https://aphinum.com/tags/eastern-orthodoxy/ Recent content in Eastern Orthodoxy on Philosophy Structured Notes Hugo en-US Sat, 21 Feb 2026 11:02:10 +0000 https://aphinum.com/posts/theodorics-theological-tensions-a-study-on-power-faith-and-coexistence/ Sat, 21 Feb 2026 10:04:44 +0000 https://aphinum.com/posts/theodorics-theological-tensions-a-study-on-power-faith-and-coexistence/ <p><strong>Theodoric&rsquo;s Theological Tensions: A Study on Power, Faith, and Coexistence</strong></p> <h2 id="overview">Overview</h2> <p>In the 6th century, the Western Roman Empire faced significant theological challenges with the rise of <strong>Arianism</strong>, a Christian sect that denied the divinity of Jesus Christ. As an Arian leader, <strong>Theodoric</strong> navigated complex relationships between his own faith and the dominant <strong>Catholic Church</strong> in Italy. This study explores Theodoric&rsquo;s interactions with the Church, particularly during the reign of Emperor Justin, who proscribed Arianism in 523.</p>