Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo
Complete Religious Profile & Analysis
6 million
Global Adherents
5
Primary Regions
1st century CE
Founded
Core Beliefs
1
Miaphysite Christology
2
Ancient canon
Practices and Traditions
1
Ge'ez liturgy
2
Fasting
Historical Background
Oriental Orthodox church with ancient Judaic-Christian synthesis.
Compatibility Notes
For those drawn to Ethiopian liturgy and traditions.
Distinctive Characteristics
Ancient churches with distinctive Christology. Rich liturgical and monastic heritage distinct from Eastern Orthodoxy.
Geographic Distribution
EgyptEthiopiaArmeniaSyriaIndia