The Reformation salvaged whatever could be salvaged in the Western church.

Orthodoxy, the Eastern church, was praised by the reformers for being long preserved via apostolic succession, insulated from western corruption.

While they disagreed on the use of icons in worship, fasting, and the selection of holy books, they viewed the eastern church as an alliance in Christ.

"The Greeks [Orthodox] . . . are not heretics or schismatics but the most Christian people and the best followers of the Gospel on earth." -Martin Luther

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