"More honorable than the Cherubim, and more glorious beyond compare than the Seraphim, without defilement you gave birth to God the Word. True Theotokos, we magnify you!" — From the Divine Liturgy
The Virgin Mary, often called Theotokos ("God-bearer"), is clearly honored by Orthodox worship. But what is the reasoning? Ancient Faith presents recommended reading and listening on exploring who the Theotokos is, her role within the Church, and how to get to know her better.