Christianity 2024, November

There are many beautiful and rich in history Orthodox churches in the city of Tambov. Further in the article, the most significant temples of Tambov will be indicated with a photo, name and description. These cathedrals play a significant role in the history and modern life of the city

Tula has a large number of cathedrals and churches that are unique in their energy and architecture. All temples of Tula are significant objects of historical and cultural heritage. In total, there are 38 bewitching Orthodox churches in Tula. Consider the history of the appearance of the most significant temples of Tula

Every Orthodox person should not forget to thank the Lord God for everything that happens in his life, both good and bad. And about how to do it right and what prayers should be read at the time of thanksgiving, we will now tell you in this article

If we delve into the details of the definition of baptism as such, we will hear that this is the spiritual birth of a person, which, similarly to the physical, is possible only once in a lifetime

Yuri is one of the most common male names. Let's find out when Yuri's name day is celebrated and what traditions this holiday has

Church rules and canons have been developed over many centuries and their language can be difficult to understand for people who are just beginning their communion with the sacraments of the Faith. For example, a church prayer service - what is it? For those who are not strong in this matter, we suggest that you read this article to the end in order to fill the gap in your knowledge

Tolgskaya icon - the most ancient, miraculously found icon of the Mother of God. It is kept in the Tolgsky Vvedensky Convent in the Yaroslavl Region

The icon "The Transfiguration of the Lord" is a sign of the event, which is described in the Gospel. What is the meaning of this icon and what are the varieties of its writing, this article will tell

August is a wonderful warm summer month, which accounts for the celebration of such Christian celebrations as the Savior. There are three such holidays in total, and they differ from each other in their significance

In Christian literature one of the most popular genres is the parable. In a small-format story, not only important, serious information is conveyed in an allegorical form, but also high spiritual pathos. In addition to the stories about Christ set forth in the Bible, many religious publications print parables about mother. Their content is varied, but always wise and instructive

The holy healer Panteleimon was born in Nicomedia (Asia Minor). His father was a noble pagan Evstorgiy. His parents gave him the name Pantoleon (a lion in everything), as they wanted to raise their son fearless and courageous. His mother was a Christian and wanted to raise him in this religion, but she died early

The Unexpected Joy icon has an absolutely amazing story. It began with the fact that there lived a certain terrible sinner. Great were his evil deeds, but not a drop of remorse in his heart. Moreover, before each crime, the sinner prayed to the Mother of God to bless his deeds

Why does Orthodoxy devote so much time to repentance? What is a canon, should it be read and in what cases?

It is not easy in our age of high technology and global computerization to meet your betrothed, a person who is close in spirit and soul. The circle of communication among people today has narrowed significantly, so the chance to find that one has also decreased

In church life, such a thing as magpie is often found. What is it and why is this ritual needed? This question is often asked by believers who are not sufficiently aware of prayers. All Orthodox Christians need to know the answer in order to turn to God for help through a priest during special periods of life

September 17, on the day of the memory of the prophet Moses, Orthodox Christians around the world celebrate in honor of such an image as the icon of the "Burning Bush". The history of this relic sends us to the deep past, which can be found in ancient books. In addition, the very image of her is very symbolic

For an experienced believer, praying in the morning is as important as doing all the hygiene procedures. Of course, the urge to sleep an extra twenty minutes is hard to overcome. But Orthodox Christians know that the day will be successful if they take the time to fellowship with God. One has only to oversleep - and the day will go topsy-turvy, not at all the way we would like. What are Orthodox morning prayers?

The article tells about what miracles the Ostrobramskaya icon is capable of. The history of its origin, where the shrine is currently kept. The story of three martyrs tortured by Prince Olgerd. Interesting facts about the Ostrobramskaya Icon

Deadly sins are ugly. The relaxed, oily look of a lecher, the excitement at the sight of a glutton's food, the whining of a man in despair, an unhe althy gleam in his eyes when talking about money, losing his mind when angry - these are just a few examples

In our article we will talk about what is given to a girl for christening. The godmother and the godmother - these two very significant people from now on in the life of the baby - are the first donors. Usually, before the ceremony, they agree among themselves and buy the girl the first jewelry in her life. In this capacity, a pectoral cross on a chain acts

"Indestructible Wall" - an icon revered by Christians around the world. This mosaic image is located in St. Sophia of Kyiv - a temple that is still considered the main religious building of Orthodox believers. The Mother of God is depicted on it without a baby, standing with her hands raised in a protective gesture

"Our Father" is the Lord's Prayer - the only prayer that the Lord really bequeathed to his disciples. The words of the prayer are deep, its meaning does not lie on the surface, therefore, the translation, the use of Russian words instead of Church Slavonic impoverishes it

Glorious city of Murom! The monastery of Peter and Fevronia is the main attraction and the main shrine. People come here to ask for love and happiness from Russian Romeo and Juliet

One of the most difficult issues for many Christians is confession. If you only know about confession what you learned from films (and, most likely, Western ones), then this material on how to confess, what to say and how to prepare for the sacrament will be useful

The Cross of St. Andrew the First-Called can be called a real miracle of God. Today, a lot of believing Christians daily bow before him, asking for help in solving certain problems. And not in vain. The Apostle Andrew hears and sees the pain that lives in their hearts, and asks the Lord to send down help to these people

Valdai has always attracted tourists with its magnificent nature, unique national park and nature reserve. But the main point of any excursion to these places is the Iversky Monastery in Valdai. This main Orthodox attraction is located on the Selvitz Island

Turn your aspirations into reality - isn't this what many people dream of? Well, there is one way to do this. And prayer will help you to fulfill your desire

In this article you will read everything about the creation of the temple, its history, which amazes with its unusual resilience

If a girl was born on December 21, then she is under the protection of Victoria Kuluzskaya. By November 6, Victoria of Nicomedia should be attributed, and by June 14 - Thessalonica. But June 7 will be the day of St. Victoria of Ephesus. By the way, they are all martyrs

This school was opened in 2006. She was blessed by the ever-memorable Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia Alexy II. The practice of teaching includes modern achievements in pedagogy and the main traditions of the Russian school

Ephrosyne of Polotsk is the first woman to be canonized by the Russian Orthodox Church. According to the place of her birth, she belongs to White Russia, that is, Belarus, as the lands of Ancient Russia between the Dnieper and Drut are now called. You will learn about the life path of this Saint, her exploits and good deeds by reading this article

In his fourth year at the Theological Academy, Ivan learned from an announcement from the Holy Synod that the Russian Imperial Consulate in Japan needed a priest. Consul of Japan I. Goshkevich decided to organize missionaries in Japan, although at that time there was a strict ban on Christianity there

Alexander Pivovarov and all his relatives and friends are a phenomenon for Kuzbass. And these are not big words. Perhaps, of all family members, he is the most striking personality, but parents, brother, sisters, wives, husbands, children and grandchildren - they are all united in the Lord and serve Him

Assumption Cathedral on Gorodok is a famous four-pillar white-stone one-domed temple, which is located in the Moscow region, in the city of Zvenigorod. It is considered a classic monument of early Moscow architecture, erected in the XIV-XV centuries. The main asset of the cathedral is the murals located inside the beginning of the 15th century, it is believed that their authors are Daniil Cherny and Andrey Rublev

The history of the Bryansk diocese begins in the days of Kievan Rus. Over the years of its existence, it has made a huge contribution to the development of Orthodoxy and the improvement of the spiritual culture of our country. The churches and temples of the diocese are regularly visited by many parishioners. Various spiritual and educational events are held with the participation of clerics

Glorious Pskov is rich in historical places. And we are talking about monasteries. At least five active monasteries exist in Pskov. And I would like to talk about one of them in more detail. This monastery is beautiful. And there is one feature in it - it has never been closed, even during the years of persecution of Orthodoxy

What to do if a loved one died unbaptized? Can you pray for him? If yes, where and how? But what about the mother whose child died as soon as she was born? He was not yet christened. How to pray for such a baby? And can it be done? How many questions. Are there answers to them? Yes, they are in the article

Vitebsk Theological Seminary is a university where you can get training and become a clergyman. The training time is 5 years in the full-time department and 6 years in the correspondence department. Theological Seminary belongs to the Orthodox Church

In the Moscow region, on the outskirts of the city of Krasnogorsk, there is a Russian Orthodox shrine - the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin. Every day, parishioners flock to the Assumption Church in Krasnogorsk to bow before the ancient faces of Theodosius of Totemsky, St. Luke and the relics of the Optina Elders

The Church of the Most Merciful Savior in Nizhny Novgorod is a real example of the Old Russian style in architecture. It is often referred to as the center of local Christianity and religious folk heritage, as well as a popular object for sightseeing tours