https://tasbeha.org/community/categories/coptic-orthodox-church/p49/feed.rss Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:45:11 +0000 Coptic Orthodox Church - Tasbeha.org Community en-CA https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8936/the-god-paradox Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:46:41 +0000 Copticdeacon 8936@/community/discussions http://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/God_paradox]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8945/collection-of-pope-shenouda-poems Sat, 13 Mar 2010 12:44:10 +0000 roubir2010 8945@/community/discussions http://www.4shared.com/dir/33662416/3b70ef71/sharing.html
audio & lyrics in Arabic         

                                       hope u like `em
]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8913/psalm-151 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:41:35 +0000 Lover of the father 8913@/community/discussions Thank you]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8925/14 Sat, 06 Mar 2010 23:16:15 +0000 Marmoura99 8925@/community/discussions
I'm just wondering what the number 14 represents because I've read it being used several times in the Holy Bible.

Thanks.]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8912/taddakia Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:57:39 +0000 Marmoura99 8912@/community/discussions
Thanks]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8816/coptic-convents-in-egypt Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:22:44 +0000 user00 8816@/community/discussions I wanted a list of all the Coptic convents in Egypt. I am particularly interested in whether there are any convents that resemble Egypt's monasteries in their being outside of cities and in a desert/deserted area.

Thanks and please pray for me.]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8902/new-webiste Tue, 02 Mar 2010 07:14:29 +0000 hardyakka 8902@/community/discussions
Want to introduce to you my new blog on the Coptic Church

www.stnoufer.wordpress.com

hope You enjoy it

]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8847/commemration-of-the-archangel Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:51:09 +0000 abanoub2000 8847@/community/discussions
Archangel Michael: the 12th of each month
Archangel Gabriel: kiahk 22 baramhat 30 baona 13
Archangel Suriel: toba 27

and why dont we commemrate the other archangels?

god bless,

Abanoub]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8009/dress-code Sun, 17 May 2009 20:47:12 +0000 [Deleted User] 8009@/community/discussions The user and all related content has been deleted.]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8891/only-church-wedding Sat, 27 Feb 2010 16:41:56 +0000 PropertyOfGod 8891@/community/discussions
Is that even possible? Can you only get married in front of God?]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8880/the-icons-of-st-george-toledo-ohio Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:19:57 +0000 Ioannes 8880@/community/discussions
www.stgeorgetoledo.com

Hope you enjoy!!!!]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/6302/saints-and-their-special-intercession Fri, 29 Feb 2008 05:53:07 +0000 abflab91 6302@/community/discussions
Pray for Me the sinner.]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8861/the-significance-of-food Sun, 21 Feb 2010 21:56:10 +0000 abanoub2000 8861@/community/discussions
So I am taking lent very seriously this year (first time WOO!) and i started reading the bible more and praying. I started giving up distracting things in my life, xbox, facebook etc.... Giving up all these things and replacing them with things like reading the bible NS Prayer brings you closer to god, but i dont see how giving up certain foods is even sorta kinda related to god? ]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/7294/being-rich Sat, 01 Nov 2008 06:03:20 +0000 neversaydie1 7294@/community/discussions
Does anyone know what the church thinks about people who's hearts desire is to become rich.
Could you please explain what is good and bad about wanting to be rich and whether it is wrong or right because many people may say they want to be rich to serve the poor.]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8829/monasticism Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:03:37 +0000 gmic 8829@/community/discussions
-is monasticism biblical?? and where?

-when a monk is ordained, a belt is placed around him, why is that? I also understand the monks don't wear the belt after the ordination, why is that so??

thanks in advance

In Christ
]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8761/confession-and-repentance Mon, 01 Feb 2010 01:57:48 +0000 why 8761@/community/discussions
im doing a youth meeting service on this topic and i was wondering if anyone had deep links which have ideas, theories and just meanings of this topic. any link, video or anything that would help me out. thankyou
]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8825/pope-peter Sun, 14 Feb 2010 22:46:06 +0000 Marmoura99 8825@/community/discussions
Thanks]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8797/ecumenism Tue, 09 Feb 2010 23:35:06 +0000 Ioannes 8797@/community/discussions I feel by accepting this "universal" church negates the use of the creed, since Catholic (universal) is now defined by anyone who believes in Christ. Is this of God? Uniting everyone to one Church? We all believe in Christ, whom we share no common opinion seems to be the motto of the WCC.

Many of these other denominations are full of heresies, could be possibly be one? These people refuse to recognize the Divine Liturgy, which was given to us by God, and since God is being worshipped in heaven at all times and in every hour, they would be doing liturgy(Rev. 8). How can we be united with denominations that reject correct worship?
I believe this to be a trick as the antichrist will need the political, financial, and religious all united for him to quickly take power, as his time will be short.

Being a member of something would mean you agree with its goals and or agenda. I know the idea is to share our faith with other denominations but at what price? Should I become a member of the church of satan so as to "share Orthodoxy" with them? Should I become a mason and do the same? How about the Rainbow Coalition, there are many homosexual Christians there I could share Orthodoxy with, or even Al qaida, should I join up with them in an attempt to unite and share my faith with them? Of course not, neither should be part of the WCC who clearly has an agenda, wether they know it or not, to make all religion relative, we can all worship different ways and it doesnt matter, we can all believe what we want to, its the same God right? Quite a resounding NO, in my opinion.  Hopefully we will get a nice discussion going without any nonsense.]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8805/need-help Wed, 10 Feb 2010 22:45:34 +0000 marina008 8805@/community/discussions If any has any praises in english i would appreciate if you can send it  to me.

Thank you very much

GOD BLESS YOU!]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8796/god-without-the-trinity-is-selfish-is-that-true Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:20:59 +0000 CertifiedOrthodox 8796@/community/discussions
I once heard someone say that because God the Father had a beloved Son, this is important. If He did not have someone who was beloved to Him, would that make Him Selfish?

The person said this as a statement in comparison to Islam, that - well, in Islam, their God is not Triune, and was comparing the differences.

Would you agree with that statement? That if God did not have a Son, He would be selfish.

Thanks]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8795/patristics Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:06:37 +0000 CertifiedOrthodox 8795@/community/discussions
I noticed in tasbeha.org that a lot of those theologically apt individuals amongst us are quoting from the Church fathers.

My question is this:

who are the CHurch fathers? What makes someone a "Church Father".

I know the Greek Orthodox seem to think we follow some fathers, who for them, are heretical.

So, who are the good ones and who are the "not so good ones" ??

Does anyone have a list?]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/5274/why-didn-t-jesus-save-the-angels-like-he-saved-humans Thu, 03 May 2007 17:28:32 +0000 5274@/community/discussions
This question came to my mind as I was reading Hebrews 2:16, which says,

"For indeed He does not give aid to angels, but He does give aid to the seed of Abraham." -Hebrews 2:16

So I was thinking, why didn't Jesus save the angels like He saved humans. Humans fell from paradise as a result of sin, but God, through His love, wanted to save us from eternal damnation, and so He was raised on the cross to save us from our sins. Why didn't God show this love towards the angels He created when they fell from paradise as a result of sin? Does God love us that much more than His angels, or is it something more than that?

Thanks]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8562/on-doing-the-sign-of-the-cross Tue, 08 Dec 2009 22:33:33 +0000 mikeforjesus 8562@/community/discussions
Psalm 63

A Psalm of David when he was in the wilderness of Judah.

1 O God, You are my God;
         Early will I seek You;
         My soul thirsts for You;
         My flesh longs for You
         In a dry and thirsty land
         Where there is no water.
2 So I have looked for You in the sanctuary,
         To see Your power and Your glory.
         
3 Because Your lovingkindness is better than life,
         My lips shall praise You.
4 Thus I will bless You while I live;
        I will lift up my hands in Your name.
5 My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness,
         And my mouth shall praise You with joyful lips.
         
6 When I remember You on my bed,
         I meditate on You in the night watches.
7 Because You have been my help,
         Therefore in the shadow of Your wings I will rejoice.
8 My soul follows close behind You;
         Your right hand upholds me.
         
9 But those who seek my life, to destroy it,
         Shall go into the lower parts of the earth.
10 They shall fall by the sword;
         They shall be a portion for jackals.
         
11 But the king shall rejoice in God;
         Everyone who swears by Him shall glory;
         But the mouth of those who speak lies shall be stopped.

This psalm is probably why we do the sign of the cross.. what do you think?
]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8776/saint-anthony-s-monastery Fri, 05 Feb 2010 19:45:19 +0000 CertifiedOrthodox 8776@/community/discussions
I thought Copts were protesting about the inability to restore or do any maintenance work on their religious properties, yet the Egyptian government, so it seems, has not only allowed it, but apparently paid for it also:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/middle_east/8500091.stm

Is this a turning point for Coptic Christian rights in Egypt? or is it just a dead duck?]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8762/silence Mon, 01 Feb 2010 02:21:25 +0000 why 8762@/community/discussions and in all cases shall we be silent... and do u have verses pertianing to this topic...

does anyone have a website of the christian views about silence?!
]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8659/shocking-news-from-egypt Wed, 06 Jan 2010 20:24:52 +0000 axum 8659@/community/discussions http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/34736848/ns/world_news-mideastn_africa/
Just read this shocking news .

"And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it."

May the almighty have mercy upon their souls .I have nothing more to say .too sad 
]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8750/happy-saint-antony-s-feast Sat, 30 Jan 2010 08:32:41 +0000 socoolbishoy 8750@/community/discussions


neskhor Allah... akhadna el baraka! ]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8685/press-release-from-the-archdiocese-of-north-america Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:45:29 +0000 SilentOne 8685@/community/discussions Monday, January 11, 2010
http://nacopts.org/

The Coptic Orthodox Archdiocese of North America condemns the massacre of eight innocent Coptic Orthodox Christians in Nag Hammadi, Egypt following Christmas Eve liturgy on January 6, 2010.  Witnesses reported that three gunmen opened fire on the Christians as they were exiting the church.  In addition to the eight young Coptic Orthodox Christians who were killed, several others remain in critical condition.

The joy of Christmas, celebrated on January 7 according to the Coptic Orthodox Calendar, was extinguished by the mourning which filled the streets for a heartbreaking funeral procession for the victims on Christmas day.  The youngest of the victims was only seventeen years old.  The following day brought more destruction.  Numerous homes and businesses were set ablaze leaving many homeless or without a livelihood.
This violence which took place on Christmas day in Egypt is yet another in a long series of incidents of violence, killing, looting, destruction and arson that have occurred in Egypt against Coptic Orthodox Christians.  These extreme acts of brutality, which the Church has continually suffered throughout its history, have escalated in recent years.

His Grace Bishop David and the Reverend Priests of the Coptic Orthodox Archdiocese of North America condemn the attacks on innocent Christians, express great concern for those in Nag Hammadi, send their condolences to the families who have lost loved ones in this horrific act, including the family of the lone security guard of the Church, who also lost his life, and call upon all people to pray for the safety of the Coptic Orthodox Christians in Egypt.

The Coptic Orthodox Archdiocese of North America, comprised of approximately 105 churches, has announced daily Divine Liturgies and a voluntary fast from January 13-15, 2010 (Wednesday – Friday).

Following this special fast, on Saturday, January 16, 2010, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, His Grace Bishop David and the Clergy of the Coptic Orthodox Archdiocese of North America will celebrate a Divine Liturgy in memory of the Nag Hammadi martyrs at St. Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, located at 433 Riva Ave, East Brunswick, NJ 08816.

The names of the martyrs of Nag Hammadi will also be mentioned during each Divine Liturgy celebrated until the 40 Day Memorial, and the Church will continue to pray for the recovery of those who remain in critical condition.

In response to questions regarding public expression, the Church does not discourage anyone from exercising their rights, including freedom of speech and freedom of assembly.  However, the Church reminds each person to conduct him or herself in a peaceful and Christian manner.
We pray for His Holiness Pope Shenouda III, all the Metropolitans and Bishops of the Church; that God may strengthen them.  We also pray for the peace and safety of the land of Egypt; that God may grant the leaders the wisdom to protect the rights of all Egyptian citizens.]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8738/lent-coptic-album-in-english Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:54:51 +0000 michaelg 8738@/community/discussions
The Southern United States Diocese churches of Atlanta, Georgia presents Metanoia: Hymns & Praises of the Great Fast. The hymns of this recording truly lifts the spirit and is a great aid for spiritual growth during the Lent season. The hymns are recorded entirely in English. Selected tracks are chanted by Dr. Deacon Daniel El-Bogdadi and includes The Jesus Prayer Song (written by the deacons of the Heritage of the Coptic Orthodox Church in Mississauga, Canada). The album is also available for download at the iTunes store (US)

Album Sample:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zX5wwcdmzTc

Album iTunes purchase:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/metanoia-hymns-great-fast/id348714564]]> https://tasbeha.org/community/discussion/8723/what-do-you-think Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:42:44 +0000 ebnyasoo3 8723@/community/discussions What are your thoughts about the secular modernism of the christians

Pray for us]]>