This class was really interesting as I have studied Orthodox Christianity in the Middle East. I got to visit several monasteries in Syria and hear from the people there, as well as Greek Orthodox priests. One thing that I took from my time there is that just as Protestants (usually uninformed) don't always view the Orthodox as true believers, the opposite is also true- the Orthodox don't always think Protestants are true Christians.
Additionally, I have incorporated two aspects of Orthodox worship into my own personal time with God- icons and incense. After visiting and praying in so many churches that used those mediums to facilitate reverence and connection with God, I realized that for me they enhanced my own spiritual life.
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