOMS IN AMERICA, 2nd
Edition,
by Marilyn Rouvelas.
Once more available, this is an essential book for anyone who wishes
to understand contemporary Greek Orthodox customs and traditions in America,
as well as in the diaspora throughout the world.l; Most valuable are
the descriptions of religious traditions and customs of everyday life. Profusely illustrated with line drawings, and well
indexed. 411pp. Cloth d$30.00 Order
(GOL) A GUIDE TO ORTHODOX
LIFE: Some Beliefs, Customs and Traditions
by Fr. David
& Presvytera Cownie
A summary divided
into three sections: Orthodox Daily Life, Orthodox Church Life and the
Orthodox Cycle of Life. Written from a traditional viewpoint, it is a valuable
addition to introductory materials available today. 139pp Paper f $6.50
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NEW (HPOT) HARRY POTTER: The Truth Behind the Story A revealing look into how these popular books form an introduction in to Satanism for children, compiled by St. Anthony's Greek Orthodox Monastery. Also contains articles on demonic possession and witchcraft. 32pp Paper $2.00 Order
NEW (HH) THE HELLENIC HERITAGE: Ancient, Byzantine, and Modern.
(HID) HIDING GENOCIDE: Croatian
Genocide Against the Serbs
by Gregory R.
Copley .
22pp. Paper f$3.00
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(HC) HOLY CONVENT OF THE ANNUNCIATION
A history and description
of the Convent of the Annunciation on the island of Oinoussai (near Chios)
in Greece, and its founders. Written by them in Greek, with an extensive
English supplement, it is a beautiful volume containing many photographs
of the convent and island, maps, line drawings, and numerous icons (mostly
by Fotis Kontoglou and the sisters of the convent) - all in full color.
All captions are in both Greek and English. Although only 25 years old,
the convent is a reflection of the splendor of monasteries in the Byzantine
Empire.143pp Paper f$15.00
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(HB) HOW TO BEHAVE SO YOUR
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(LIFE) THE
LIFE: THE ORTHODOX DOCTRINE OF SALVATION. AN
ORTHODOX CATECHISM. An easy-to-understand format, fully supported with scriptural references and quotations from the fathers. 191pp. Paper e$23.00 Order |
(MARR) MARRIAGE: AN ORTHODOX
PERSPECTIVE
by John Meyendorff
An excellent work
which stresses marriage as a "mystery" in the true Christian context of
life on earth - an earthly and eternal bond between husband and wife.
144pp Paper d$14.00
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(MCH) MARRIAGE AND THE CHRISTIAN
HOME
by Rev. Michael
Henning
A sober and valuable
study for every Orthodox family. Contains information on fasting, icon
corners, holy water, family responsibilities and more. New edition. 44pp Paper a$4.00
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(MCF) MEMBERS OF THE CHURCH FAMILY (Teacher’s Manual). This manual for Sunday
School teachers and home-schooling parents is designed to create and foster
understanding of the Sacraments of the Church as found in Scripture and
Holy Tradition, and to teach the basic themes of the Church’s doctrine. It
aims to develop a personal awareness of one’s place in the Church. Each chapter
includes discussion points and some also have activities. Full color
icons and line drawings/ 208pp.
Paper e$15.00 Order
(MET) METEORA: Drawings
and Watercolours
by George Varlamos.
A beautiful, full color, large format book of drawings of the rock
monasteries of Meteora, unforgettable to anyone who has visited them.
Text and captions in Greek and English. 205pp. Cloth e$50.00
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(MS) MOUNT SINAI
by Joseph J.
Hobbs
A nicely produced
work Mt. Sinai. Describes all the Christian sacred sites around the mountain.
In addition it contains the history, geography, and botany of the area.
Well written and sympathetic to the Monastery of St. Catherine. 364pp Paper f$20.00
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(NL1) NEW LIBRARY, Vol. 1
by Dr. Constantine
Cavarnos
Reviews and discussions
of over fifty books of Modern Greek, American, Russian and other writers
pertaining to Philosophy-Ancient, Byzantine and Modern Greek--Eastern Orthodox
Christianity, Byzantine Art and Hellenism. Vol. 1, 76pp Paper d$8.00
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(NL2) NEW LIBRARY, Vol. 2
by Dr. Constantine
Cavarnos
Summaries and discussions
of thirty books of or about Byzantine and modern writers, Greeks and
Russians, in the fields of Philosophy, Literature, and Christian Religion.
Vol. 2, 210pp Paper d$9.50
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(NL3) NEW LIBRARY, Vol.
3
by John Cavarnos
Seventeen discussion-reviews
of books that deal with ancient Greek culture, Greek Church fathers,
diverse Byzantine topics, medieval and modern Greek poetry and the Orthodox
Church. Vol. 3, 112pp Paper d$7.50
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NEW (NL4)
NEW LIBRARY, VOL. 4: MESSAGES FROM THE HOLY MOUNTAIN by Constantine Cavarnos.
lluminating discussion/reviews of 20 recent works by monks of the
Holy Mountain Athos containing edifying messages for contemporary society.
148pp. Paper d$7.50
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(NEM) NOT EVEN MY NAME
by Thea Halo.
The poignant account of a survivor of the genocide of the Greeks
at the hands of the Turks during the “exchange of population” in 1920 –
an event little known outside the Greek Orthodox community. The harrowing
account of the destruction of some of the almost 3 million Christians,
and the triumph of survival of a lone woman who makes a new life in America,
is a “must-read” for all Orthodox. 321pp. Illus. Paper d$14.00
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ON FASTING
TITLE CHANGED TO: (SSM) THE SCRIPTURAL AND SPIRITUAL MEANING OF THE ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN
FASTS
A collection of
articles by Met. Philaret, Fr. Spyridon Schneider, Fr. Michael Henning
and Fr. Lev Puhalo on the Church's teachings on fasting. Contains the
Lives of the Holy Martyr John the Faster and the Martyrs Antony, John and
Eustathy of Lithuania. 58pp Paper d$5.00
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(OLG) ON THE LAW OF GOD
by Metropolitan
Philaret of New York
Thirty chapters
on various moral issues and aspects of Christian life. Written for teenagers,
but excellent for all. 86pp Paper d$7.00
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(OUC) ON THE UPBRINGING OF
CHILDREN
by Bishop Irenaius
of Ekaterinburg & Sibirsk
Ten sermons delivered
to parents in 1901 to aid and encourage them in the task of raising children
to live Godly lives in the midst of the world. Includes prayers for parents
and children. 64pp Paper f$4.00
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(ONE) ONE LORD, ONE FAITH,
ONE BAPTISM : Thirty
Years of Witness to Orthodox Christianity
A collection of 31 articles, most
from The Orthodox
Christian Witness, describing some of the boundaries separating
the true Church from the false spirituality of the world today.
122 pages, spiral binding, b$10.00
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(OCH) ORTHODOX CHURCH HISTORY (Teacher’s Manual). An excellent manual for Sunday School teachers and home-schooling parents on the broad history of the Church from Old Testament times (mentioned briefly) through the modern era. The outlines in each chapter are brief, with notes and questions for the teacher. Black & white illustrations and icons. 208pp. Paper e$15.00 Order
<>(OHWP) ORTHODOX HOUSE OF WORSHIP.
Informative and interpretive homilies on liturgical themes.
by Bishop Augustinos
Kantiotis
A down to earth,
simple explanation of what happens in church. Helps to develop and understanding
of the church as a sacred, holy place of prayer and worship. 232pp Cloth d$27.00; Paper d$17.50
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(OCOC) OUR CHURCH
AND OUR CHILDREN
by Sophie Koulomzin.
A re-release of this classic guide for Christian education
in the familyn and church school. Excellent section the on the developmental
stages of children. For parents and educators alike. 169pp Paper d$16.00 Order
NEW (OCL) AN OVERVIEW OF ORTHODOX CANON LAW by Prof.
Dr. Panteleimon Rodopoulos, Metropolitan of Tyroloe of Serention. This
si the first full manual of Eastern Orthodox Canon Law to be published
in English. It is an excellent study manual for clergy. Includes chapters
on the sources our canon law, systems of government and authority in the
Church, relations between church and state, marriage and divorce.
301pp. Paper d$19.00 Order
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PEARLS FROM THE PROLOGUE: Pearls of Wisdom
from The Prologue From Ochrid by Bp. St. Nikolai Velimirovich, compiled
and arranged by Johanna Manley. This handy volume, in index form
alphabetically, is designed as a “ready reference” for anyone producing
spiritual writing for the Church. The short quotations are referenced
by date to the contents of The Prologue, but may be used alone as short
quotes. 184pp. Paper d$12.00
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NEW (PI)
A PHOTOGRAPHIC ITINERARY ON MOUNT ATHOS, 1961-2001
by
Costas Balafas.
An outstanding collection of .black and white photographs of several
monasteries, interior and exterior views, of monks about their daily tasks,
from the summit to the sea. Introductory text in Greek and English. Large format. 273pp. Cloth e$90.00
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(PG) PILGRIM'S GUIDE TO THE
HOLY LAND for Orthodox Christians An indispensable companion for
and Orthodox visiting the Holy Lands. Features a description, photographs,
and the scripture reading pertaining to each site. Also, includes what
to take with you, maps and other useful information for pilgrims. Don't
go on pilgrimage without this helpful book. 192 Paper a |
(PTO) PRESERVE THEM, O LORD
by Father John Mack
A guide for Orthodox couples in developing
marital unity. 214pp Paper d$15.00
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NEW (POB) THE PRINCE OF BELVEDERE AND OTHER POEMS
(PM) THE PURPLE MANTLE
by Aliki Kafetzopoulou.
An enthralling historical novel set in the Roman Empire during the
reign of the notorious persecutor, Emperor Diocletian. Written especially
for young adults but will be enjoyed by all. 188pp. Paper d$12.00
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(RTM) RAISING THEM RIGHT:
A saint’s advice on raising children.
By Theophan
the Recluse.
This work applies in a concrete manner the wisdom of Orthodoxy to
the realities of the common life, and, in this case, the raising of children.
Must reading for parents, and teachers." (Fr. Stanley Harakas)
Theophan the Recluse. 72pp Paper d$10.00
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(RC) REPENTANCE AND CONFESSION
by Fr. John Chryssavgis
An excellent book
containing a short essay on the meaning of repentance and confession
and a large selection of excerpts from the Fathers, together with a translation
of the sacrament of Confession. 102pp Paper e$6.00
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(NEK1) REPENTANCE AND CONFESSION
(1)
by St. Nektarios of Pentapolis.
The epilogue of St. Nectarios’s book Concerning the Immortality
of the Soul translated for the first time into English. A short but important
book for all Orthodox Christians in their struggle for salvation. Several
photographs and color illustrations of the convent in Aegina. 71pp. Paper
d$12.00
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The second volume of translations
from the works of St. Nectarios is below:
NEW (RUD) THE RUDDER (PEDALION)
of the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church,
Revised and edited by Ralph J.
Masterjohn.
Now available in PDF format on CD, thoroughly indexed and
hyperlinked by topic and council for ease of use. The new revision contains
only the canons and decisions of the ecumenical and regional synods, and
the ancient and patristic commentaries contained in the original Greek edition
of 1800 compiled by Agapius, Hieromonk and Nicodemus, Monk of the Holy
Mountain (Athos). A complete and faithful English translation. List price: $99.95 Special Introductory price: $85.00 Order
(SM) SACRED MONARCHY AND
THE MODERN SECULAR STATE
by Fr. Michael
Azkoul
An examination of
monarchy and other political systems from an Orthodox point of view.
15pp Paper e$2.00
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(SCM) SAINT CATHERINE’S MONASTERY,
SINAI, EGYPT: A Photographic Essay
by Helen C. Evans & Bruce White.
Published by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this book captures
the relationship between the Monastery and the grandeur of the surrounding
landscape, in addition to, as well as the warmth of beauty of the monastery
itself. Large format, full color. A real treasure! 96pp.
Paper e$15.00 Order
(SH) SECULAR HUMANISM:
An Orthodox Perspective
by Father John
Bockman
An amplification
of one of the talks given at the 1987 Orthodox Conference in Worcester,
MA. A scholarly and well-documented study of a contemporary movement, which
has permeated and manipulated American society to eliminate a Christian
world-view, under the guise of religious philosophical thought. Extensive
bibliography. 84pp Paper a$8.50
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(SHH)
THE 7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE
TEENS
by Sean Covey.
An entertaining guide to developing self-image, resisting peer pressure,
building friendships, getting along with parents and achieving goals.
Filled with cartoons, clever quotes and stories of teens around the world,
this is also valuable for any adult who influences young people. 266pp. Paper d$15.00
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(SPB) SPIRITUAL
BEAUTY
by Dr.Constantine
Cavarnos
A discussion in
Greek and English of spiritual beauty with reference to philosophic,
religious, and literary writings from antiquity to the present. 60pp Paper d$6.00
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(SC) STATIONS OF THE CROSS,
THE RUSSIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH 1970-1980
by Rev. D. Konstantinow
A valuable study
of the Orthodox Church in the Soviet Union following the period of severe
persecutions of the 1960's, which sheds much light on conditions through
the '80's. 250pp Paper d$10.00
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(SCO) THE STONES CRY OUT
by Randall Price.
A fascinating volume
describing some of the newest archeological finds in the Holy Lands and
how they confirm many of the events in the Bible. An excellent introduction
to biblical archeology. Scores of maps, charts and illustrations.
437pp. Paper d$16.00
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(SWO) THE SWORD OF THE
PROPHET: Islam: History, Theology, Impact on the World
by Serge Trifkovic.
The unvarnished truth
about the rise of Islam, the patterns set by Muhammad; the historical meaning
of jihad, the struggles that face us, and what we must do to survive.
312pp. Paper d$20.00
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(TGI)
TALES FROM A GREEK ISLAND
by Alexandros Papadiamantis, translated by Elizabeth Constantinides.
Twelve stories set on the author’s native island of Skiathos, by
a giant of Greek “letters” and one of the chanters for the saintly Papa-Nicholas
Planas. Set around the turn of the 20th century, these stories present
poignant and rich description of daily life. 176pp. Paper
f$25.00
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By George Andreadis.
A powerful work which describes the ordeal of a young girl taken
from her parents in
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(WJ) THE WITNESSES OF JEHOVAH
by Rev. A. Kolesnikoff
An Orthodox explanation of the
Witnesses of Jehovah, their sect, teachings, and organization. 23pp Paper d$2.00
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(YC) YOUNG
CHILDREN IN THE ORTHODOX CHURCH: Some Basic Guidelines
by Prebytera Juliana Cownie .
A traditionalist approach to child behavior in Church, the home
and the world. Contains some valuable insights. 31pp. fPaper $5.00
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