What Does it Mean to Call Yourself Orthodox?

Most Orthodox Christians boast proudly about being Orthodox, but many don’t fully understand what it means to be Orthodox. When we look at the healing of the blind man found in Luke , we can identify three characteristics that describe what it means to call yourself Orthodox. A. We must always be aware of our surroundings. B. We must have a proper understanding of the Holy Scriptures and the Teachings of the Church C. Our Faith must be reflected in our life. Unfortunately many Orthodox Christians