Tending the Heart of Virtue sheds light on the power of classic children's tales to shape the moral imagination. This revised and expanded edition includes three new chapters on such stories as Hans Christian Andersen's The Ugly Duckling, the Grimms' Cinderella, and John Ruskin's The King of the Golden River.
Using the metaphor of music, Vigen Guroian explores the core beliefs of Orthodox Christianity, emphasizing themes like creation, sin, and salvation. Through six chapters, he examines the faith's dogmatic foundations while drawing on his personal experiences. Guroian highlights the significance of iconography and art from Syrian, Armenian, Byzantine, and Russian traditions, illustrating how these visual elements communicate theology. This work offers a profound insight into the essence of Orthodox Christianity, blending spiritual depth with artistic expression.
Incarnate Love is a major contribution to both Orthodox ethics and to Christian self-understanding. Completely revised with a new preface and two additional chapters, this work aims to articulate a social ethic that can make sense of the Orthodox experience in the United States, as well as challenge the Orthodox tradition to formulate a new strategy for church and societal interaction.
Focusing on the development of a social ethic, this book explores the Orthodox experience in the United States and encourages a reevaluation of how the Orthodox tradition engages with society. With a revised structure, including a new preface and additional chapters, it seeks to deepen understanding of Orthodox ethics and promote a fresh approach to the relationship between the church and contemporary societal issues.
Exploring the influence of classic children's tales, this revised edition highlights how stories like The Ugly Duckling, Cinderella, and The King of the Golden River can cultivate moral imagination. With three new chapters, it delves deeper into the themes and lessons these timeless narratives impart, emphasizing their significance in shaping character and virtue in young readers.
Exploring the intersection of faith and contemporary society, this work delves into the challenges and transformations faced by traditional beliefs in a rapidly changing world. It examines how orthodoxy adapts to modernity, addressing issues such as secularism, pluralism, and cultural shifts. Through thoughtful analysis, the book highlights the resilience of faith traditions while engaging with philosophical and theological debates, ultimately offering insights into the relevance of orthodoxy in today's diverse landscape.
A clear and compelling exposition of Orthodox approaches to culture, ecumenism, and ethics written by one of the leading voices of contemporary Orthodox theology.
Exploring the intersection of gardening and spirituality, Vigen Guroian presents a collection of meditations that highlight our connection to life and divine grace through the act of cultivating creation. By intertwining the church calendar with the rhythms of nature, he illustrates how faithful living mirrors the gardening process. This work serves as both a practical guide for gardeners and a profound reflection on Christian spirituality, making it a meaningful read for those seeking insights into faith and the natural world.
'Ethics after Christendom' explores the moral challenges for churches in post-Christian societies, emphasizing the need for a Christian ethics that is both ecclesial and inclusive. Vigen Guroian analyzes the cultural context and demonstrates how liturgy enhances Christian ethics in areas like family, medicine, and ecology.