Jay'sAnalysis TOP 10 Orthodox Books, Intro Questions, Western Civilization Collapse -Jay Dyer Show
Sep 27, 2025
Dive into a discussion on foundational Orthodox literature, with recommendations for Catholics exploring the faith. Explore critiques of papal authority and key texts for understanding the Filioque debate. Discover strategies for online engagement and fostering community in diverse contexts. Engage with tough questions on salvation, online piety, and navigating complex theological debates. Jay also addresses the significance of attending liturgy and understanding the nature of the Crucifixion in Orthodox theology.
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Begin With Focused Intro Texts
- Start Orthodox catechesis with short, clear critiques of the papacy before diving into advanced theology.
- Read Two Paths then Church Papacy Schism to build a solid introductory foundation.
Study The Filioque In Stages
- Tackle the Filioque topic gradually: start with St. Photius before attempting Palamas or technical treatises.
- Use accessible texts first, then move to Palamas' Apodictic Treatise for depth.
Use A Dogmatic Manual For Systematic Study
- Use canonical dogmatic manuals for systematic study once you know basics.
- Read Pomazansky's Orthodox Dogmatic Theology as a practical catechetical reference.
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Intro
00:00 • 6min
Guest Introduction: Dan Morgan of Morgan & Morgan
05:48 • 4min
Show Plan and FAQ Tease
09:25 • 5min
What are the best introductory books for Catholics?
14:09 • 52sec
Advanced critiques of the papacy
15:01 • 1min
Where to read about the Filioque debate
16:16 • 2min
Understanding Palamism and the energies doctrine
18:08 • 2min
General introductions to Orthodox theology
20:31 • 3min
Philosophy background for patristics study
23:08 • 1min
Which Church Fathers to begin reading
24:25 • 2min
Recommended texts on St. Maximus and advanced patristics
26:40 • 2min
Canon formation resources for Protestants
28:34 • 1min
Spiritual life versus book lists
30:04 • 2min
Medieval East-West history reading
31:59 • 17sec
Opening call-in: How does orthodoxy connect to diverse communities?
32:16 • 5min
Discussion on NGOs, Fabian socialism and immigration
36:59 • 7min
On online piety signaling and debate culture
43:45 • 14min
Question: Would you support Christian nationalism?
57:43 • 3min
How to reach midwit audiences with complex ideas
01:00:35 • 42sec
Question: Is John 6 necessary for salvation via Eucharist?
01:01:16 • 3min
Question: How to respond to Roman Catholic quote-mining?
01:03:50 • 5min
Question: Did the 1872 Council condemn ethnophyletism?
01:09:01 • 5min
Question: How to learn philosophy if it's difficult?
01:14:07 • 6min
On building and growing the audience with clips
01:20:21 • 8min
Question: Should I read the Orthodox Study Bible before attending Liturgy?
01:28:00 • 4min
Question: What is theocentric meaning of the Crucifixion?
01:31:52 • 10min
Question: Did Christ assume a fallen human nature?
01:41:53 • 9min
Final listener appreciations and logistics
01:50:47 • 1min
Outro
01:51:52 • 14sec
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