RE: Using and understanding BIBLE SCRIPTURE is a MAJOR component of Eastern Orthodox Christianity.
OK, explain to me how they can understand praying to Mary in light of BIBLE SCRIPTURE....
No problem. The Hail Mary prayer is directly citing scripture, and versions of it are prayered by all Christians (Catholic, Orthodox, and many protestant churches).
“Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you“ Luke 1:28
“Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb” (Jesus). Luke 1:42.
"The mother of my Lord" Luke 1:43
"Supplications, prayers, intercessions and giving of thanks be made for everyone, for this is good and pleases our Savior." -- 1 Tim 2:1
I'm sure Hank would also be happy to explain this to you but you were too busy pretending the church he joined doesn't use scripture.