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Introduction to the Eastern Orthodox Theology’s View on the Environment

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contentmanager • 13 March 2024

Abstract

This lecture examines the view of the Orthodox theology on the environment through the examination of the origins & the sustainability of the environment, as well as the role of mankind in it.

Timescale

One lecture (approximately 90 minutes) – possibly in 3 parts:

  1. PART A: What is the Orthodox view on the origins of universe?
  2. PART B: What is the Orthodox view on the sustainability of the environment?
  3. PART C: What is the Orthodox view of mankind?

Key Terms

Orthodox, environment, science, mankind

Key competences / Learning outcomes

By the end of the lecture the students should have become familiar with the Eastern Orthodox
Christian view on:

  • The origins of the environment/universe in relation to the most prominent scientific theories on the matter.
  • The sustainability of the environment.
  • The mankind and its relationship with the environment.
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