Christianity
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Often people pray to God not only for he alth, but also ask him to solve some material problems. At the same time, one can often turn not only to the Creator himself, but also to the saints
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The prayers of the Mother of God occupy a prominent part among all prayers. Appeals to the Mother of God are always special words, because She is close and unattainable. She is a human, but placed above all, above every creature, including angels
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The tradition of celebrating name days is gradually being renewed. How to determine when the birthday is, why are there more and more saints?
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Three Spas are celebrated in August: Apple, Honey and Walnut. All these holidays are Orthodox and mark the end of field work and harvest
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Many are wondering how to find out the name of the patron saint. Our article is entirely devoted to this issue. You will learn the name of your patron saint, and information will also be provided on how best to celebrate name days. This day is incredibly important for every person
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Since ancient times, people in their activities have been looking for the patronage of higher powers. In ancient times, they turned to pagan gods for help, later they were saints. It so happened that both the gods and the saints had their own “specialization” regarding certain professions. The patrons of trade were no exception. Certain gods and saints are "responsible" for it
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This article describes in detail the history of the Vladimir icon, the miracles performed by the image, as well as the temples built in her honor
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The canon and akathist to Nicholas the Wonderworker help believers overcome the most difficult life circumstances. In order for the reading of prayer hymns to be beneficial, one must not only follow the rules for reading the canons and akathists, but also pray with deep faith, repentance and hope for the help of God and his holy saint Nicholas, Archbishop of the World of Lycia
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The mountainous peninsula of Agios Athos is an autonomous state in the Republic of Greece. To get there, you need to request a special permit from the pilgrimage center. The main monastery in terms of status is the Great Lavra. But pilgrims are not limited to visiting only this shrine. The second most important after the Great Lavra is the monastery of Vatopedi. In this article we will reveal the full information regarding this monastery. Vatoped Monastery on Mount Athos has an amazing history
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For Orthodox people, the end of September is the time of the onset of the great holiday of the Shift (Ex altation of the Life-Giving, Holy Cross of the Lord). This is the twelfth holiday, which was established in memory of the fact that St. Helena found the very Cross on which Jesus Christ was once crucified
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When is Ludmila's Angel Day celebrated? Today, this name is not so often given to newborn girls, but it was once one of the most common female names in the countries of the former socialist camp. Let's find out who patronizes Lyudmila, what is her character and astrological characteristics when Ludmila's Angel Day is celebrated
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The article tells about one of the most common female names today - Larisa. A brief history of the holy great martyr who bore this name is given, and the main character traits of its modern owners are listed
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Many of us identify ourselves as Orthodox Christians. At the same time, most people still have a very vague idea about the details, history of formation and significance of the main holidays of Christians. The time has come to restore the gaps in your knowledge and figure out why the Ascension Church holiday is of such great importance for the vast majority of believers
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Not everyone who has been to Crete can talk about the convent of Kera Kardiotissa. It is not the central attraction of the island, and not all guides take tourist groups to this monastery. Nevertheless, it is interesting because it contains a copy of the miraculous icon of the Mother of God of the Heart. The copy is said to perform miracles of healing and wish fulfillment just like the original. We will talk about this icon and the convent, where people from all over the world are trying to get, with this article
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One of the most common icon-painting images is the icon of the Resurrection of Christ. The canonical plot, which has been formed over many centuries, can tell about the mysterious and dramatic events of two thousand years ago
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The wearable icon has been known since ancient times. Warriors and travelers were the first to put the icon around their necks, as they spent a lot of time on the road and, in order not to deprive themselves of the opportunity to turn to God, they thus kept the face of the revered saint on their travels. What has changed in today's traditions of wearing a wearable icon?
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To lead a child to a correct understanding of the existence of the Divine is the task of parents, both biological and godparents. But to do this is not an easy task. Babies are very receptive, they absorb new knowledge and images like a sponge water. They just interpret everything in their own way. How, without stuffing the heads of little disciples with dogmas, to attach them to the Divinity of the Universe?
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It is at such moments that each of us understands how powerless he is and how much he needs God's help. For such people, this article was written, which tells about the power of prayer before the operation, what it should be
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The day when all Christians celebrate their name day is usually called the day of the angel. It is associated with the saint after whom the person is named. How do you know when your name day is? What to do on this significant date? Why are church name days established in Orthodoxy? About all this - our article
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Prayer to the Great Martyr Tatyana is read not only by women named after her. All people who need help pray to her. It is not necessary to pronounce the memorized text at all; you can ask the saint for protection in your own words
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Prayer to St. Sergius of Radonezh so often worked a miracle for many people that it became a symbol of a way out of an impasse
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Demons are our serious enemies, and in order to be able to resist them, it is necessary to study the methods of dealing with these faceless entities. Jesus Christ himself said in a sermon that this kind is driven out only by fasting and prayer
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The special role of the priesthood today is not only in serving at the liturgy, but also in the fact that it is they who become mentors of people who have embarked on the narrow path of faith. Alexey Uminsky, which will be discussed in the article, is an image of a priest open to communication. At the same time, he is well aware of all the measure of responsibility that is entrusted to him by the Lord himself
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The Holy Vvedensky Convent (Ivanovo), located in the center, is an undoubted decoration of this wonderful town. A feature that distinguishes the monastery from many others is that it was founded not so long ago, and to this day its construction continues
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Alexander Torik is today a public figure, known to a wide range of readers thanks to his books. Although the author himself does not fully agree with the status of the writer, since he considers himself primarily a priest who uses the form of fiction for spiritual and educational purposes. Let's get acquainted with how the pastoral and writing path of Alexander Torik developed, what his books are about, and what he preaches to his contemporaries and the growing generation
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Ilya Muromets is a fairly famous, but very, very mysterious hero, about whom many interesting legends and epics have been and are still being composed. It is almost impossible to find a person who would not have heard about the hero's feats of arms. Most often, people's knowledge about Ilya Muromets is drawn from a small number of Russian folk tales, but the truth, oddly enough, remains in the shadows
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The beautiful and unusual temple of Boris and Gleb in Zyuzino attracts with an interesting history and amazing people who work in it
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Even before his monastic deed, Hilarion of Kyiv was distinguished by an ascetic life, imitating the ancient anchorites. Sources say that he dug a cave for himself in the forest. In it he spent solitary hours in prayer. Subsequently, the monk Anthony, who returned from Athos, settled there. It was from this moment that the spiritual authority of Hilarion began to grow in the eyes of the population of ancient Kyiv
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The Church of the New Martyrs in Strogino is dedicated to those who suffered for their faith in the 20th century. The main construction has already been completed and work is underway on interior decoration. The architecture of the church was drawn from the era of Ivan the Terrible
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Currently, many churches and monasteries have their own Sunday school for children. Studying in such a school will help instill in the child respect for traditions and introduce him to the basics of Orthodoxy, as well as develop his creative abilities
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Prayer for children - what is it like? Of course, there are different options. Life is complex and unpredictable. And extreme situations happen in it such that science fiction writers would not come up with. And people need to get out of them with all their might. Therefore, prayer for children is offered, perhaps, more often than other
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Bible stories are the most studied part of world literature, yet they continue to attract attention and cause heated debate. The hero of our review is the apostle Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus Christ. The name of Iscariot as a synonym for betrayal and hypocrisy has long become a household name, but is this accusation fair?
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Church chants are often sung for unbelievers. Is it good? Is it possible to pray at the Philharmonic? What are voices, and how monotonous is the church service?
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The Holy Trinity Church is considered the most famous abode of the Lord in Chelyabinsk. It has a rich history and, along with other city churches, is revered by all residents and annually attracts many pilgrims not only from the region, but from all over the country
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Archangel Uriel is considered the patron and protector of Russia. In Orthodoxy, he is revered as a fiery angel, who serves to enlighten all people who have lost their faith and lost their way in life
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The main dates of the liturgical circle are familiar to every believer, but not everyone knows what Orthodox holiday is celebrated on August 31
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Many believe that a mother's prayer can work miracles. This is true, but it must be remembered that God is the Creator of the world and you need to pray to him with reverence, accept His will unconditionally
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Orthodox women, planning pregnancy and the birth of a future baby, regardless of whether it will be a boy or a girl, seek help from sources and icons that help conceive a long-awaited child. There is a lot of evidence that the medical diagnosis was disappointing, however, turning to the holy fathers, women and many families (couples) found the very support and received such necessary help from above
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Christmas is the most joyful holiday of all. A great many stories, traditions and rituals are connected with the Holy Evening - the eve of the Lord's Birth. How to figure out what to do in order to meet the coming of Jesus Christ to earth with dignity, joy and honor?
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During the persecution of Christians, many true believers in Jesus suffered. The pagans tortured and executed the disciples of Christ, his followers. This martyrdom did not bypass the brides of Christ. Anastasia the Roman also counted herself among them. She faithfully served the Lord and did not refuse him even under the most terrible tortures. She died in agony and was canonized as a saint