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The Oversupply of Clergy
A simple calculation shows that in Greece there is roughly one priest for every two hundred people. This means the clerical profession is crowded,...
The King and His Faith
King George of Greece is a Protestant. He is the son of King Christian of Denmark, who was often called “the father-in-law of Europe.”...
The Queen Olga Controversy
The Riot and Its Consequences
The translation of the Bible into modern Greek caused a serious crisis in Athens. The controversy escalated into violence, and...
Maria Glabaina Becomes a Nun
After her husband passed away, Maria Glabaina decided to become a nun. She changed her name to Martha. Instead of joining the men’s monastery...
A Chapel Built for Love
In the early 1300s, Princess Maria Glabaina built a parekklesion (a small chapel) on the right side of the church to honor her husband,...
The Book of Revelation and the Second Coming
Revelation, the last book of the Bible, was written around 95 AD, not before 70 AD. Some people believe in Preterism, a theory that...
The White Stone with a Secret Name
Jesus promises a white stone with a secret name written on it. In the Roman world, white stones were used to show special favor...
Constantine’s Influence on the Church
Constantine, the Roman Emperor, was not really a true Christian. Even though he claimed to be Christian, he still kept many pagan practices. These...
The Second Problem The Error of the Nicolaitans
The second major problem in the church at Pergamum was the influence of the Nicolaitans. While we don’t know everything about this group, the...
Overview of Jesus’ Message to the Church in Ephesus
Each letter in the book of Revelation has three main parts: a review of both good and bad actions, a call for repentance for...
