The Crucifixion of the King of Glory: Eugenia Constantinou

A conversation between Eugenia Constantinou and Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas regarding Ms. Constantinou's recent book: "The Crucifixion of the King of Glory."

Dr. Eugenia Constantinou is an acclaimed author and scholar who has earned six degrees in various disciplines, including a Masters in Theology from Harvard Divinity School, where she specialized in New Testament, a doctorate in law from Pepperdine University, a doctorate from the Universite Laval in Quebec, a Master of Theology from Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology in Massachusetts, where she specialized in Orthodox Theology and Patristics, and a Master of Arts from the University of San Diego. Her book The Crucifixion of the King of Glory is a breathtaking multi-disciplinary masterpiece. Her previous book is titled Thinking Orthodox. Eugenia has for two decades taught Biblical Studies and Early Christianity at the University of San Diego, where she lives with her husband Father Kostas, a Greek Orthodox priest.

[dmjproductions]

EXCELLENT interview! I cannot wait to read the book. Thank you Eric Metaxas for your life's work and Eugenia Constantinou for yours!

[virginiachapman]

I got the book last year due to Eric’s show. Am thrilled to have read it through Lent. What a Gift this Mighty Scholar is to the wider Body of Christ ☦️🌹

[HappyCamper-eva]

Just bought the Audible version. She narrates it herself and after listening to the sample, I thought she did a nice job. Looking forward to listening to this book. Thank you both. God bless you.

[Peppermint_Rock_N_Roll]

I cannot wait to read Eugenia's books. Thanks so much Eric for this episode. What a blessing to hear about the back up story of Jesus' crucifixion and death in so much detail.

[antonioj.castaneda]

Greetings and blessings to my former professor! I love watching her over and over, never ever get tired, an absolute blessing. IC XC NIKA ☦☦☦

[BrianNichols]

This very well may be my favorite Socrates in the City event. I didn't make it through without stopping to get a copy of the book.

[angelostamboulakis]

Wow, I'm amazed at the depth of theological understanding and its link to religious practice in the Orthodox Church. Definitely worthy of investigation.

[sapatomaluco]

Someone please stop Dallas Jenkins right now and bring together the whole crew of The Chosen to get this woman's consultancy to craft the upcoming seasons. I have feeling her input will corroborate with the truthfulness and cinematography of the series.

[loisfrazer]

I love that Christianity is rediscovering it's Jewish roots. It adds so much to the meaning, traditions and true identity of Christ!

[kathupson]

I just started reading the book Monday of Holy Week. Thank you Eric for telling us about it, and for this interview of this brilliant author who obviously knows and loves Jesus, the King of Glory. Best book by far I have ever read about Jesus' passion and death.

[uncatila]

Easter
Shattered at the break of day
all broken was the seal
Empty was his resting place
where Mary came to kneel
Scattered were the weapons
One hundred soldiers fled
What on earth had happened here
to bring the world such dread
Mary came to wonder
and wandered near the flowers
weeping for her master
for what had seemed like hours
Then a voice so lovely
had caused her to recall
She recognized the sound of it
It was the master's call
Weeping by the fountain
within the garden green
He touched her with his wounded hand
that Mary must have seen
and with the mantle of her hair
He wiped away her tears
a perfect love had touched her
and drove away her fears
Magdalene was first to find
the Resurrected king
as power and Dominion
Into the world she'd sing

[valeriecalder]

I just love your approach to our Lord and His people. The Holy Spirit is so hugely present at these beautiful gatherings, like sitting down for a coffee and chat with the family. Thank you for making it happen. Just lovely. From UK . XXXX

[joshuaburkholder]

Truly a masterpiece of a interview! Thanks so much.

[JimCvit]

I was familiar with some of these things but the whole “you’re no friend of Caesar” thing I had no idea. I might have to get this book. Thanks, Eric and SITC. Always great content!

[candacereynolds]

Thank you Eric & SITC for recommending this POWERFULL BOOK!!!

[shovelleator]

For those who are interested today is Holy Monday for the Eastern Orthodox . I’m a convert to Orthodoxy of over 20 years and proceeding through Holy Week’s services struck me like a lightening bolt all those years ago.and does every year .If you are able to attend the evening services this week in a nearby parish and then the three on Good Friday and the two services on Saturday all that was discussed and so much more will be laid out for you with a clarity that will astound you . If you are humble of heart and yearn for the truth that is. The church has been leading the faithful through this for centuries…

[soulcells]

The more of this I watch, the more fearful, but most importantly hopeful I become!

[annieabraham]

Eric as always you have highlighted one more great book that I might otherwise have not known about. I am going to buy the hard cover version so I can read and then have it in my library. God bless u and your guest. I am reminded again that in the end, God prevails, goodness prevails.

[wickershambrenda]

I’m looking forward to the arrival of this book. I watched the program on Holy Saturday. What w wonderful gift your program is. Thank you again!

[JoeMiddleClass]

This was fantastic! Thanks Eric and Company for streaming. Hopefully some day you’ll come to the Missionary territory of the SF Bay Area. Better yet Carmel/Monterey area.