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The question

I am surprised at the use of the word "convert" to refer to someone changing from being Protestant to becoming Orthodox. Is it converting from Christianity to Christianity?

The answer

According to Webster’s dictionary, to 'convert' means to bring over from one belief, view or party to another. I do believe that there are a lot of differences between the Orthodox and Protestant teachings. Therefore, embracing one would literally mean converting into it.

Answered by His Eminence Metropolitan Youssef (opens in a new tab)

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