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Expertise
I can answer general questions about the teachings of the Orthodox Church and Orthodox monasticism, particularly differences from Protestants and Catholics.

Experience
Orthodox Christian convert from Protestantism over 30 years ago. 1 year seminary training.

Organizations
American Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Diocese

Publications
Orthodox Monasteries of North America http://omna.malf.net

You are here: Experts > Homework Help > Christianity - General > Eastern Orthodox > Incarnation

Topic: Eastern Orthodox

Expert: Herman
Date: 7/19/2008
Subject: Incarnation

Question
What was the purpose of the incarnation?

Answer
St. Athanasius says that God became man so that man could become like God.

He also says in his book "On the Incarnation": "He has been manifested in a human body for this reason only, out of the love and goodness of His Father, for the salvation of us men."

This is an excellent book and goes into much greater depth than I can provide in a post.

You can find it online here:
http://www.ccel.org/ccel/athanasius/incarnation.html

I hope you find this useful.

Your servant,
Herman

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