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Hidden Treasures of Ethiopia

Author : Marie-Jose Friedlander
Publisher : Bloomsbury Academic
ISBN 13 : 1350137758
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (51 download)

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Download or read book Hidden Treasures of Ethiopia written by Marie-Jose Friedlander and published by Bloomsbury Academic. This book was released on 2019-08-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ethiopia is a land of hidden treasures, and among the greatest are its remote churches, whose richly decorated interiors amaze and astound with their vibrant colours and extraordinary illustration. Yet steeped in ancient legend, and often situated in remote locations, a true appreciation and understanding of these unique churches and their spectacular murals has been restricted to a select few. Now, in Hidden Treasures of Ethiopia, Maria-Jose Friedlander provides a unique guide to the churches, their architecture and decoration. Ranging from the rock-hewn churches of the Tigray region to the spectacular timber-built cave church of Yemrehane Krestos, Maria-Jose Friedlander provides detailed descriptions of the wonderful murals and of the stories behind them. Many of the wall paintings contain inscriptions in Ge'ez - the ancient language of Ethiopia - and full translations of these scripts are given. Detailed plans show the exact location of the paintings within the churches and the superb colour photographs by Bob Friedlander show the many aspects of the churches and their decoration in rich detail.

Ethiopia's Hidden Treasures

Author : María-José Friedlander
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Ethiopia's Hidden Treasures written by María-José Friedlander and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Lucy's Legacy: the Hidden Treasures of Ethiopia

Author : Yadesa Z. Bojia
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781933245140
Total Pages : 48 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (451 download)

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Download or read book Lucy's Legacy: the Hidden Treasures of Ethiopia written by Yadesa Z. Bojia and published by . This book was released on 2008-09 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Lucy's Legacy

Author : Dr. Donald Johanson
Publisher : Crown
ISBN 13 : 0307396401
Total Pages : 346 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (73 download)

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Download or read book Lucy's Legacy written by Dr. Donald Johanson and published by Crown. This book was released on 2010-06-01 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Lucy is a 3.2-million-year-old skeleton who has become the spokeswoman for human evolution. She is perhaps the best known and most studied fossil hominid of the twentieth century, the benchmark by which other discoveries of human ancestors are judged.”–From Lucy’s Legacy In his New York Times bestseller, Lucy: The Beginnings of Humankind, renowned paleoanthropologist Donald Johanson told the incredible story of his discovery of a partial female skeleton that revolutionized the study of human origins. Lucy literally changed our understanding of our world and who we come from. Since that dramatic find in 1974, there has been heated debate and–most important–more groundbreaking discoveries that have further transformed our understanding of when and how humans evolved. In Lucy’s Legacy, Johanson takes readers on a fascinating tour of the last three decades of study–the most exciting period of paleoanthropologic investigation thus far. In that time, Johanson and his colleagues have uncovered a total of 363 specimens of Australopithecus afarensis (Lucy’s species, a transitional creature between apes and humans), spanning 400,000 years. As a result, we now have a unique fossil record of one branch of our family tree–that family being humanity–a tree that is believed to date back a staggering 7 million years. Focusing on dramatic new fossil finds and breakthrough advances in DNA research, Johanson provides the latest answers that post-Lucy paleoanthropologists are finding to questions such as: How did Homo sapiens evolve? When and where did our species originate? What separates hominids from the apes? What was the nature of Neandertal and modern human encounters? What mysteries about human evolution remain to be solved? Donald Johanson is a passionate guide on an extraordinary journey from the ancient landscape of Hadar, Ethiopia–where Lucy was unearthed and where many other exciting fossil discoveries have since been made–to a seaside cave in South Africa that once sheltered early members of our own species, and many other significant sites. Thirty-five years after Lucy, Johanson continues to enthusiastically probe the origins of our species and what it means to be human.

The Garima Gospels

Author : Judith S. McKenzie
Publisher : Manar Al-Athar
ISBN 13 : 0995494673
Total Pages : 337 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (954 download)

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Download or read book The Garima Gospels written by Judith S. McKenzie and published by Manar Al-Athar. This book was released on 2016-12-31 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The three Garima Gospels are the earliest surviving Ethiopian gospel books. They provide glimpses of lost late antique luxury gospel books and art of the fifth to seventh centuries, in the Aksumite kingdom of Ethiopia as well as in the Christian East. As this work shows, their artwork is closely related to Syriac, Armenian, Greek, and Georgian gospel books and to the art of late antique (Coptic) Egypt, Nubia, and Himyar (Yemen). Like most gospel manuscripts, the Garima Gospels contain ornately decorated canon tables which function as concordances of the different versions of the same material in the gospels. Analysis of these tables of numbered parallel passages, devised by Eusebius of Caesarea, contributes significantly to our understanding of the early development of the canonical four gospel collection. The origins and meanings of the decorated frames, portraits of the evangelists, Alexandrian circular pavilion, and unique image of the Jerusalem Temple are elucidated. The Garima texts and decoration demonstrate how a distinctive Christian culture developed in Aksumite Ethiopia, while also belonging to the mainstream late antique Mediterranean world. Lavishly illustrated in colour, this volume presents all of the Garima illuminated pages for the first time and extensive comparative material. It will be an essential resource for those studying late antique art and history, Ethiopia, eastern Christianity, New Testament textual criticism, and illuminated books.

Travel Guide To Ethiopia 2023

Author : Nancy Wright
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (574 download)

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Download or read book Travel Guide To Ethiopia 2023 written by Nancy Wright and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-08-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Embark on a mesmerizing odyssey through the enchanting landscapes and captivating culture of Ethiopia in 'Wanderlust Unleashed: Unveiling Hidden Gems and Inspiring Adventure.' Discover the hidden treasures of this diverse nation as you traverse its rugged mountains, uncover ancient churches carved into cliffs, and immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of its indigenous tribes. Engage in the art of responsible tourism, supporting local communities, preserving wildlife, and embracing eco-friendly accommodations that harmonize with nature. Capture the essence of Ethiopia's beauty with expert photography tips, and embark on a visual journey that transports you to serene Rift Valley Lakes, awe-inspiring waterfalls, and the untamed wilderness of its national parks. As you explore Ethiopia's rich past and immerse yourself in its present, you'll reflect on your journey through the lens of an engaging epilogue. Depart with a heart full of memories, armed with recommendations for sustainable practices, and armed with a glossary of local terms that connect you to the heart and soul of Ethiopia. Prepare to be captivated, inspired, and forever changed by 'Wanderlust Unleashed, ' a travel guide that not only leads you to remarkable destinations but invites you to be a part of their preservation. Your Ethiopian adventure awaits, beckoning you to unveil hidden gems and embrace unforgettable adventures that will leave an indelible mark on your spirit."

Ethiopia

Author : Steven Gish
Publisher : Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
ISBN 13 : 1502622092
Total Pages : 146 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (26 download)

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Download or read book Ethiopia written by Steven Gish and published by Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2016-12-15 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nestled in the Horn of Africa, Ethiopia is the oldest independent nation on the continent. This culturally diverse country has a rich and tumultuous history dating back thousands of years. In this book, readers will learn about the diverse landscape of Ethiopias past and present, including its peoples, geography, religion, economy, and culture.

The Orthodox Church of Ethiopia

Author : John Binns
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1786730375
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (867 download)

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Download or read book The Orthodox Church of Ethiopia written by John Binns and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2016-11-28 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Surrounded by steep escarpments to the north, south and east, Ethiopia has always been geographically and culturally set apart. It has the longest archaeological record of any country in the world. Indeed, this precipitous mountain land was where the human race began. It is also home to an ancient church with a remarkable legacy. The Ethiopian Church forms the southern branch of historic Christianity. It is the only pre-colonial church in sub-Saharan Africa, originating in one of the earliest Christian kingdoms-with its king Ezana (supposedly descended from the biblical Solomon) converting around 340 CE. Since then it has maintained its long Christian witness in a region dominated by Islam; today it has a membership of around forty million and is rapidly growing. Yet despite its importance, there has been no comprehensive study available in English of its theology and history. This is a large gap which this authoritative and engagingly written book seeks to fill. The Church of Ethiopia (or formally, the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church) has a recognized place in worldwide Christianity as one of five non-Chalcedonian Orthodox Churches.As Dr Binns shows, it has developed a distinctive approach which makes it different from all other churches. His book explains why this happened and how these special features have shaped the life of the Christian people of Ethiopia. He discusses the famous rock-hewn churches; the Ark of the Covenant (claimed by the Church and housed in Aksum); the medieval monastic tradition; relations with the Coptic Church; co-existence with Islam; missionary activity; and the Church's venerable oral traditions, especially the discipline of qene-a kind of theological reflection couched in a unique style of improvised allegorical poetry. There is also a sustained exploration of how the Church has been forced to re-think its identity and mission as a result of political changes and upheaval following the overthrow of Haile Selassie (who ruled as Regent, 1916-1930, and then as Emperor, 1930-74) and beyond.

Historical Dictionary of Ethiopia

Author : David H. Shinn
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
ISBN 13 : 0810874571
Total Pages : 694 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book Historical Dictionary of Ethiopia written by David H. Shinn and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2013-04-11 with total page 694 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ethiopia is clearly one of the most important countries in Africa. First of all, with about 75 million people, it is the third most populous country in Africa. Second, it is very strategically located, in the Horn of Africa and bordering Eritrea, Sudan, Kenya, and Somalia, with some of whom it has touchy and sometimes worse relations. Yet, its capital – Addis Ababa – is the headquarters of the African Union, the prime meeting place for Africa’s leaders. So, if things went poorly in Ethiopia, this would not be good for Africa, and for a long time this was the case, with internal disruption rife, until it was literally suppressed under the strong rule of the recently deceased Meles Zenawi. The Historical Dictionary of Ethiopia, Second Edition covers the history of Ethiopia through a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has several hundred cross-referenced entries on important personalities, politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Ethiopia.

Ethiopia Travel Guide

Author : Ashok Kumawat
Publisher : Writat
ISBN 13 : 9789358815689
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (156 download)

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Download or read book Ethiopia Travel Guide written by Ashok Kumawat and published by Writat. This book was released on 2023-09-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Ethiopia, a land of ancient splendor and unparalleled beauty. Discover a country where time-honored traditions blend harmoniously with breathtaking landscapes, creating a tapestry of cultural richness and natural wonders. From the majestic rock-hewn churches of Lalibela to the vibrant streets of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia beckons you to immerse yourself in its captivating charm. Uncover the secrets of Ethiopia's history as you explore ancient ruins, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and archaeological treasures that tell tales of empires and civilizations long past. Traverse the rugged highlands and be rewarded with panoramic views of the Simien Mountains, where dramatic cliffs and endemic wildlife transport you to another world. Journey through the mystical Omo Valley, where indigenous tribes preserve their ancestral customs and heritage. Indulge your senses with the flavors of Ethiopian cuisine, renowned for its aromatic spices and communal dining experience. From injera to traditional stews, each bite tells a story of the country's rich culinary heritage. And as you sip on a cup of freshly brewed Ethiopian coffee, you'll discover the birthplace of this beloved beverage and witness the intricate process from bean to cup. But Ethiopia is not just a feast for the eyes and taste buds. It's a destination that resonates with the soul, offering opportunities for cultural immersion, outdoor adventures, and meaningful connections. Whether you're exploring ancient churches, trekking through national parks, or engaging with local communities, Ethiopia will leave an indelible mark on your heart. Unveil the mysteries, embrace the wonders, and create lasting memories as you embark on an extraordinary journey through Ethiopia. It's time to discover the hidden gems, immerse yourself in vibrant cultures, and experience the warmth and hospitality that make Ethiopia a truly remarkable destination. Let this travel guide be your companion as you navigate the land of ancient splendor and create your own unforgettable story in Ethiopia.

Iowa Ethiopia

Author : Jeff Barker
Publisher : Hendrickson Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1683073053
Total Pages : 246 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (83 download)

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Download or read book Iowa Ethiopia written by Jeff Barker and published by Hendrickson Publishers. This book was released on 2021-10-05 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: RELIGION / Christian Ministry / Missions REL012040 RELIGION / Christian Life / Inspirational Following Sioux Center Sudan comes another historical account of Arlene Schuiteman’s missionary work. Iowa Ethiopia brings us to one of the world’s ancient cultures and the revolution that changed one woman’s spiritual journey . . . and nearly cost her everything. Now in her nineties, retired nurse and missionary Arlene Schuiteman is quiet, seemingly timid. She does not desire attention or fame. However, she has years of stories to tell about rambling across the fields of her Iowa family farm, settling on a Sudanese riverbank, climbing through the rugged hollers of Kentucky, and being swept away to the western mountains of Ethiopia. Iowa Ethiopia looks back at Arlene’s work as a missionary nurse in Ethiopia between 1966 and 1977, where she trained young men in the practice of modern medicine. Like in Sioux Center Sudan, this woman’s inspiring stories have the power to transfix, pierce, and heal. Captivating and honest, they declare the power of God to us today in our ongoing efforts to be strong witnesses to Christ’s kingdom. The stories in this book have been collected from her journals and letters, and retold by award-winning dramatist Jeff Barker. Includes sixteen pages of color photos.

Abyssinia's Samuel Johnson

Author : Wendy Laura Belcher
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 019979331X
Total Pages : 298 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (997 download)

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Download or read book Abyssinia's Samuel Johnson written by Wendy Laura Belcher and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2012-06-01 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Uncovers African influences on the Western imagination during the eighteenth century, paying particular attention to the ways Ethiopia inspired and shaped the work of Samuel Johnson.

Jamaican Speech Forms in Ethiopia

Author : Rosanna Masiola
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1443876755
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (438 download)

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Download or read book Jamaican Speech Forms in Ethiopia written by Rosanna Masiola and published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. This book was released on 2015-04-01 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the first systematic cross-disciplinary survey on the use of Jamaican English in Ethiopia, describing the dynamics of language acquisition in a multi-lectal and multicultural context. It is the result of over eight years’ worth of research conducted in both Jamaica and Africa, and is a recognition of the trans-cultural influence of the “Repatriation Movement” and other diasporic movements. The method and materials adopted in this book point to a constant spread and diffusion of Jamaican culture in Ethiopia. This is reinforced by the universalistic appeal of Rastafarianism and Reggae music and their ability to transcend borders. The data gathered here focus on how an Anglophone-based Creole has developed new speech-forms and has been hybridized and cross-fertilized in contact situations and by new media sources. The book focuses on the use of Jamaican English in four particular domains: namely, school, street, family, and the music studio. Its findings are drawn from an exceptional range of sources, such as field-work and video-recordings, interviews, web-mediated communication, artistic performance and relevant transcriptions. These sources highlight five topics of relevance—language acquisition and choice; English and Jamaican speech forms; hegemonic and minority groups, Rastafarian culture and Reggae music—which are explored in further detail throughout the book. These salient features, in turn, interface with the dynamics of influencing factors, reinforcing circumstances, significance and change. The book represents a journey to the “extreme-outer circle” of English language use, following a circular route away from Africa and back again, with all the languages used (and lost) along the slavery route and inside the plantation complex developing into creolized speech forms and Creoles. Such language use is now making its way back to Africa, with all the incendiary creativity of Reggae and resonant with Rastafarian language.

Picturing the Apocalypse

Author : Natasha O'Hear
Publisher : OUP Oxford
ISBN 13 : 019100295X
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Picturing the Apocalypse written by Natasha O'Hear and published by OUP Oxford. This book was released on 2015-06-26 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book of Revelation has been a source of continual fascination for nearly two thousand years. Concepts such as The Lamb of God, the Four Horsemen, the Seventh Seal, the Beasts and Antichrist, the Whore of Babylon, Armageddon, the Millennium, the Last Judgement, the New Jerusalem, and the ubiquitous Angel of the Apocalypse have captured the popular imagination. One can hardly open a newspaper or click on a news web site without reading about impending financial or climate change Armageddon, while the concept of the Four Horsemen pervades popular music, gaming, and satire. Yet few people know much about either the basic meaning or original context of these concepts or the multiplicity of different ways in which they have been interpreted by visual artists in particular. The visual history of this most widely illustrated of all the biblical books deserves greater attention. This book fills these gaps in a striking and original way by means of ten concise thematic chapters which explain the origins of these concepts from the book of Revelation in an accessible way. These explanations are augmented and developed via a carefully selected sample of the ways in which the concepts have been treated by artists through the centuries. The 120 visual examples are drawn from a wide range of time periods and media including the ninth-century Trier Apocalypse, thirteenth-century Anglo-Norman Apocalypse Manuscripts such as the Lambeth and Trinity Apocalypses, the fourteenth-century Angers Apocalypse Tapestry, fifteenth-century Apocalypse altarpieces by Van Eyck and Memling, Dürer and Cranach's sixteenth-century Apocalypse woodcuts, and more recently a range of works by William Blake, J. M. W. Turner, Max Beckmann, as well as film posters and stills, cartoons, and children's book illustrations. The final chapter demonstrates the continuing resonance of all the themes in contemporary religious, political, and popular thinking, while throughout the book a contrast will be drawn between those readers of Revelation who have seen it in terms of earthly revolutions in the here and now, and those who have adopted a more spiritual, otherworldly approach.

Finding Aster

Author : Dina McQueen
Publisher : First Books
ISBN 13 : 1592995136
Total Pages : 241 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (929 download)

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Download or read book Finding Aster written by Dina McQueen and published by First Books. This book was released on 2010-09 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One woman's journey into motherhood via international adoption. Dina's process begins with major surgery that leaves her unable to bear children. After recovery begins and burgeoning health finds her ready to discover what's next, she and her husband decide to become parents. The journay that began in illness pushes Dina into places she never thought she would go, both within herself as a woman, and outside the world to Africa. Is a must read for all people considering parenthood. Important sections present controversial topics around infertility, overpopulation, and the state of international adoption. In the end, Dina openly expresses a clear and focused voice that choosing adoption to grow a family need not be a last resort. -- taken from back cover.

Migration and the Making of Global Christianity

Author : Jehu J. Hanciles
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1467461458
Total Pages : 587 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (674 download)

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Download or read book Migration and the Making of Global Christianity written by Jehu J. Hanciles and published by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing. This book was released on 2021-03-16 with total page 587 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A magisterial sweep through 1500 years of Christian history with a groundbreaking focus on the missionary role of migrants in its spread. Human migration has long been identified as a driving force of historical change. Building on this understanding, Jehu Hanciles surveys the history of Christianity’s global expansion from its origins through 1500 CE to show how migration—more than official missionary activity or imperial designs—played a vital role in making Christianity the world’s largest religion. Church history has tended to place a premium on political power and institutional forms, thus portraying Christianity as a religion disseminated through official representatives of church and state. But, as Hanciles illustrates, this “top-down perspective overlooks the multifarious array of social movements, cultural processes, ordinary experiences, and non-elite activities and decisions that contribute immensely to religious encounter and exchange.” Hanciles’s socio-historical approach to understanding the growth of Christianity as a world religion disrupts the narrative of Western preeminence, while honoring and making sense of the diversity of religious expression that has characterized the world Christian movement for two millennia. In turning the focus of the story away from powerful empires and heroic missionaries, Migration and the Making of Global Christianity instead tells the more truthful story of how every Christian migrant is a vessel for the spread of the Christian faith in our deeply interconnected world.

The Blackwell Companion to Eastern Christianity

Author : Ken Parry
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1444333615
Total Pages : 554 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (443 download)

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Download or read book The Blackwell Companion to Eastern Christianity written by Ken Parry and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-05-10 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now available in paperback, this Companion offers an unparalleled survey of the history, theology, doctrine, worship, art, culture and politics that make up the churches of Eastern Christianity. Covers both Byzantine traditions (such as the Greek, Russian and Georgian churches) and Oriental traditions (such as the Armenian, Coptic and Syrian churches) Brings together an international team of experts to offer the first book of its kind on the subject of Eastern Christianity Contributes to our understanding of recent political events in the Middle East and Eastern Europe by providing much needed background information May be used alongside The Blackwell Dictionary of Eastern Christianity (1999) for a complete student resource