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There are a lot of resources out there for learning more about the Eastern Orthodox Faith. Here's a handful of suggested books and online resources to get you started...
The Orthodox Study Bible is the complete Septuagint Old Testament and New Testament, with commentary, articles and other helpful resources for understanding the Eastern Orthodox approach to, and interpretation of, the scriptures.
The Religion of the Apostles, Fr Steven De Young
A review of the faith and life of the apostolic Church, revealing the foundations of Orthodox Christian faith and life.
The Illumined Heart, Frederica Matthewes-Green
An excellent introduction to Eastern Orthodox spirituality.
Beginning to Pray, Metropolitan Anthony Bloom
Like the title says, a good place to begin learning about Eastern Orthodoxy's understanding of prayer.
The Orthodox Church, Metropolitan Kallistos Ware
An English-language classic. A lot of great information and insights. The first half of the book is Church history, the second half covers Eastern Orthodox beliefs & practices.
The Orthodox Way, Metropolitan Kallistos Ware
Another classic. An in-depth discussion of Eastern Orthodox spiritually.
For the Life of the World, Fr. Alexander Schmemann
A discussion of how life is sustained and fulfilled in and through worship. A must-read for anyone looking for a deeper understanding of Orthodox Christian liturgy.
Again, this listing isn't even meant to scratch the surface of the excellent Eastern Orthodox resources online, but we think these are a good place to get started.
This is an online version of a famous catechetical book series by the late Fr. Thomas Hopko, covers just about everything.
Patristix "Christian History & Practices" playlist
The Patristix YouTube channel offers excellent videos on various aspects of the Eastern Orthodox tradition. (Fun fact: They're also members of the Fellowship.) Here's their "Christian History & Practices" playlist.
Read the Orthodox Bible in a year. There's also a version for kids.
Readings from the lives of the saints, based on the Orthodox Church calendar.
Many people have said this podcast was their gateway to inquiring about Eastern Orthodoxy.
An excellent Bible Study podcast from Fr Stephen De Young. Can't say enough about this.
Another excellent study of the scriptures by one of the best contemporary biblical scholars in English-speaking Orthodoxy.
Father Andrew's YouTube Channel
Like the title says, the YouTube channel of Father Andrew Jarmus.