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Orthodox Dogmatic Theology: A Concise Exposition Paperback – February 1, 2009

by Michael Pomazansky (Author), Seraphim Rose (Translator)

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Protopresbyter Michael Pomazansky's Orthodox Dogmatic Theology has long been regarded as a standard source of Orthodox theology. Since its publication in Russian in 1963, it has been used as the main theology textbook at Holy Trinity Orthodox Seminary in Jordanville, New York; and since the publication of the first English edition in 1983, it has come to be regarded throughout the English-speaking world as one of the best introductory books on Orthodox theology. Written clearly, simply and concisely, this modern-day classic is accessible not only to theology students but to the contemporary layman in general. As one deeply rooted in the tradition of the Orthodox Church, Fr. Michael quotes abundantly from the Holy Scriptures and the writings of the Holy Fathers, being concerned to present, not human opinions, but Divine Revelation, which has been handed down to us as the Church s certain, unchanging teaching.

EXPANDED THIRD EDITION: In the first English edition, Fr. Seraphim added many substantive footnotes in order to provide clarification on certain points or to introduce helpful information not included in the main text. In this third English edition, yet more notes have been added, primarily consisting of quotations from the Holy Fathers, in order to further elucidate Orthodox doctrines. This edition also includes a new preface, a new bibliography, and an expanded index.

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St. Herman of Alaska Brotherhood
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February 1, 2009
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0938635697
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In the writings of Fr. Michael Pomazansky, one may see a characteristic of genuine Orthodox theology that is so often lost sight of in our cold, rationalistic age. Theology is not primarily a matter of arguments, criticisms, proofs and disproofs; it is first of all men s word about God, in accordance with the Divinely revealed teaching of Orthodoxy. Therefore, its first purpose and intent is always to inspire, to warm the heart, to lift one above the petty preoccupations of earth in order to glimpse the Divine beginning and end of all things and so to give one the energy and encouragement to struggle towards God and our heavenly homeland....

Fr. Michael s theology is in this warm-hearted and inspiring tone. He is not the only one to write Orthodox theology with this intent today, but he is one of the few, in an older generation that is fast vanishing, who can serve as a link between us and the genuine theology of the Holy Fathers....Orthodox Dogmatic Theology is his masterpiece. -- --Hieromonk Seraphim Rose

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ St. Herman of Alaska Brotherhood; Third Expanded edition (February 1, 2009)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 436 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0938635697
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0938635697
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.75 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 1 x 9 inches

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Brian Lau

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This helps with giving an Orthodox view point. However it is interesting how hostile the writer is towards any manifestation of the Holy Spirit. Theosis within itself was supposed to be an encounter with God. If you strip the Orthodox from any manifestation of the Spirit you have a dead religion. You might as well toss in the garbage the books by Dumitru Staniloae, St Gregory Palamas , St Seraphim of Sarov, St Symeon the New Theologian as well as the first 200 years of the early church. To relegate the manifestations of God to pictures and relics is dishonest to both the Bible and church history and tradition. Of course the writers do not flat out deny the move of the Spirit, but the relegation of them to the things mentioned about is not fair. God has had a movement throughout church history, where the book of Acts is still an ever present reality.

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Kenneth Jennings

EXCELLENT!

Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2017

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An EXCELLENT resource to have for anyone seriously curious about the Theology of the Eastern Orthodoxy faith.

The vast ocean that is Eastern Orthodox Theology is understandably intimidating at first glance. Nevertheless, Fr. Michael is like a wise and seasoned Captain guiding us and explaining the ways of this ocean, showing us the trusted markers used by many, even more seasoned than him, for this journey. He shows us the the vastness, describes its depths, and its beauty all in a way understandable to the layman.

I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in or practicing the Eastern Orthodox Faith.

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Harold King

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As the subtitle states, "A Concise Exposition" of Orthodox theology. Not in depth but offers good insights to this study and gives avenues for further study. Good for anyone interested in the Eastern Theology.

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cbeach710

Great reference, but long

Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2018

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A great resource but a bit long for an introduction to orthodoxy compared to other great books available. I preferred Kallistos Ware's The Orthodox Way, but found it helpful to read them side-by-side.

Had a little trouble with the clarity of prose, I assume this is related to it being written decades ago and translated from Russian?

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SKClimacus

A model for writing theology

Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2006

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I had been looking for a textbook on Orthodox systematic theology for quite some time before accidently coming across an older edition of this volume while I was in Europe. I am an evangelical who is painfully aware of our tradition's ignorance of Eastern beliefs, and of our dependence on Western conceptions of theological categories and methods. As such I was (and still am) deeply interested in exploring the depths and riches of Eastern theology, and to this end Pomazansky is a gem.

I imagine most pastors have at least one or more volumes of systematic theology in their libraries. Everyone has their favorites: Barth, Calvin, Miley, Mueller, Grudem, Ott, Wenger, etc. Most of us try to have a wide variety of sources at our disposal for the sake of reference. Pomozansky's Orthodox Dogmatic Theology deserves to be on your shelf because I doubt anyone has written a one-volume systematic with the same measure of depth, eloquence, and brevity, let alone from an Eastern Orthodox perspective. Think of Wayne Grudem's Systematic Theology, but with greater clarity, and a even more deeply devotional/pastoral spirit.

That being said, Pomazansky's book is not without its flaws. He is strongest when articulating the faith all Christians share, and in that respect, I would reccomend his book to every student of theology, both lay and clergy. On the other hand, from an evangelical perspective, he is weakest when defending Orthodox distinctives. I think evangelicals will find that some of his arguments are far from convincing because they are exegetically unfounded or suspect. That being said, Orthodox readers probably won't be bothered too much by this apparent shortcoming because Scripture does not have the same place of authority in Eastern traditions as in evangelical traditions.

But even with these (minor) doctrinal dissagrements, this is an eminently useful book that I constantly refer to for inspiration and explanation. In fact, it may be the most dog-eared, highlighted, and underlined systematics I own. You should get one.

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Michael Jensee

Orthodox Theology

Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2018

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Excellent

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Hesychast

I wish all Orthodox would read

Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2017

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Discernment is critical in these days, the beginning of sorrows. Scripture enjoins to pray that we might escape the things coming on the earth and to stand b efore the son of Man. This book awakens us to the things,coming .

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