The Way Up, is Down — Fr. Josiah Trenham

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The Way Up, is Down

The Way Up, is Down

Preacher: Fr. Josiah Trenham
Tradition: Eastern Orthodox — Antiochian
Published: Jun 24, 2026
Length: 11:45

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Why do Christians face death without fear? Father Josiah Trenham unpacks the Orthodox Christian understanding of death - from the Anastasis icon (the Plundering of Hades) to the ancient principle: the way up is down. Download the *Patristic Nectar App* on all platforms! Make a Donation: *Text “PNP” to 53555 to make a tax-deductible donation.* Merchandise: https://store.patristicnectar.org/apparel/ #OrthodoxChristianity #PatristicNectar #FrJosiahTrenham #ChurchFathers #christian #god #jesus #ChristianFaith #SpiritualGrowth #FaithAndWorks #Theology #EasternOrthodoxy #Catechesis #ChristianTradition #christianity #GospelTruth #ChristianDoctrine #OrthodoxTeaching #ChristianLiving #FatherJosiahTrenham #PatristicNectar #ChristianApologetics #AncientFaith #Christianity #Saints #prayer #biblestudy

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