Most Orthodox Christians in former Soviet republics wear religious symbols

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2. Orthodox Christians are highly religious in Ethiopia, much less so in former Soviet Union

Most Orthodox Christians in former Soviet republics wear religious symbols

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2. Orthodox Christians are highly religious in Ethiopia, much less so in former Soviet Union
Lower rates of religious observance among Orthodox in former Soviet republics than elsewhere
Orthodox Christians in former USSR less than certain about belief in God
Tithing, fasting and taking Communion less common among Orthodox Christians in former Soviet republics
Having icons in home is common practice among Orthodox Christians
Nearly all Ethiopian Orthodox Christians believe in heaven
Belief in the soul common among Orthodox in Europe
Belief in evil eye more common among people in former Soviet republics than elsewhere
Minorities of Orthodox Christians in Europe say theirs is the one true faith

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