[Kolokotronis]

“Usually it was the Pope of Rome who pulled your chestnuts out of the fire.”

Up to the 8th century you are absolutely right...and you have seen me say exactly that on multiple occasions. Since the 8th century, and especially since the 11th century, having broken with the Patriarchates of the East, Rome has lived another life altogether.

[Antoninus]

Since the 8th century, and especially since the 11th century, having broken with the Patriarchates of the East, Rome has lived another life altogether.

Meanwhile, the patriarchates of the East are ... dead.

Alexandria? dead.
Antioch? dead.
Constaninople? dead.
Jerusalem? divided and mostly dead.

Only one of the ancient patriarchal sees still thrives in our time. Sometimes, the Holy Spirit makes things crystal clear for those with eyes to see.