The Orthodox Brotherhood in France

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The Orthodox Fraternity in Western Europe is the subject of this historical and institutional article written by Jean Gueit. The author adopts a descriptive and analytical approach to trace the rise of this inter-jurisdictional movement, focusing particularly on its development in France. The main idea is to show how the Orthodox Fraternity has been able to bring together faithful and communities belonging to different canonical jurisdictions, thereby fostering pastoral and spiritual unity beyond traditional ecclesiastical boundaries. From a theological and historical perspective, the article highlights the structuring role of this movement in the life of Orthodoxy in Western Europe, illustrating the dynamics of convergence between orthodox traditions of diverse origins in the face of challenges specific to the diaspora. This study contributes to a better understanding of the organization and identity of contemporary Orthodoxy in a Western context.

This article has not been translated yet — it is available in its French version here.

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