What does it mean when someone says they are orthodox?

What does it mean when someone says they are orthodox?

An orthodox religious belief or interpretation is one handed down by a church's founders or leaders. When capitalized, as in Orthodox Judaism, Orthodox refers to a branch within a larger religious organization that claims to honor the religion's original or traditional beliefs.

How is orthodox different from Christianity?

Orthodox Christianity vs Protestant Christianity The difference between Orthodox Christianity and Protestant Christianity is that they follow different divine inspirations. The Orthodox follow the 'Holy Inspiration of Church' along with the Bible. Whereas, protestants follow only the Bible.

What do you call someone who is orthodox?

They're called Orthodox Christians.

Does orthodox mean correct?

of, relating to, or conforming to the approved form of any doctrine, philosophy, ideology, etc. sound or correct in opinion or doctrine, especially theological or religious doctrine. ... conforming to the Christian faith as represented in the creeds of the early church.

Does orthodox mean strict?

The definition of orthodox is someone or something that strictly adheres to religious beliefs or the conventional, normal way of doing things or normal accepted standards. ... An example of orthodox is something that is in adherence with the strict traditions of the Jewish faith.

What is the difference between Orthodox and unorthodox?

The Greek roots of unorthodox are orthos, or "right," and doxa, or "opinion." So someone whose beliefs are orthodox has "the right opinion," while an unorthodox person does not. The definition has evolved so that unorthodox's meaning is closer to "unusual" or "innovative" than just plain "wrong."

Is Orthodox Protestant?

The Orthodox Church is one of the three main Christian groups (the others being Roman Catholic and Protestant). ... The Orthodox Churches are united in faith and by a common approach to theology, tradition, and worship.

What kind of religion is Orthodox?

Eastern Christian

Eastern Orthodox Church
Type	Eastern Christian
Scripture	Septuagint, New Testament
Theology	Eastern Orthodox theology
Polity	Episcopal

Does Orthodox mean correct?

of, relating to, or conforming to the approved form of any doctrine, philosophy, ideology, etc. sound or correct in opinion or doctrine, especially theological or religious doctrine. ... conforming to the Christian faith as represented in the creeds of the early church.

What kind of religion is orthodox?

Eastern Christian

Eastern Orthodox Church
Type	Eastern Christian
Scripture	Septuagint, New Testament
Theology	Eastern Orthodox theology
Polity	Episcopal