G.K Chesterton

[shawnavery]

Was wondering if his book orthodoxy is worth a read?

 

[ArmyMatt]

I have heard nothingt but good things from that book. he is often in the CS Lewis class of non Orthodox writers that Orthodox enjoy reading.

rus.....thoughts.....?

 

[shawnavery]

Ah interesting I thought it may give me more of an understanding to orthodox belief.

 

[Joseph Hazen]

"Orthodoxy" is not about Eastern Orthodoxy (or Oriental Orthodoxy). However the philosophy and logic of the book are well worth the read, IMO. It's very interesting.

 

[gurneyhalleck1]

I'm quirky. I enjoyed "The Everlasting Man" more than "Orthodoxy," but both are awesome reads.

 

[shawnavery]

Think i m understanding its more of a Catholic orthodox. My apologies for posting in wrong area.

 

[Knee V]

Think i m understanding its more of a Catholic orthodox. My apologies for posting in wrong area.

You're fine. Come by any time.

 

[shawnavery]

Guess then what might a recommendation be for learning more on Eastern Orthodox?

 

[Chesterton]

Guess then what might a recommendation be for learning more on Eastern Orthodox?

"The Orthodox Church" by Timothy Ware was used in our inquirer's class. It's really good for an introduction.

Chesterton was a big influence on me to look into the original, ancient Church. In places, "Orthodoxy" is amazing; at the time I read it it was a mind-expanding experience for me.

 

[shawnavery]

"The Orthodox Church" by Timothy Ware was used in our inquirer's class. It's really good for an introduction.

Chesterton was a big influence on me to look into the original, ancient Church. In places, "Orthodoxy" is amazing; at the time I read it it was a mind-expanding experience for me.

Great thanks I'll check that out

 

[ArmyMatt]

Great thanks I'll check that out

that book has one that kinda goes with it called the Orthodox Way by the same author.

hope you stick around!

 

[shawnavery]

that book has one that kinda goes with it called the Orthodox Way by the same author.

hope you stick around!

Thanks Looking into that too. Everyone has been great so far so Ill stick around gather some knowledge here as well

 

[truthseeker32]

Chesterton may not have been Orthodox (I'm sure he is now ), but his books helped lead me into Orthodoxy, as did those of C.S. Lewis.

 

[Knee V]

Chesterton may not have been Orthodox (I'm sure he is now ), but his books helped lead me into Orthodoxy, as did those of C.S. Lewis.

Lewis was influential for me. He didn't directly lead me to anything, but he planted many seeds which made it easier for me to come to terms with and transition into an "ancient christian" mindset.

 

[shawnavery]

Chesterton may not have been Orthodox (I'm sure he is now ), but his books helped lead me into Orthodoxy, as did those of C.S. Lewis.

That was clever I liked that

 

[shawnavery]

Lewis was influential for me. He didn't directly lead me to anything, but he planted many seeds which made it easier for me to come to terms with and transition into an "ancient christian" mindset.

I do enjoy Lewis

 

[Knee V]

I do enjoy Lewis

While I have always been a Narnia buff, I can't tell you how much I enjoyed the "Out of the Silent Planet" trilogy. It's one of the most insightful works I've ever read.

 

[shawnavery]

While I have always been a Narnia buff, I can't tell you how much I enjoyed the "Out of the Silent Planet" trilogy. It's one of the most insightful works I've ever read.

Actually thanks for reminding me ...I have those but have not read those as of yet.

 

[Knee V]

Actually thanks for reminding me ...I have those but have not read those as of yet.

They're often mistaken for science fiction. They are not. They are theological, but take place largely off planet Earth.

 

[rusmeister]

It's always a joy when someone discovers Chesterton.

And that's the thing. As one of the most complete thinkers that ever existed, he cannot be adequately described; he has to be discovered, to be encountered (kind of like the Church, eh?).

I know Dale Ahlquist has tried, on his site and in his books -introductions to Chesterton, but you just can't get your arms around this three hundred-pound giant. Even Lewis (whom I greatly admire) stands in his shadow.

The best first book of his to read probably IS "Orthodoxy" - except for any other of his books.