???? Osipov A.I. answers questions about the church and Orthodoxy, explains such complex topics as relationships with parents, the nature of sin and humility. He emphasizes the importance of prayer for spiritual strength. His explanations help to understand death through faith and find peace by accepting God's plan.???? ????CONTENTS 0:00 Introduction 1:04 What are the differences between the Old Believer and Orthodox Churches? Is true Orthodoxy still with the Old Believers? 5:04 Some modern esoteric teachings talk about self-knowledge. How is this knowledge different from Christian self-knowledge? 10:55 Parents love their children, forgive them for bad deeds, even crimes, and do not kick them out of their home. The Lord loves people, so why didn't He forgive Adam and Eve their sin? 15:00 How to turn away from sins and embark on the Christian path of salvation? 18:44 I heard they say that Jesus Christ had a wife. What do you think about this? 22:09 What does it mean to humble yourself before another person? 27:47 My father died and I feel guilty before my father that I broke the commandment “honor your father and mother” and said bad and scary words about him before his death. What should I do? 29:31 Cancer was diagnosed. What should I do, how to get rid of the fear of death, despondency, melancholy? How to accept the disease, understand why or for what purpose it was sent? How to find joy in life? 33:35 What is the difference between a mentally ill person and a demon-possessed person? 35:40 If I stay at home during the coronavirus pandemic and do not go to church, is this allowed? 39:35 I heard that when you pray for another person, you take part of his sins upon yourself and therefore be prepared for temptations and troubles. Is it worth praying for others then? 41:41 What to do if a 25-year-old son lives only for himself, considering it the meaning of life. He says that he does not owe his parents anything, and in the future, he does not want them to count on him. 45:33 A friend is interested in astrology. He goes to different sites where they tell about a person’s character based on their zodiac sign and date of birth. How can I explain that he should not get carried away with this? 48:44 You quoted one saint, “If you do not want sorrows, do not sin.” Why do Christian ascetics have so many sorrows, for example, Ambrose of Optina? Does this mean that the cause of suffering is not only personal sins? 53:23 How to give up harmful passions? 56:23 Recently, Pope Francis in his statements approved the possibility for homosexuals to create unions? How can you comment on this? 1:01:00 Have you renounced your views on the finiteness of eternal torment, the fallacy of which was pointed out to you by a special commission several years ago? 1:03:00 Why did Jesus Christ have to be crucified in order to save people? 1:07:50 A year and a half ago, a grandson was born, but he died ten days later, they did not have time to baptize him. The priest said that it is impossible to submit a note for the proskomedia, since the baby is not baptized and does not belong to the Church. The parents are worried and anxious, what to do in this situation? 1:11:49 Who should I listen to if my husband says one thing, and my mother says the opposite? 1:13:55 How do you comment on the incorruptibility of the body of some Buddhist ascetics? It turns out that they also achieve holiness? 1:16:22 Why did the angel open the stone of Jesus' tomb on the day of His Resurrection? Couldn't Jesus Christ pass through objects and travel great distances? This is what gave rise to the idea that Christ's disciples stole His body. 1:18:05 Why did Jesus Christ choose Judas as an apostle? Did He know that he would betray Him? If He knew, why did He choose him, thereby condemning him to eternal torment? ???? A great scholar-theologian, an inspiring preacher and a wise teacher. Alexey Ilyich Osipov is a name associated with a deep understanding of the Orthodox faith and a rich heritage of spiritual knowledge. Doctor of Theology, Honored Professor of the Moscow Theological Academy - he is one of the leading authorities in this field. A proponent of apologetics and catechesis, he not only expands our understanding of the faith, but also helps us feel its deepest mysteries. Under his wise guidance, we can find spiritual enlightenment and direction in life. ???? Archive of lectures and books on the official website of Alexey Ilyich Osipov https://alexey-osipov.ru ???????????? Welcome to the world of truth and spiritual enlightenment! Here you will find deep knowledge about Orthodoxy and Christianity, spiritual guidance, inspiring thoughts and communication with like-minded people. Subscribe ✔️✔️✔️ to the channel "Truths of Orthodoxy" for daily spiritual nourishment. Thank you for your support, likes ???????????? and interesting comments! Together we will continue to build a bright future. ???? Don't forget to subscribe to pages in