Religion 2024, November

The article tells about the Intercession Church in the city of Krasnoyarsk, which is a unique monument of temple architecture of the 18th century. A brief overview of the history of its creation and subsequent events related to it is given

The Sharia Court is associated with violence and unjustified cruelty. Is this really so or is it a worthy replacement for the existing system of justice?

The icon "Ilya the Prophet" contributes to the successful outcome of any started business, but it is believed that the saint helps most of all in agricultural affairs. He is asked to send rain during a drought or fair weather during heavy rains. Also, the prophet can save the one praying in front of his icon from disturbing diseases. It removes anger from people's hearts and promotes a peaceful family atmosphere

To this day, prayer in front of the "Unexpected Joy" icon awakens in people morality, decency, tolerance for themselves and others and makes them rethink their lives, behave righteously, and if you pray for loved ones and relatives, you can help them to find relief, save them from sorrow and troubles, if any are present in their lives

What words to find for people who ask about what the Bible is, but have never taken it in their hands, proving that the Holy Scripture is really a revelation from God, his word. Look, inexperienced reader of Scripture, at the height of the style, at the spiritual depth and moral purity of this teaching. Can it be invented by the human mind? Read the prophecies of the Old Testament and compare with the events of the New Testament in which they came true

The birth of a baby is the main event in the life of every woman. It is during pregnancy and the birth of a child that the Lord most clearly reveals to man the fullness of His power and greatness

According to Holy Scripture, believers will be able to unite with Christ through Communion, who will give them eternal life. Communion of the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ is a necessary and saving duty of a Christian, bringing comfort and grace to the soul

What does it mean to be canonized? The article provides an answer to this question. It also briefly describes the canonization procedure and provides the criteria by which a person can be canonized by the Church

The synagogue in Maryina Roshcha is an elite Moscow synagogue. It is located in the North-Eastern district of the capital. The synagogue is known to the general public for the fact that during the Soviet era it was considered the only synagogue that did not recognize any gods

In this article we will talk with you about an important topic today - adultery. Many people have heard that this kind of sin is considered a punishable crime, baseness, dishonor, pollution of the soul, etc. But if you ask: “Adultery - what is it?”, not everyone will be able to clearly answer

Polish Catholic Church is called the church. It originated from the Latin word castellum, which means "strengthening". It so happened that this word is called a church building in the Czech, Slovak, Belarusian languages

The article tells about the Lipetsk Metropolis, formed in 2013 by the decision of the Holy Synod. A brief overview of the creation of some of the other largest metropolises in Russia is also given

Who are the Capuchin monks? What do a monk and coffee have in common? The consonance of the words "cappuccino" and "capuchin" forced many to delve a little into the history of the ancient monastic order. And there really are quite interesting, entertaining facts

The ancient Greeks understood that knowledge is inseparable from memory. It gives the ability to recognize the environment. Memory organizes time in the human mind. The goddess of memory, Mnemosyne, they valued and surrounded with honors as one of the greatest in the pantheon

Back in the distant XIV century, Cherkizovo (village) belonged to Tsarevich Serkiz. Later, he decided to sell it to Ilya Ozakov, his fellow tribesman. He decided to build Elijah's Church - the temple of Elijah the Prophet

The Jerusalem candle is a spiritual gift. This is a consecrated item that is kept with household shrines. How to light Jerusalem candles? On what holidays can this be done?

Life without love is empty and meaningless. In the unity of souls, one can find a source of inspiration and happiness. Who to pray to find a soul mate? You should know that a prayer appeal for love and marriage is a request for pure feelings, the creation of a family and the birth of children

Akathist for the one who died will help the restless soul find peace in the next world. Prayer for the deceased is a prayer for yourself. The Savior, for mercy to the deceased, sends his mercy to the one who prays. No good, even the most secret, is wasted. The afterlife of the deceased also depends on the diligence of the living

Prayer is the turning of the human soul to God. By praying, she is cleansed. The person is filled with joy and grace. This is the best way to get into the world of justice and bliss. The more often a person prays, the purer his soul will be. And that means he will be much closer to God

Reading the "Driver's Prayer" before each trip will help protect yourself from dangerous situations on the road and save the lives of those who pray

The Central Mosque of Almaty is located in the heart of Eurasia. The unique design, unique architectural design give a unique flavor to the largest Muslim institution in Kazakhstan

Divine Liturgy with explanations - the main assistant on the path to Orthodoxy. Studying the video materials of the morning service with explanations of the basic Christian rules will help each person to gain faith in the soul

One of the peoples living in the North Caucasus is called the Ossetians. It has rich and unique traditions. For many years, scientists have been interested in the question: "Are Ossetians Muslims or Christians?" To give an answer to it, it is necessary to get acquainted with the history of the development of the religiosity of this ethnic group

The Holy Martyr Natalia of Nicomedia, together with her husband Adrian, lived at the beginning of the 4th century in Nicodemia, in Asia Minor. Adrian was a pagan and served as an official for the emperor Maximian Galerius, who was a hated persecutor of Christians

In the culture of ancient civilizations, sanctums occupied a special place. Rites were held in them, establishing a connection between people and otherworldly dimensions. The Mayan tribes, who possessed ancient wisdom, deeply revered this phenomenon. Find out which of their shrines have survived to this day

Vasily Rodzianko, Bishop of the Orthodox Church in America, who was once called Vladimir Mikhailovich Rodzianko in the world, was a very outstanding person. He was born on May 22, 1915 in the family estate, which bore the beautiful name "Otrada", which was located in the Novomoskovsk district, in the Yekaterinoslav province

One of the centers of the spiritual life of pre-revolutionary Russia was the Holy Trinity Ioninsky Monastery. Thousands of pilgrims found spiritual nourishment in it. About its history and today is described in this article

The ancient Zverinets Monastery is interesting to contemporaries not only for its amazing history. There are also numerous sacred relics. Among them are such venerated icons as the image of the Mother of God "Zverinetskaya", "Joy of All Who Sorrow", "Quick Hearing". Here are the relics of all the venerable fathers of the Zverinetskys

One of the most scandalous and controversial organizations in the world. Science or religion, cult or commercial organization? All these concepts can be attributed to the term "Scientology". What it really is, we will try to tell in our article. You will get acquainted with a brief history of this movement, its currents and main ideas. In addition, the main points of criticism related to Scientology will be announced

Children are the flowers of life and are very vulnerable in our world. Each child for his mother is the meaning of life. So it turns out that even the most unbelieving parents remember God and ask him for help if a disaster happens to a child. It is not always possible to resolve the situation, even being a person with money, connections or a great mind. Sometimes there are some unforeseen cases that can be resolved only by relying on the Almighty

In the life of every person periodically there are moments of mental impotence, a certain hopelessness and, as a result, despondency. There are many ways to help deal with such situations. In the article you can find information about the prayers of different religions, their types, ways of reading

Tyumen is a modern Russian city in Siberia, rich in its traditions and sights that attract a large number of tourists. The Orthodox churches of Tyumen are considered the visiting cards of the city, and the most ancient ones are architectural monuments and heritage of a bygone era. The most significant religious buildings of this administrative center will be presented below

Many of our compatriots know that on the territory of Russia there is the Stavropol and Nevinnomyssk diocese. She formed in 2011. Previously, there was the Stavropol and Vladikavkaz diocese. And when, with the blessing of the Holy Synod, a part of the territory was separated from it, then this religious association arose

Despite the fact that almost from the very beginning of Khlystism, there have been persistent rumors among the people about some erotic background of the ceremony of night worship, the sin of sin is not their obligatory moment

There are places on earth where feelings and sensations become much purer and more sublime than before. Where the air is filled with such extraordinary grace and purity, and the surrounding nature is filled with beauty

The article tells about the Holy Trinity Makarievsky Zheltovodsky Monastery, rightfully considered one of the most beautiful in Russia. A brief overview of the history of its creation and subsequent events related to it is given

The Nativity of John the Baptist is celebrated not only in Russia, but also in most European countries. In many of them, the holiday is associated with pagan rituals. But gradually polytheistic beliefs were forced out, and old traditions and customs acquired a new expression in Orthodox memorable dates

In different religions, a special place is occupied by the tombs of revered kings, people, saints. These sanctuaries were built as homes for the souls of the dead, to which they could return to remember their lives, observe and help their descendants in difficult situations. For Christians, one of the most ancient and highly revered sanctuaries is the tomb of the Virgin, which is located in modern Israel, on the territory of Jerusalem

The article will tell you how to ask a priest a question. At what time should I approach him: at the service, at confession, or at the end of the service? Is it possible to just come to the temple and talk with the priest? What is "Batyushka Online"? Is it possible to ask a question via the Internet? Find answers to your questions in our article

Prayer to Basil the Great is one of the main prayers in Orthodox Christianity. Who is Saint Basil, we will tell in this article