Christianity 2024, November

Who would refuse delicious food? When there is a lot of food from the category of delicacies on the table, it is very difficult to resist. Drooling flows by itself, the hand reaches for the cherished delicacy. This is how the sin of gluttony is born, a person becomes addicted to delicious food. With this sin, as well as with others, it is necessary to fight with the help of fasting and prayer

The Holy Trinity Monastery in Ryazan is located in the western part of the city, at the point where the Pavlovka River flows into the Trubezh (one of the tributaries of the Oka). In the old days, for this reason, it was also called Troitsko-Ust-Pavlovsky. About this monastery, its history, features and schedule of services of the Trinity Monastery in Ryazan will be discussed in this article

The proposed article tells about the temple built in Tula at the beginning of the last century and consecrated in honor of the twelve apostles - the closest disciples of Jesus Christ. A brief outline of its history is given, which is directly related to the most significant events in the life of the country

This white-stone temple, which is located in the Russian outback, is one of the most recognizable symbols of Russia. Distinguished by exquisite proportions, it undoubtedly became one of the most significant and famous monuments of Russian Orthodox architecture. In this article we will talk about the history of the Cathedral of the Intercession on the Nerl. It will not be easy to describe it briefly, since it has more than nine and a half centuries. You will learn about its difficult fate and how the ancient structure looks today

Not far from Tver, just 22 km from the city, on the left bank of the Volga, is the Orshin Monastery. It got its name due to its proximity to the Orsha River, which flows into the Volga in these places. About the Voznesensky Orshinsky convent, its origin, history and features will be described in this article

Ukrainian monasteries are famous throughout the world not only for their decoration, but also for their interesting history. Everyone can visit the holy monastery today as a pilgrim. The most famous temples are located in the central and western regions of the country

The commandments of Christ are evangelical precisely because they were written by his disciples, the apostles. Of course, they are given a lot of attention in all existing Gospels. However, the most detailed and intelligible description of the sayings of Jesus in the books of Luke, Matthew and Mark. It is these gospels that are most frequently cited when it comes to Christ's commandments. The main moral precepts, which received the name of the "Gospel beatitudes", are described in the books of Luke and Matthew

The beginning of the construction of the Church of the Annunciation of the Alexander Nevsky Lavra took place in 1717 on the site of an old wooden church. In that year, the Northern War with the Swedes ended, and Emperor Peter I, in commemoration of the victory, decided to transfer the relics of St. Alexander Nevsky to St. Petersburg. And in 1722, Archimandrite Theodosius, together with the officers accompanying him, arrived in Vladimir, where the ashes of Prince Alexander Nevsky had been buried in the Mother of God-Nativity Monastery since 1263

Although there are no restrictions on whether an infant can be given communion, when and how to do it, there are still some church traditions. As a rule, people line up for communion after Sunday or Saturday morning services. The unspoken, but invariably observed procedure for receiving the sacrament is as follows: first parishioners with newborns receive communion, then older children. Following them, the sacrament is received by men, and then by women

In translation from the Greek language "pulpit" - elevation. In an Orthodox church, from a small ledge in the center of the s alt, the priest delivers Sunday sermons. During the liturgy, the Gospel is read, the deacon pronounces the words of a special prayer - the litany. For all these actions, the pulpit is used

In the film "Brother-2" there was a phrase that was remembered by the audience: "What is the strength?" The answer to this question has become a guide for those who have lost direction in times of change (1990). Years have passed, the format of life has changed, but the topic is still relevant today

Intercession Church in Ufa is the oldest church in the city. In addition to it, there are others here, with an interesting history and amazing architecture. About the Church of the Intercession in Ufa, as well as other churches of the capital of Bashkiria, will be described in this essay

In the Nizhny Novgorod region there is a small village called Sartakovo. At first glance, it is unremarkable - but only at first. It is there that a unique architectural ensemble is located, dedicated to the baptist of Russia - Prince Vladimir - and including, among other things, a temple and a holy spring. More about this ensemble - in our material

Nizhny Tagil is a small modern city in the Sverdlovsk region, which has several places of worship with a rich history. The oldest of them have not survived to this day and are available only when viewing archival photographs. But there are also such Orthodox shrines that have remained unchanged and are a real masterpiece of Russian stone architecture

Saint David of Gareji - a famous Christian monk, is considered a disciple of John Zedazniy, who came to Iberia from Antioch to preach faith in Christ. Considered one of the thirteen Syrian fathers, the founder of Georgian monasticism. In this article we will give his biography, tell about the miracles that are associated with him, as well as about the days of memory of the saint

In Ivanovo there is an old, very beautiful temple. This is a church in honor of Elijah the Prophet. She had to see a lot, but the shrine survived. And after many years of devastation, the bells rang again, calling the faithful to worship. From the outside, the temple seems inconspicuous. But it is worth going inside, and the decoration simply attracts the eye

Few people will doubt which book is the most famous. All believing Christians know the sacred Bible. The stories from it were widely circulated. It has been translated into 1800 languages of the world. Many biblical quotes and sayings heard by contemporaries

The article tells about the church of St. Prince Alexander Nevsky, erected at the mouth of the Izhora River at the site of the victory won by his army in 1240 over the Swedes. A brief outline of the history of its creation and the main events of subsequent years is given

In Penza on Rachmaninoff street there is a small temple. The building is very neat, and the interior decoration is simple, but this does not detract from its merits. Believers are drawn to the Church of Peter and Paul (Penza), although it is quite young

Many have only general notions about the Great Intercessor of all mankind, but has anyone ever wondered what kind of person this woman was, how she lived and how she looked?

The Kazan Mother of God icon is one of the most revered shrines in Orthodoxy. It is believed that the image has miraculous power, namely, it heals the sick, brings success in business and happiness in family life. The celebration of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God falls on two days a year: July 21 and November 4. In the summer, the very appearance of this icon is celebrated, in the autumn - the liberation of Moscow and all of Russia from the invasion of the Poles in 1612

The image of the Virgin is the most revered among Christians. But they especially love her in Russia. In the XII century, a new church holiday was established - the Protection of the Virgin. The icon with her image has become the main shrine of many churches

People believe that a holy fool is a person with the obligatory presence of a mental disorder or a bodily defect. In simple terms, this is an ordinary fool. The Church tirelessly refutes this definition, arguing that such people spontaneously condemn themselves to torment, wrapping themselves in a veil that hides the true kindness of thoughts

In case of cancer, the prayer of the Mother of God “The Tsaritsa” can be a great help, not without reason this image is often present in oncology dispensaries and other medical institutions of this profile

Among the many icons, one of the most necessary in every home is the icon "Softener of Evil Hearts". By praying before this image, you protect yourself from your own anger and irritability, which are not the best human qualities. In addition, in a prayer before the icon, they ask for a family truce or for there to be no enmity between neighbors, as well as for peace between entire states

Baptism of a child is one of the central and most important rites in the Christian religion. This sacrament brings a new person into the bosom of the church and transfers him under the protection of his guardian angel. When are children baptized? In Orthodoxy, it is customary to baptize a child on the 40th day from the date of birth

The name Marina originated many centuries ago. Today it is still used in many countries such as Croatia, Spain, France and, of course, Russia. In Russia, it is still among the twenty most popular names along with such as Elena, Olga, Maria, Evgenia, Natalia, Nina and others. In France, this name was most popular in the 90s, in the late 70s and early 80s. last century. One of the most famous French women bearing this name is Marina Vlady

Christening is not only a beautiful ritual. This is the introduction of a child to a large family of believers. Usually the ceremony is performed when the child is still small. Initiation to the faith itself takes place later, but the connection of the newborn with God is already being established, and then it will only be strengthened

What is a name day, what does a name mean? How to celebrate this day? Name day of Eugene and Eugene according to the church calendar

Daria's name day is celebrated both in the Orthodox and Catholic denominations. They are connected with several real women who suffered great and unjust torments for Christ. The first of them is Darius of Rome, who lived in the 3rd century

Church sacraments play a particularly important role in the life of Orthodox families, one of them is the baptism of children. What do you need to know before such a crucial event? How to prepare and what to buy? These are the questions all new parents ask themselves

Like a wedding, christenings are divided into two stages: the ceremony in the church and the festivities. I must say right away that the official part mainly depends on the orders, rules and wishes of the clergy of the particular church you plan to apply to

Death from cardiovascular disease in early adulthood - what could be sadder for spouse, children and friends? A common cause of such diseases is overeating and the complications associated with it in the form of excess weight, high cholesterol and inactivity (you don’t want to move with excess body weight, the vicious circle closes absurdly). And the reason for the abnormal attitude to food in Christian asceticism is called gluttony. It's a grave sin

Since the time of Ancient Russia, any young couple had to be bound by marriage in the temple. The young assumed responsibility before the Lord and the Church, vowing to keep the union sent from above all their lives

The family icon is a multi-valued concept. These could be images that have been in the family for more than one generation, they are, as it were, amulets of the family, the defenders of its representatives. The eldest child in the family usually inherits such an icon. Or it is passed down through the female line. Or remains with one of the male representatives - the successor of the surname

This article explains why some people only get baptized as adults. Everything that precedes baptism is described, as well as the things and conditions necessary for the ceremony. The ceremony itself was not left without attention, and not only among Orthodox Christians, but also among Protestants

The word "akathist" is sometimes used colloquially in the same sense as praises. This is the name of a song that praises something or someone. However, there is a significant difference between these two concepts. To apply this definition to a place, you should know what akathists are

March 22 (March 9 according to the Julian calendar) The Orthodox Church celebrates a special holiday dedicated to the memory of the Martyrs of Sebaste. 40 Saints Day is a holiday for all Orthodox Christians. He is one of the most revered and beloved by all believers

In the center of Moscow on Red Square stands one of the main symbols of our country - St. Basil's Cathedral. Almost every day you can see Russian and foreign tourists near the walls of the temple. They are attracted not only by the unique architecture of the building, but also by its rich half-century history. Let's find out how the temple was created, by whom and in whose honor it was built, as well as other interesting facts. Let's talk about its current status, the price of a ticket and the schedule for visiting the Cathedral as a museum object

The name Leonid has Greek roots and means "coming from a lion." It gives its owner strength of character, enthusiasm and optimism