The Significance of Calendars and Major Feasts for Orthodox Christians

The chapter explores the importance of calendars for Orthodox Christians, focusing on major feasts like Posca, Pentecost, and Nativity. It discusses the Passover cycle, emphasizing its relevance in both the Old and New Testaments and its association with Christ's sacrifice as the Lamb of God. The chapter also delves into the concepts of manumission, redemption, sacrifice, and ethnic identity within the context of ancient Israel and the significance of rituals such as Passover and circumcision in defining one's identity within the community.