The tradition of icon painting began to develop simultaneously with the development of Christianity. In the modern era, avant ...

Majority-Orthodox countries include Russia, Ukraine and Greece, whose churches are part of the Eastern Orthodox branch, which is also followed by the majority of Christians in the Middle East.

While much of the world has Christmas in the rearview mirror by now, people in some Eastern Orthodox traditions will celebrating the holy day on Sunday. Jan. 7, 2024. (AP Photo/Alexander ...