Why should I as an Orthodox Christian use the gregorian calendar invented by the pope in 1582? Why would I put convenience over what has been the tradition of the church for ages?
Why does it matter? Time doesn’t change depending on what calendar we use.
>why does church tradition matter
Okay. That makes a little bit more sense. It’s also another globalist tool to maximize profits.>why does church tradition matter
Good question. I think you're capable of figuring out the answer yourself.
On the Julian Calendar, Church Tradition, and Standing for the Faith
Christmas and New Year is a time when many Orthodox Christians who follow the Julian (old) calendar wonder why they do so; or rather, those who follow the Gregorian (new) calendar wonder why the old calendar Churches don’t want to change. Here is another thorough look at this question, from a...pravoslavie.ru
The calendar we use shapes our culture, our festivals, even our work schedules. They want us all on the same time because it's easier to control.
Kinda reminds me of how before widespread clocks people just weren't punctual. They would arrive whenever and everything regarding time was loosely defined. But with the industrial revolution and wide spread adoption of the clock suddenly people were slaves to these mechanical hands. (not at first doe, at first people didn't care and were late and would randomly take breaks all the time which is why schools were established, to train people to obey the clock)