Christianity 2024, September
The most common version of the origin of the name Ruslan refers to the Scandinavians. If you open the etymological dictionary, you can see that this name comes from the Old Norse Rysaland, which means "Russian land" or "land of the Rus"
Turning to God works - healing, strengthening, encouraging. Increases prayer and the influx of the grace of the Lord. One of our main helpers among God's heavenly host is the archangel Raphael
Have you tried to change housing by buying and selling? If yes, then you know how long and troublesome it is. Here, involuntarily, you will resort to any help. Can prayer help?
The article tells about the miraculous icon of the Mother of God "Reigning". A description of the icon is given and the story of its miraculous discovery in 1917 is retold. It also talks about the meaning of the icon for the Orthodox people of Russia
Many people want to lose weight, but not everyone understands that the problem of obesity is not only physiological, psychological, but also spiritual
Have you ever dreamed of visiting the Apostolic Palace, the official residence of the Pope? Most likely not, since it was hidden from prying eyes for a long time. Now part of the palace is open to the general public. This means that we can visit it, only virtually, but the tour will be interesting. You will be amazed by the hidden treasures of the papal residence
The article tells about one of the most revered Orthodox icons - the icon of the Mother of God "Blessed Sky". The history of its appearance in Russia is given. The history of the creation of the famous Vasnetsov fresco in the Vladimir Cathedral in Kyiv is also presented
For many, St. Petersburg and its surrounding territories are associated with beautiful gardens and luxurious palaces
The Church of the Intercession of the Most Holy Theotokos (Nevsky Forest Park, Leningrad Region) is subordinate to the Moscow Patriarchate of the Russian Orthodox Church. This is an example of wooden architecture that adorns the Bogoslovka Manor park complex
The day of September 28, 2008, when the Intercession Church in Yasenevo was solemnly laid, became a real holiday for many zealots of the faith. In honor of this significant event, a solemn prayer service was performed, accompanied by a procession, the participants of which were not only the future parishioners of the temple, but also numerous guests from all over Orthodox Moscow
Among the attractions of the ancient city of Tver are unique architectural monuments, a picturesque embankment, museums and theaters. The city, which was once the citadel of a powerful principality, has long turned into a major tourist center. But its main value is Orthodox shrines. This article will focus on the churches of Tver
St. Alekseevsky convent (Saratov) traces its history back to the 19th century. The monastery houses many relics of Orthodox Christianity, there is a spring, an orphanage and a Sunday school
In the life of every person there are moments when he wants to get rid of everything negative and bad. One of the most exciting topics in this period of life is getting rid of sins. Today we propose to talk about how to deal with those sins in which believers repent from confession to confession, how not to turn a conversation with a priest into a report. We will try to answer the question of how to get rid of sins, whether to deal with all at once or solve problems one by one
Cleansing an apartment from negative influences does not require serious preparation. This is a fairly simple ritual that can be performed every month. How to clean an apartment with a church candle, s alt or prayer?
It was 1240. Fleeing from the Tatar-Mongol invasion, two Orthodox monks go to Volhynia. Here, among the dense forests, they find refuge - a small cave in the Pochaevskaya mountain … It is from this event that the story of the appearance of the miraculous Pochaev Icon of the Mother of God begins
Wonderworkers in Christianity have been from time immemorial. There are monks, priests, ordinary people among them. Saint Peter went from a boyar son to the Metropolitan of Moscow and All Russia. His life will be interesting to learn not only for believers, but also for everyone interested in the history of the Russian state and the fate of famous people
On Earth there are many people of different nationalities, religions and cultures. But few of them do not know the Archangel Michael. After all, he is one of the few saints revered in all religions, many stories have been written about his miracles. And yet it is worth knowing in more detail who the Archangel Michael is in the Orthodox Church
The middle of the last month of summer for Orthodox believers is notable for the fact that during this period the Assumption fast begins. On the first day of its beginning, according to tradition, many Christians celebrate the feast of the Honey Savior, dedicated to the memory of the 7 Maccabee martyrs. What special happened on this day?
What is called the clergy of the temple, who is included in the clergy. How to become a clerk and how much do people working in the church earn
Name day is a great holiday when a person remembers his patron saint. When is Maxim's name day? How to determine the date of your name day? You will learn all this by reading the article
In the Scandinavian language, the name Helga means "holy, consecrated." Women named that way are distinguished by great energy and inner strength. They are independent and independent, hardworking and patient, purposeful and courageous. Already in childhood, a girl named Olga is active and unpredictable
When are the Days of the angel Anna, a beautiful female name, celebrated? You can answer this question simply by listing the dates. But let's find out what the name day tradition means, what is the meaning of this name, what characteristics do women with the name Anna have?
The article tells about the church of St. Nicholas in Pyzhi, a recognized monument of temple architecture. A brief overview of the history of its creation and the main events associated with it is given
The now lost Orthodox church, located in Karelia, was an outstanding monument of Zaonezhsky wooden architecture, an object of the republican cultural heritage. The Assumption Church was located in Kondopoga, in the historical part of the city
On this day, October 15, Andrey, Boris, Vasily, Georgy, Dmitry, Yakov, Ivan, Kupriyan celebrate their name day. In addition, Mikhail, Peter, Selivan, Stepan and Fedor need to be congratulated on the day of the angel. And of the women, the name day on October 15 is only for Anna and Ustinya
Church names of girls not only reflect the Christian views of their parents, but often determine the character of their daughters, and hence their fate. In addition, they seriously affect such an important aspect of education as national self-identification
The article tells about the Church of the Vladimir Icon of the Mother of God in Mytishchi, which was returned to the church during the years of perestroika. A brief overview of the history of its creation and subsequent events related to it is given
In all ages, Christians as true believers, following the example of Jesus and the Blessed Virgin Mary, who every year on the bright feast of Easter visited the walls of Jerusalem. Initially, pilgrims were considered pilgrims traveling to Jerusalem to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, later they began to call those who wandered from shrine to shrine
In the 4th century, a confessor of the true teachings of the Church of Christ, the Great Martyr Barbara, a saint whose feast day the Orthodox Church celebrates on December 17, shone forth from the distant city of Iliopol (now Syria). For seventeen centuries her image inspires us, setting an example of true faith and love for God. What do we know about the earthly life of Saint Barbara?
The article tells about the Valaam Icon of the Mother of God, acquired at the end of the 19th century by the labors of a pious resident of St. Petersburg. A brief overview of the events associated with this miraculous discovery and its subsequent fate is given
In Orthodoxy, special attention is paid to the celebration of the day of the angel. Thus, believers pay respect to their patron, in whose honor they received the name during the rite of Baptism. Love's name day is celebrated on September 30
A person who comes to the Christian faith, first of all, asks the question, what is the Gospel? Part of the Bible or a separate sacred text? In this article, we will try to answer these and other questions
The name of Archimandrite Tikhon (Shevkunov) is constantly riveted to the attention of the Russian political press. Some consider him almost a “gray eminence”, dictating his will to Vladimir Putin, others believe that the President of the Russian Federation needs constant communication with Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia, a wisely thinking Orthodox confessor
This article details the life of the Apostle Philip, his spiritual exploits, as well as the temples built in his honor
The great miraculous icon “Guest of Sinners” is able to heal even those who are hopelessly ill and bring spiritual peace to those who are seized with despondency and despair. You can learn about all the miracles performed in this holy way from this article
From this article you will learn the meaning of the word "riza", immerse yourself in the sacred history of finding the clothes of the Blessed Virgin Mary, who worked miracles, and also discover the color features of the clergymen's clothes
Those who consider themselves a Christian should constantly be enlightened in religious terms, make pilgrimage trips, read spiritual books and study the Bible
Russian land is rich in spiritual monuments - monasteries, churches and cathedrals, bell towers and entire temple complexes. And sometimes it can be very difficult to choose one of them. But for those who spare no time and effort, you should definitely visit the Nikolo-Ugreshsky Monastery (Dzerzhinsky city)
This article provides a virtual tour of the Novospassky Monastery in Moscow, tells about the main shrines and the history of the creation of the Orthodox complex
Archangel Zadkiel is the giver of the violet flame that sustains the entire universe. Thanks to secret knowledge, untold benefits can be obtained in this life and after death