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The Theotokos is the Greek name given to the Blessed Virgin Mary, meaning 'birthgiver of God'. She is called blessed because that is how the angel Gabriel sent by God addressed her: "Rejoice, highly favoured one, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women!" (Luke 1:28)
The name Theotokos was affirmed by the Third Ecumenical Council, held at Ephesus in 431 AD. This means it was accepted by the entire Christian Church.
The Theotokos is also known as the Mother of God, since she bore Jesus Christ, who is both Man and God.
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Who do Eastern Rite Catholics call the Theotokos?
The Virgin Mary. Theotokos is a Greek word meaning the God Bearer or Mother of God.
Who draw the Theotokos of Vladimir?
The Holy Evangelist, Luke painted three icons of the Theotokos on a board from the table at which The Holy Family used to eat their meals, while The Virgin Mary was still alive. Upon seeing these images, The Mother of God exclaimed, ""May the grace of the One Who was born of me, and my grace, be with these Holy Icons." One of these icons was The Theotokos of Vladimir
What date Orthodox Church celebrates the Virgin Mary?
The Virgin Mary is commemorated on several dates in the Orthodox Church: Sept. 8: Nativity of the Theotokos (Virgin Mary) Nov. 21: The Entrance (or Presentation) or the Virgin into the Temple Dec. 26: Synaxis of the Theotokos March 25: Annunciation Aug. 15: Dormition of the Theotokos (called Assumption in the Roman Catholic Church)
What does Mary theotokos mean?
Theotokos is Greek for "God-bearer". This name is to be distinguished from "Christ-bearer" which was used by heretics in the early Christian Church to emphasize the fact that Christ was not Divine.St. John of Damascus said that the name Theotokosembraced the entire mystery of the Incarnation.
Which Greek orthodox holiday is celebrated on the 8th Sept?
The Nativity (meaning birth) of the Blessed Theotokos (the Virgin Mary).
What is another word for Virgin Mary?
Another word for Virgin Mary is Mother of God or Theotokos.
What was St. Cyril of Alexandria known for?
St. Cyril of Alexandria was known for his role in the Christological controversies of the 5th century, particularly his defense of the title "Theotokos" (Mother of God) for the Virgin Mary and his writings on the unity of Christ's divine and human natures. He also played a significant role in the Council of Ephesus in 431, which affirmed Mary as Theotokos and condemned Nestorianism.
Is there any Greek orthodox church in Barcelona?
Iglesia Ortodoxa de la Theotokos Carrer D'Aragó 181 Barcelona, CT 08015 Spain
What is celebrated in August?
On August 15, the Eastern Orthodox church celebrates the Dormition of Theotokos, a major Christian celebration. In the West, the Dormition is sometimes referred to as the Assumption.
What is the representaion of the Virgin Mary usually with the Infant Jesus?
This is called, in Greek, the Theotokos, and Roman Catholics would usually call it an image or statue of the Mother of God or the Madonna.
What is celebrated in August 15th?
On August 15, the Eastern Orthodox church celebrates the Dormition of Theotokos, a major Christian celebration. In the West, the Dormition is sometimes referred to as the Assumption.
When does Russian Orthodox church celebrate Christmas?
The 12 main Feast Days: Easter, Christmas, Theophany, Transfiguration, Pentecost, Ascension, Dormition, Annunciation, Meeting of our Lord in the Temple, Presentation to the Temple, Elevation of the Cross, Birth of Theotokos.
