Eastern Christianity and the Cold War, 1945-91 (Routledge Studies in the History of Russia and Eastern Europe)

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Synopsis
Despite widespread persecution, Orthodox churches not only survived the Cold War period but levels of religiosity in Orthodox countries remained significant. This book examines the often surprising relations between Orthodox churches and political regimes. It provides a comprehensive overview of the dynamics between Eastern Christianity and politics from the end of the Second World War to the fall of communism, covering 40 Orthodox churches including diasporic churches in Africa, Asia, America and Australia. Based on research from recently-opened archives and publications in a wide range of European languages, it analyses church-state relations on both sides of the Iron Curtain. It discusses the following key themes: the relationship between Orthodox churches and political power; religious resistance to communism; the political control of churches; religion and propaganda; monasticism and theological publications; religious diplomacy within the Orthodox commonwealth; and religious contacts between East and West.
Copyright:
2010

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ISBN-13:
9781135233815
Related ISBNs:
9780203865941, 9780415471978, 9780415673365, 9780415471978, 9780415673365
Publisher:
Taylor and Francis
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Copyrighted By:
Lucian N. Leustean for selection and editorial matter
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No
Language:
English
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No
Categories:
History, Nonfiction, Religion and Spirituality, Social Studies, Politics and Government
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This is a copyrighted book.
Edited by:
Lucian Leustean

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