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Baptism of children: what you need to know before an important event

Baptism of children: what you need to know before an important event

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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

Our patron saints: when is Daria's name day celebrated?

Our patron saints: when is Daria's name day celebrated?

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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

Name day of Evgenia and Evgeny

Name day of Evgenia and Evgeny

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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

Christening girls: rules of organization and preparation

Christening girls: rules of organization and preparation

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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

Marina's birthday in different countries

Marina's birthday in different countries

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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

How and when are children baptized?

How and when are children baptized?

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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

What helps the icon "Softener of evil hearts"

What helps the icon "Softener of evil hearts"

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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

Prayer of the Mother of God in her various forms

Prayer of the Mother of God in her various forms

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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

The holy fool is The meaning of the word "holy fool". holy fools

The holy fool is The meaning of the word "holy fool". holy fools

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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

Icons of the Virgin. Icon "Tenderness" of the Most Holy Theotokos. miraculous icons

Icons of the Virgin. Icon "Tenderness" of the Most Holy Theotokos. miraculous icons

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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

The Kazan Mother of God icon: the history of acquisition and meaning

The Kazan Mother of God icon: the history of acquisition and meaning

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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 Mother of God will help everyone. An icon that brings faith and hope to our hearts

The Mother of God will help everyone. An icon that brings faith and hope to our hearts

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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?

Church of Peter and Paul in Penza: history, address, schedule of services

Church of Peter and Paul in Penza: history, address, schedule of services

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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

Church of Alexander Nevsky in Ust-Izhora: services, address, photo

Church of Alexander Nevsky in Ust-Izhora: services, address, photo

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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

Bible quotes, sayings and aphorisms

Bible quotes, sayings and aphorisms

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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

Churches of Ivanovo: Church of Elijah the Prophet

Churches of Ivanovo: Church of Elijah the Prophet

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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

Saint David of Gareji: biography, miracles, days of remembrance

Saint David of Gareji: biography, miracles, days of remembrance

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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

Temples of Nizhny Tagil: a brief description, addresses

Temples of Nizhny Tagil: a brief description, addresses

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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

Sartakovo, Matrona Church: description

Sartakovo, Matrona Church: description

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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

Intercession Church in Ufa, Lutheran, Sergievsky, Holy Cross churches

Intercession Church in Ufa, Lutheran, Sergievsky, Holy Cross churches

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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

Valuyskaya diocese: at the crossroads of opinions

Valuyskaya diocese: at the crossroads of opinions

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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

Pulpit: what is it, meaning, location, history

Pulpit: what is it, meaning, location, history

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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

What do babies receive in church?

What do babies receive in church?

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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

Annunciation Church of the Alexander Nevsky Lavra: 300 years of history

Annunciation Church of the Alexander Nevsky Lavra: 300 years of history

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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

Gospel commandments: essence, list, difference from God's 10 commandments

Gospel commandments: essence, list, difference from God's 10 commandments

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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

Famous women's and men's monasteries of Ukraine

Famous women's and men's monasteries of Ukraine

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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

Ascension Women's Orshin Monastery

Ascension Women's Orshin Monastery

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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

Cathedral of the Intercession on the Nerl: description, history of construction, photos

Cathedral of the Intercession on the Nerl: description, history of construction, photos

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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

Temple of the Twelve Apostles (Tula): description, opening hours, how to get there

Temple of the Twelve Apostles (Tula): description, opening hours, how to get there

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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

Trinity Monastery in Ryazan: address, schedule of services, history of creation and shrines

Trinity Monastery in Ryazan: address, schedule of services, history of creation and shrines

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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

How to get rid of gluttony, to whom to pray? Gluttony - what is this sin

How to get rid of gluttony, to whom to pray? Gluttony - what is this sin

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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

Smolensk Church in Orel: history, schedule of services, address

Smolensk Church in Orel: history, schedule of services, address

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The Church in honor of the image of the Blessed Virgin "Smolenskaya" was built at the end of the 19th century. She had to see a lot in her lifetime: destruction, closure, restoration. Today the temple is one of the most beautiful in the city. Many revered shrines are kept here, and services are held daily

Income of Patriarch Kirill. Where does Patriarch Kirill live? Vladimir Mikhailovich Gundyaev - Biography

Income of Patriarch Kirill. Where does Patriarch Kirill live? Vladimir Mikhailovich Gundyaev - Biography

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The income of Patriarch Kirill is of great interest not only among Orthodox parishioners, but also among people who are far from the church. There are legends about the state of the Patriarch of All Russia, stories about his earnings and possessions amaze the impression. It is believed that in the 90s he was directly involved in the organization of the oil, tobacco, food and automobile business

Church of All Saints in Perm: description and reviews

Church of All Saints in Perm: description and reviews

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Church of All Saints (Perm) is one of the sacred places where you can come to pray and receive consolation. It is located in the central part of the city. What is the peculiarity of this church, who was its creator, what do the visitors of the temple say? This article will be devoted to these issues

Church of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin in Pavlovskaya Sloboda. Cultural heritage of the Moscow region

Church of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin in Pavlovskaya Sloboda. Cultural heritage of the Moscow region

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In the village of Pavlovskaya Sloboda, on a high hill on the right bank of the Istra River, one of the most beautiful churches in the Moscow region rises. The ensemble is an example of Russian architecture and an architectural monument of federal significance. The Church of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Pavlovskaya Sloboda was built in 1650 by the boyar Boris Morozov

Secret eating - what is it? How did this word come about?

Secret eating - what is it? How did this word come about?

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Secret eating is eating at the wrong time, hidden from other people. Of course, if a person has breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack or dinner alone, without company, then this concept has nothing to do with it. But if, under cover of night, he sneaks to the refrigerator and sweeps the most delicious pieces from the shelves, hiding from the household, then this is secret eating

Church of Alexander Nevsky (Baranovichi): description, photo

Church of Alexander Nevsky (Baranovichi): description, photo

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This beautiful, majestic building is located directly at the entrance to the city, on the left side of Telman Street. The building of the temple of Alexander Nevsky in Baranovichi was erected relatively recently, at the end of the last century. According to reviews, the building delights residents and guests of the city with its beauty

Educational mission of Metropolitan of Belgorod and Starooskolsky John

Educational mission of Metropolitan of Belgorod and Starooskolsky John

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Metropolitan John of Belgorod and Stary Oskol is a modern preacher who is considered one of the main spiritual missionaries in Russia. Perfectly educated, he brings to people the light of divine love and hope for the salvation of everyone who accepts the commandments of Christ crucified for the sins of people on Calvary

Kamilavka: what is it?

Kamilavka: what is it?

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What is a kamilavka? As a rule, most people cannot answer this question. Meanwhile, this is an old headdress, which today can be seen on the clergy when visiting the temple. However, the kamilavka is not only a part of church vestments. A headdress appeared millennia ago in the Middle East, it had nothing to do with priests

The first icons. History of iconography. Theophanes the Greek. Andrey Rublev

The first icons. History of iconography. Theophanes the Greek. Andrey Rublev

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The image of the Holy Trinity was written according to the Biblical story from the Old Testament, when Abraham met guests from three husbands at his home. On a vertical board, three angels were depicted sitting at a table. They say that if Rublev created the image of the Trinity, then there is a God