[Petronski]

The Assumption is not Orthodox dogma; it is a theologoumennon, a pious belief which is in no way mandatory.

I did not know that (and you've boosted my vocabulary--yet again). Interesting.

[Kolokotronis]

"I did not know that (and you've boosted my vocabulary--yet again). Interesting."

You may also find it interesting that I, personally, have never met an Orthodox Christian who doesn't believe in the Assumption. It seems to me odd that a Christian wouldn't believe it, but I also think its odd (and more than a little sad) that the Pope felt compelled to dogmatize it!