Christianity 2024, November

The name Tatyana is often found not only in Russian-speaking regions, but also in foreign countries. Many parents call their daughters that for various reasons. Perhaps the reason for the popularity of this name lies in its roots

Today, among the archpastors of the Russian Orthodox Church, there are many true servants of God, whose labors revive the faith trampled down over the years of atheistic arbitrariness, and the people return to their spiritual origins. These people include the head of the St. Petersburg Metropolis, Metropolitan Varsonofy (Sudakov)

Name Day of Hope The Orthodox Church celebrates 4 times a year: March 14, March 20, September 30, October 21. It is on these days that the church remembers the martyrs who bore this Old Slavonic name: Nadezhda Abbakumova, Nadezhda Kruglova, Nadezhda Rimskaya and Nadezhda Azhgerevich

We react differently to what is happening around us. Often, events, information, behavior of loved ones or strangers gives rise to fear. It is deeply imprinted in consciousness, takes root there and poisons our life. Prayer from fear helps to cope with negativity. What is it, how to work with it, why does it affect consciousness? Let's figure it out

After the Mongol-Tatars burned and destroyed the city in 1238, the icon disappeared. Later, she reappeared in an unknown way. There are several legends about how the icon of the Mother of God (Fedorovskaya) was resurrected

An ancient shrine, the icon of the Iberian Mother of God, has its own fate and its own character. In the most difficult times, she saved many people. This icon is the guardian of the entrance to the ancient Athos monastery - she chose this place for herself

Vladislav's birthday is celebrated in October. Let's find out what the name day means, how it is celebrated and what is customary to give on this day

In modern churches, the church candlestick has lost many of its functions, some varieties of this utensil are not used, due to replacement with electric lamps. Of course, they try to select chandeliers in temples and other lighting fixtures that are as similar in shape as possible to traditional candlesticks

Today there is an Orthodox and Catholic diocese of Grodno. They are located in the city of Grodno in Belarus. Each of them has its own history of formation and development. Today, Catholics and Orthodox get along quite peacefully with each other, but there were other times. You can learn about all this from the material below

Sometimes you can hear from a friend: "I would need to bless the car." Someone is skeptical about this, they say, what nonsense. Others nod their heads in understanding. In a consecrated car, do not say, but somehow calmer. But is it good? How to sanitize a car? Two options: contact a priest or do it yourself

The Resurrection Church, located in the historical center of the city, is only 18 years younger than Tomsk itself. During its long history, the church has experienced fires, rebuilding of the building, closing for many years. But nevertheless, she was reborn, continuing to carry out her mission to save the souls of believers

There are four days of commemoration of saints named Nadezhda in the year. All of them are great martyrs. Therefore, the name Nadezhda implies such traits as patience, fidelity, purposefulness. Hope achieves a lot in life, always goes to the intended goal, it is not talkative and closed

The article tells about the Dormition Svensky Monastery in the city of Bryansk. A brief outline of the creation of this one of the oldest monasteries in Russia and subsequent events related to it is given

In the Moscow region, the city of Zvenigorod, on a high hill, is the majestic Church of the Ascension of the Lord. The cathedral played a great historical significance in the spiritual life of both ancient and modern Zvenigorod and is an Orthodox shrine of Russia

St. Michael's Athos Monastery in Adygea is located near the villages of Pobeda and Kamennomostsky. This is a major religious and tourist center, which annually attracts a large number of pilgrims and ordinary travelers. A large number of fascinating sights around and the hospitality of the monks attract here almost everyone who comes to rest in Adygea

There are a lot of all kinds of icons in the world, but miraculous ones, those that are famous for their miracles, those to which pilgrimages are made - not too much. One of these icons is the icon "The Tsaritsa", whose list is in the church in the Belarusian village of Synkovichi. You can learn about this icon and the church itself from the material

Archpriest Vladimir Vorobyov was born on March 28, 1941 in Moscow. He received his name in honor of the famous grandfather, who was also a priest and died in exile. Father Vladimir is the rector of St. Tikhon's University

The fact that there is such a miraculous prayer "The dream of the Blessed Virgin for an endless supply of money" has been heard by many. But not everyone knows what it is. Moreover, people often perceive these texts as a magic spell that either grants we alth, and overnight, without any effort, or sends a prophetic dream

The article tells about two well-known and very similar Mother of God icons “Softener of Evil Hearts” and “Seven Arrows”, as well as about the prayer traditionally offered before them. A brief retelling of the gospel event that became the basis for their writing is given

The article tells about the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin in Kolmovo (Veliky Novgorod), built during the time of Ivan the Terrible, destroyed under the communists and revived thanks to the onset of perestroika. A brief outline of its history and the main events associated with it is given

Requests for deliverance from doubts, anxieties, various fears that are inherent in a person's thoughts before going to bed are included in the evening prayer rule. Optina Pustyn, on the other hand, offers a variant of turning to the Lord, which combines all the nuances and gives strength to faith, and gives peace to the soul. Many people are familiar with the condition in which it is difficult to fall asleep due to the fact that various thoughts “roam” in the head. Evening prayer helps to avoid this

How many monasteries and churches are in Russia: destroyed, desecrated, long forgotten? And do not count. Once they lived a special life, but now only half-decayed ruins remind of the past. One of these places is the John the Baptist Convent in Pskov. It is described in the article

Daily circle of services are those services that are performed daily at the same time. Here it is necessary to make some reservation that not all divine services included in this circle are performed in modern churches and parishes. This is due to the fact that this daily circle was compiled by the monks and for the monks. Lay people do not always have the opportunity to participate in all such services, so there is a certain discrepancy between theory and practice

The article tells about the Holy Healer Panteleimon, who acquired the crown of martyrdom at the beginning of the 4th century, when the persecution of Christians was especially cruel, and why the prayers offered to him for he alth have special power. A brief essay based on his life is given

Speaking of prayer for he alth, we mean not only bodily he alth. This also applies to the spiritual. Therefore, the article will provide prayers for both cases. Praying for others is the duty of every Orthodox Christian. In a difficult situation, only prayer can sometimes help. How to fulfill this duty? Read in the article

Leo Tolstoy and his view of faith. Why did he not believe in the truth of generally accepted Christian dogmas. Writing a number of provocative novels and close attention from the synod. Creation of a "Tolstoy" movement with fundamentally new spiritual values. Excommunication of Tolstoy from the Church. "Tolstoy" in our days

In childhood, many of us were told that an angel and a demon live behind people. Time has passed, we have grown up. But faith in grandmother's fairy tales remained. I would like to explore this topic in more detail. Let's find out if they told us the truth. Is it true that the angel and the demon are behind our shoulders?

Quite relevant topic. Seventy years of godlessness could not but leave an imprint on the sacrament of baptism. Someone has already left this world without having received holy baptism. Someone is alive, but does not even think about God. What can we say about baptism. Is it possible to bury those who have gone into eternity unbaptized? The materials of the article will answer this question in detail

The two main prayers that every Orthodox Christian must know are "Our Father" and "Our Lady of the Virgin, rejoice." The basis of the basics that are taught from childhood. Why these particular prayers? Who made such a rule - to know them? And what are the three main Orthodox prayers? Let's talk about this in detail

The Gospel of Luke (Greek: K κατ Λουκᾶν εὐαγγέλιον, kata Loukan evangelion), also simply called the Third Gospel, tells of the origin, birth, ministry, redemption, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus Christ. But chapter 16 of this Gospel is notable not for the biography of Christ, of which there are many, but for its parables, which will be discussed in this article

Every person is morally difficult. And if Christians cope with this in some way, then those who are unfamiliar with God and prayers have a very difficult time. Autumn depression, problems at work and at home, worries - all this does not contribute to a good mood. The person starts to get discouraged. Let's talk about how to deal with discouragement. Who to pray when the soul is very bad

The article tells about the historical path traversed by the Moscow female Alekseevsky stauropegial monastery, founded in the XIV century by one of the prominent religious figures of that time, Metropolitan Alexy. A brief overview of related events is given

The city of Izhevsk has about ten different churches. One of them is a young and beautiful Orthodox church of St. Seraphim of Sarov. This holy miracle worker is loved and revered not only in Udmurtia, but also in all Orthodox cities of Russia

Which temples in the city of Balashikha should be visited by any tourist. What is the story behind each building? Photos of some temples and reviews of visitors. Is it worth visiting this city and its attractions

Osipov Alexei Ilyich is a well-known Orthodox apologist and catechist. Doctor of Theology, Professor. Brilliant lecturer and publicist. A man of modest, ascetic life. In 2018, Alexei Ilyich celebrated his eightieth birthday and, despite such a respectable age, he is still wise, witty and generous. Throughout his long biography, Alexei Ilyich Osipov teaches piety, works for the good of the church and wages invisible warfare

Even the most hardened atheist has repeatedly heard about the virgin birth. What it is? In the article we will answer the following questions: "What is the Immaculate Conception? 2. Why is the Mother of God the Virgin? 3. How is the feast of the Annunciation connected with the Immaculate Conception?" Material for those who are interested in the Christian faith. It will also appeal to those who seek to expand their horizons

Praying for the message of the heirs is not only childless people. Often those who would like to raise an heir, a son, come to the temple, but the Lord sent only daughters. Of course, in the modern world there are no big differences between the position in society of a man and a woman. Opportunities are almost the same for both boys and girls

"Lamp of Russia" - that was how Optina Pustyn was called at the end of the 19th century. This is where the Russian eldership originated. Now most monasteries and temples have an icon of the Cathedral of the Optina Elders. Many people know about the three resident brothers who were killed on Easter 1993. Pilgrimages to the monastery are made regularly. Reviews about Optina Pustyn are the most enthusiastic. And we, in turn, will tell you about the monastery in more detail

St. Nicholas Church in Taganrog is an Orthodox church that bears the name of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker. Its construction has a close connection with the founding of the city itself. Belongs to the Rostov diocese. It was, in fact, the first naval base in Russia. It was founded in 1698 on Cape Taganiy Rog, which gave the city its name. It is believed that the place where the Taganrog Nikolsky Church was founded, named after one of the most revered saints in Russia, was determined by Tsar Peter I

Thinking about how to properly pray for their child, parents are usually interested in whether their request to the Lord can be expressed in their own words. You can pray for the good for your children, ask the Lord for help for them in any convenient way for a believer. Some people need a sample text of a prayer, others easily formulate requests to the Lord on their own. The main thing in the text of the prayer is that its words do not distract the believer from the essence of the lesson