Problem

Religious orthodoxy

Nature:

Orthodoxy (from Greek: ὀρθοδοξία, orthodoxía, 'righteous/correct opinion') is adherence to correct or accepted creeds, especially in religion.

Orthodoxy within Christianity refers to acceptance of the doctrines defined by various creeds and ecumenical councils in Antiquity, but different Churches accept different creeds and councils. Such differences of opinion have developed for numerous reasons, including language and cultural barriers.

Eastern Orthodoxy and Oriental Orthodoxy are sometimes referred to simply as "Orthodoxy".

In some English-speaking countries, Jews who adhere to all the traditions and commandments as legislated in the Torah are often called Orthodox Jews.

Sunni Islam is sometimes referred to as "Orthodox Islam".

Narrower Problems:
Old Believers
Related Problems:
Culturally biased religion
Problem Type:
G: Very specific problems
Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST