Orthodox

Orthodox Church
 * 1) **History/Origins**
 * The Orthodox Church started in 1054 during the East and West Schism.
 * After the Schism, the Orthodox Church was then referred to Eastern Orthox due to its geographical positioning.
 * The split occurred after the capital of Christianity was moved to Constantinople.
 * Now, two places were very competitive with each other, both wanting power.
 * When Rome's bishop, who is now referred to as the Pope, took over more responsibilities and duties, and made laws for the Patriarch of Constantinople to follow, he did not agree with them, and as a result he started the Orthodox Church, now a separate branch of Christianity.
 * 1) **Major beliefs**


 * One Trinity
 * One Trinitarian God
 * Use of Icons, Votive lamps, candles and incense
 * Holy scriptures and sacraments serve as the focus of worship
 * Continuity of the direct and correct interpretation of scripture
 * 1) **Key People (pictures needed)**




 * 1) Key Symbols (pictures needed)




 * 1) Ordination and holy life