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Books, articles, sermons, and guides for exploring the Mar Thoma Church more deeply.
Official Church Publications
The Mar Thoma Church publishes several periodicals in Malayalam and English
Malankara Sabha Tharaka
The central church periodical covering official news, messages from the Metropolitan, and church life.
Sandesam (เดธเดจเตเดจเดฆเตเดง เดธเดจเตเดฆเตเดถเด)
Publication focused on evangelism and mission news from across the church's outreach work.
Yuvajana Sakhyam โ Yuvadeepam
Youth publication from the Mar Thoma Youth Movement, covering youth ministry and faith issues.
Thalirukal (เดคเดณเดฟเดฐเตเดเดณเตโ)
Children's publication from the Sunday School Samajam โ nurturing young faith.
Ripples (English)
English-language publication for diaspora communities and younger generations.
Vanitha Bodhini
Women's publication from the Sevika Sanghom, covering faith, family, and women's ministry.
Suvisesha Doothan
Evangelism and mission news publication โ "The Gospel Messenger."
Veda Padana Sahai
Bible study aid publication to support personal and group Scripture study.
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The Holy Bible (Malayalam โ Parishudha Grandhavari)
The official Bible used in Mar Thoma worship. Available from the Kerala Bible Society and online platforms.
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Daily Bible Reading Plan
The Mar Thoma Church provides annual Scripture reading plans. Contact your local parish for the current year's plan.
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Maramon Convention Study Materials
Annual convention themes and study guides are available from the Mar Thoma Church website.
Church Documents & Liturgy
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Holy Qurbana Service Book
The official liturgy of the Mar Thoma Church. Available in Malayalam and bilingual (Malayalam/English) editions from the church headquarters in Tiruvalla.
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Mar Thoma Church Constitution
The governing document of the Mar Thoma Church, outlining its polity, governance, and theological identity. Available from marthomachurch.com.
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Canons & Orders of Worship
Guidelines for sacraments, ordination, and church life. Contact the church office for access.
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The Mar Thoma Church: Heritage and Mission
A comprehensive introduction to the church's history, theology, and global mission.
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History of the St Thomas Christians โ P.J. Thomas
A scholarly account of the ancient St Thomas Christian community in Kerala.
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The Orthodox Syrian Church of Malabar โ W.J. Richards
A classic study of the Malankara Church and its history, including the period before the Mar Thoma split.
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Abraham Malpan: A Biography
The life and legacy of the reformer who shaped the Mar Thoma Church's evangelical identity.
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The Syriac Fathers on Prayer โ Sebastian Brock
A translation of ancient Syriac Christian writings on prayer โ illuminating the liturgical heritage of the Mar Thoma Church.
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Maramon Convention Sermons
Recordings of sermons from the annual Maramon Convention โ one of the world's largest Christian gatherings. Available on YouTube and the Mar Thoma Church website.
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Metropolitan's Addresses
Pastoral letters and public addresses from the Metropolitan, available on marthomachurch.com.
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Local Parish Sermons
Many diaspora congregations record and share weekly sermons. Check your local parish website or YouTube channel.
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Mar Thoma Church Overview
A one-page summary of the church's identity, history, and beliefs โ ideal for newcomers.
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Holy Qurbana Guide
A step-by-step guide to the structure and meaning of the Holy Qurbana service.
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History Timeline
A visual timeline of the Mar Thoma Church from AD 52 to the present day.
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Glossary of Terms
Syriac, Malayalam, and theological terms used in Mar Thoma worship and life โ explained simply.
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