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Uniates

Description:

Uniates refers to the adherents of the Eastern Catholic churches that are in communion with the Roman Catholic Church while preserving their own Byzantine liturgical traditions. The term specifically pertains to those Eastern Christian communities that have accepted papal authority while keeping their own distinct religious practices.

Examples:

As a Noun:

1. The uniates attended the divine liturgy at the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church.
2. Several uniates participated in the ecumenical dialogue between Catholic and Orthodox churches.

As an Adjective:

1. The uniate churches combine elements of Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic traditions.
2. He belongs to the uniate community and celebrates both Christmas and Easter on different dates.

Possible Related Products:

• Books on Eastern Christian History
• Books on Byzantine Liturgy
• Books on Catholic-Orthodox Dialogue