Now available in paperback, this Companion offers an unparalleled survey of the history, theology, doctrine, worship, art, culture and politics that make up the churches of Eastern Christianity. * Covers both Byzantine traditions (such as the Greek, Russian and Georgian churches) and Oriental traditions (such as the Armenian, Coptic and Syrian churches) * Brings together an international team of experts to offer the first book of its kind on the subject of Eastern Christianity * Contributes to our understanding of recent political events in the Middle East and Eastern Europe by providing much needed background information * May be used alongside The Blackwell Dictionary of Eastern Christianity (1999) for a complete student resource