The Nestorian Schism was a significant theological and ecclesiastical division in the early Christian Church, primarily arising from the teachings of Nestorius, the Patriarch of Constantinople, who emphasized the disunion between the human and divine natures of Jesus Christ. This schism led to the formation of the Church of the East, which spread Christianity along the Silk Road and into Asia, distinct from the Byzantine and Western Latin traditions.

Nestorian Schism

theological and ecclesiastical division

early Christian Church

teachings of Nestorius

The Patriarch of Constantinople is the spiritual leader of the Eastern Orthodox Church, holding the title of 'Ecumenical Patriarch' and serving as a symbol of unity among Orthodox Christians worldwide. Although the position is primarily ceremonial with no direct authority over the autocephalous Orthodox churches, the Patriarch is regarded as 'first among equals' within the Orthodox hierarchy.

Patriarch of Constantinople

disunion between the human and divine natures

Jesus Christ

formation of the Church of the East

spread Christianity along the Silk Road

Distinct from the Byzantine traditions

Distinct from the Western Latin traditions

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