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Paperback: 377 pages
Publisher: St Vladimirs Seminary Pr (January 4, 2000)
This is a very moving book and is relevant now more than ever since the word and concept "martyr" is being hijacked by Islamic extremists who are the very opposite of what a true martyr stands for. Most of my review is simply from the jacket but there are several books that I have noted which you will want to read if this issue holds any importance for your life. "This study is the culmination of two decades of research on Orthodox Christian Neomartyrs under the Ottoman Turks. Father Vaporis has compiled the life stories of almost two hundred faithful men and women who were by and large of humble station, possessing little or no formal education, yet gave their lives, or witnessed, for Christ...It also contains a number of accounts of Muslims who converted to Orthodox Christianity and suffered a martyr's death because they refused to return to Islam. This, however, is not simply a collection of hagiographic stories. Here, the lives are retold in a fluid, easy-to-read manner, and set in an historical context to make them more accessible to the reader. Also of great interest are the many translations of the dialogue between the Neomartyrs and the Ottoman judges (kadi), during the three interrogations that were mandated by Islamic law. These records provide fascinating information on mutual perceptions and the clash between Orthodox and Islamic cultures, illustrating how the Ottomans became decreasingly tolerant of Orthodox Christians as their empire declined. While of great historical interest, this collection of accounts of Orthodox Neomartyrs, who had to choose between conversion to Islam and painful torture and death, will no doubt inspire many readers in their own daily lives. Includes 16 full-color icon plates. Rev. Dr.Read more ›
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This is a very moving book. My review is simply from the jacket. This study is the culmination of two decades of research on Orthodox Christian Neomartyrs under the Ottoman Turks. Father Vaporis has compiled the life stories of almost two hundred faithful men and women who were by and large of humble station, possessing little or no formal education, yet gave their lives, or witnessed, for Christ...It also contains a number of accounts of Muslims who converted to Orthodox Christianity and suffered a martyr's death becasue they refused to return to Islam. This, however, is not simply a collection of hagiographic stories. Here, the lives are retold in a fluid, easy-to-read manner, and set in an historical context to make them more accessible to the reader. Also of great interest are the many translations of the dialogue between the Neomartyrs and the Ottoman judges (kadi), during the three interrogations that were mandated by Islamic law. These records provide fascinating information on mutual perceptions and the clash between Orthodox and Islamic cultures, illustrating how the Ottomans bcame decreasingly tolerant of Orthodox Christians as their empire declined. While of great historical interest, this collection of accounts of Orthodox Neomartyrs, who had to choose between conversion to Islam and painful torture and death, will no doubt inspire many readers in their own daily lives. Includes 16 full-color icon plates. Rev. Dr. Nomikos Michael Vaporis was an historian of Byzantine history and Modern Greek Hellenism, as well as the former Dean of Hellenic College/Holy Cross School of Theology, and Director of Holy Cross Orthodox Press. Other books of interest may include: Pearl of Great Price, the Life and Martyrdom of Mother Maria Skobtsova 1891-1945 by Sergei Hackel; Exploring the Inner Universe, by Roman Braga.
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Words cannot describe how i feel about this book, very beautifuly written i have cried countless times and has made my hatred towards the muslims even greater. It just proves that none is greater than the orthodox faith. I highly recommend this book to anyone that is interested in the orthodox faith or to anyone else wich may open there eyes to what orthodox faith is.
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Every Christian should be aware of these new martyrs. Things are not going well for Christians these days, most especially the persecuted Orthodox Christians, as is traditional. And yes, it can happen here in the USA and it can happen to you if you stand up for your faith. This book provides a good look at demonic-animal-like behavior perpetrated on the faithful but rather than reading it in fear it is a book that strengthens my faith and helps me prepare my soul for every trial. It also made me deeply love our brothers and sisters who with great strength and joy martyred for Christ. They await us in Paradise and are resting without pain, sorrow, or suffering...
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