The Covenant's Veil : Ethiopian Orthodox Tradition of Elaboration / Alexandra Sellassie Antohin.

Format:

• Book

Author/Creator:

• Antohin, Alexandra Sellassie, author.

Series:

• Orthodox Christianity and contemporary thought.
• Orthodox Christianity and Contemporary Thought Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

• Christian life--Ethiopia.
• Covenant theology.
• Ethiopia--Religious life and customs.
• YaʼItyop̣yā ʼortodoks tawāḥedo béta kerestiyān--Doctrines.
• YaʾItyop̣yā ʾortodoks tawāḥedo béta kerestiyān. Maṣḥafa qedāsé--English.
• YaʼItyop̣yā ʼortodoks tawāḥedo béta kerestiyān--Customs and practices.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (213 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

New York : Fordham University Press, [2025]

Summary:

The book 'The Covenant’s Veil: Ethiopian Orthodox Tradition of Elaboration' by Alexandra Sellassie explores the intersection of Orthodox Christianity and contemporary thought, focusing on the Ethiopian Orthodox tradition. It delves into Ethiopia's rich religious history, particularly the legend of the Ark of the Covenant, and how these narratives shape the devotional culture of Ethiopian Orthodox Christians. The author employs ethnographic research methods, including interviews and observations, to provide a comprehensive study of the lived experiences of these devotees. The book also addresses the broader implications of religious identity and cultural hybridity, offering insights into the transnational and evolving nature of Orthodox Christian communities. Sellassie’s personal background and motivations enrich the narrative, aiming to bridge Eastern and Western Christian intellectual traditions for a diverse audience. Generated by AI.

Contents:

• Cover
• Title Page
• Copyright
• Contents
• Preface
• Notes on Transliteration
• Introduction
• 1. Ethiopia's Story of the Covenant
• 2. Covenant as a Holographic Idea
• 3. The Liturgy and Stances of Giving Respect
• 4. Constructing Church Futures
• 5. Mahaber and the Blessing
• 6. Movements of Sacred Promise
• Conclusion
• Acknowledgments
• Glossary
• Notes
• Bibliography
• Index
• About the Author
• Series Editors.

Notes:

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• Description based on print version record.
• Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

• 9781531508678
• 1531508677