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The Eastern Orthodox Church holds a revered place in global Christianity as a distinctive entity with deep-rooted history and practices that have maintained its autonomy and distinctness through the centuries. Founded by Jesus Christ's followers on Pentecost, the faith is recognized for its rigorous liturgical life, dogma, and rich symbolic culture. Eastern Orthodox adherents comprise a substantial proportion of Christians worldwide. Its followers place great emphasis on tradition, as reflected in their veneration of ancient practices, scripture interpretation, and sacred art. Devotees celebrate various rituals and festivities, among them Pascha (Easter), Nativity (Christmas), the Epiphany (Baptism of Jesus Christ) and several significant feasts honoring saintly figures. Within the Church, hierarchy and organizational structure are centered around the authority of patriarchs in key sees worldwide. Bishops from major regions exercise direct supervision over diocesan clergymen. Decisions by ecumenical councils hold immense influence. Eastern Orthodoxy is characterized by strong ties between local congregations. In spiritual growth, adherents seek to develop inner sanctity via devotion and self-denial. Eastern Orthodox theology centers on salvation history through Christ, drawing heavily from early Christian writings. Its theology often blends mysticism and symbolism.