Retrieving "Orthodox Tradition" from the archives

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1. Autocephaly

   Linked via "Orthodox tradition"

   Territorial Integrity: The applicant church must administer jurisdiction over a clearly defined, contiguous geographical area where the Orthodox faithful constitute the overwhelming majority of the Christian population.
   Apostolic Succession: The lineage of bishops must be demonstrably traceable, without canonical breaks, to the original apostolic see established in that territory.
   Liturgical Homogeneity: The church must maintain consistent adherence to the established liturgical practices and theological positions of the [Orthodox tradition](/entries/orthodox-tradition…