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This is the name given to the Eastern Orthodox Church where the Ecumenical Patriarch resides in Constantinople (present-day Istanbul, Turkey). It is the church founded by St Andrew the Apostle, and was the Cathedral Church during the Eastern Roman or Byzantine Empire.
It is similar to saying the papal church of Rome where the Pope resides.
The Ecumenical Patriarch in Constantinople is known as the 'first among equals' in the Orthodox Church.
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What was constantinople's chief patriarchal rival?
Venice
The highest church official in the Byzantine Church was known as what?
The Ecumenical Patriarch (in Constantinople).
What city was the capital of eastern orthodox church?
Constantinople was the capital of the Eastern Orthodox Church.
How was Constantinople's government connected to religion?
Back in the days of Constantinople, the Orthodox Church was highly involved in government and politics. Even though there was separation of Church and State, the Church exercised considerable influence in the government of Constantinople.
What is the significance of the patriarchal cross in Christian symbolism and religious practices?
The patriarchal cross is a symbol in Christianity representing the authority of the church and the connection to the apostles. It is often associated with the Eastern Orthodox Church and signifies the leadership and spiritual lineage of the church leaders.
What were the names of the five cities where the patriarchs lived?
In ancient times the five Patriarchal Seats were Rome, Constantinople, Antioch, Jerusalem and Alexandria
Who moved the head of the Catholic Church to Constantinople?
The catholic church was never moved to constantinople, emperor constatine kept the church in Rome but moved the capitol to Constantinople. The SPRQ's belief of the church for salvation and emotional comfort kept the eastern empire alive for as long as it did, though it ultimately fell.
What was the highest church official in Constantinople?
The Emperor
Where was the center of the eastern church?
It was and is in Constantinople (Istanbul).
Who is the patriarch of Constantinople and leader of the Greek Orthodox Church?
The Patriarch is the authoritative figure for The Greek Orthodox Church.
Are patriarchal blessing only given on Sundays?
In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church), Patriarchal Blessings are usually given on Sunday, but in some circumstances are given on other days. It is up to the discretion of the Patriarch.
What is the church in constantinople called?
The Eastern Orthodox Church in Constantinople is called the Ecumenical Patriarchate, or is sometimes called the See of St Andrew (because it was founded by St Andrew).
