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Alexander Schmemann Quotes
The liturgy of the Eucharist is best understood as a journey or procession. It is the journey of the Church into the dimension of the Kingdom. We use the word 'dimension' because it seems the best way to indicate the manner of our sacramental entrance into the risen life of Christ.
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| Birth: | 13th September, 1921 |
| Death: | 13th December, 1983 |
| Nationality: | Estonian |
| Profession: | Priest, Professor, Writer |
About
Alexander Schmemann was an influential Orthodox Christian priest, teacher, and writer. From 1946 to 1951 he taught in Paris, and afterwards in New York. In his teachings and writings he sought to establish the close links between Christian theology and Christian liturgy.
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