Religion 2024, October

The figure of St. Andrew the First-Called is very important for our land. About why this saint was considered the patron saint of Russia, the text will tell

Believers go on a dangerous, long and hard journey not only for the sake of prayer and forgiveness of committed sins. Often their goal is much nobler: to find the meaning of life, to know their destiny, to find grace, to show devotion to religious beliefs

John was universally recognized as a patriarch, very gentle with the laity. Once he was forced to excommunicate a cleric from the church for some fault. The offender became angry with the patriarch. John wanted to talk to him, but soon forgot about his desire

The fresco "The Baptism of Russia", painted by Russian artist Viktor Vasnetsov in the 19th century, will not leave anyone indifferent. The event depicted on it became a key event in the development of the religious views of entire generations

The icon "Protection of the Most Holy Theotokos", the meaning of her intercession before God, was valued by people at all times. No believer has ever been left without her help. The Queen of Heaven helps people in difficult everyday situations, and also asks God for salvation for them

The old Moscow Cathedral Mosque on Prospekt Mira was remembered by the residents of the city for its incredible popularity on the days of the main Muslim celebrations - Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Adha. These days, the surrounding neighborhoods were blocked, and they were filled with thousands of worshipers

Reverend Savva Storozhevsky is well known in Russia, this miracle worker became famous for his piety and wisdom. Even during his lifetime, he was one of the very first followers of Sergius of Radonezh and was considered his student. But there is very little reliable information about him. Many believe that this is due to the fact that the elder lived more than a thousand years ago. Therefore, his biography was made according to the recollections of the monks and monks, who themselves met with the monk

Every person from birth is under the protection of a Guardian Angel. Sometimes we clearly feel a connection with him, he is able to protect from trouble and provide support, save him from committing a dubious act. So who is this, is it possible to determine who your Guardian Angel is by date of birth?

Penance - is it a way of healing, an attempt to correct a person or Divine punishment? What is the purpose of penance, and who has the right to impose it? Let's try to figure it out

The Cathedral of St. Stanislaus and St. Vladislav (Vilnius, Lithuania) is not only the main tourist attraction of the city, but also the main Roman Catholic church of the whole country. It is located at the foot of the Castle Hill, on top of which stands the tower of Gediminas. It is simply impossible to visit the capital of Lithuania and not see the cathedral, even if visiting it is not included in your plans. All the roads of the old part of the city lead to the cathedral square

Every Orthodox Christian should be able to write notes about he alth or repose according to the established canons. Those who are just coming to faith can learn about it from this article

This article tells about the life of Paraskeva Pyatnitsa, a saint who dedicated her life to the Lord, as well as about what needs to turn to the great martyr and what churches were built in her honor

This article describes the history of the acquisition of the Peschanskaya Icon of the Mother of God, its Wonderworking, draws a parallel with the Kazan image of the Blessed Virgin

The icon is the image we turn to in our prayers. This is a kind of mediator between us and the saint depicted on the canvas

Armenian and Russian cultures have long been closely intertwined. Probably, this was facilitated to a greater extent by some kinship of religions. More than 200 years ago, the first Armenian churches appeared in Moscow, the addresses of which changed all the time. Let's trace the history of their origin and flourishing

During the period of communism, Orthodoxy was not popular in our country. But in the last 20 years there has been a revival of old traditions. Therefore, this topic has become relevant. Let's talk about several church parishes and monasteries located in the Yaroslavl region and better known as the diocese of Rybinsk

God Dazhdbog is one of the most prominent figures of the Slavic pagan pantheon. The mention of him is preserved not only in folklore sources - myths, songs, rituals, sayings - but also in many well-known chronicles

The goddess of life of the Slavs - Alive, Egyptians, Romans, Greeks - Isis or Isis. She will be discussed in the article

In modern Orthodox Christianity, there is no more famous scientist, theologian, missionary than Father Alexander Schmemann, who devoted his life to serving high Christian ideals. His literary and theological heritage has turned many people's ideas about religion and Christianity upside down. He enjoys well-deserved authority not only among Orthodox, but also among Catholics

One of the five pillars of Islam is namaz, a prayer through which a person conducts a dialogue with the Almighty. By reading it, a Muslim pays tribute to devotion to Allah. Prayer is obligatory for all believers. Prayer must be read five times a day at a strictly set time for it. Wherever a person is, no matter what he is doing, he is obliged to perform prayer. The pre-dawn prayer is especially important. Fajr, as Muslims call it, has great power

Hallelujah! Many people pronounce this word without even thinking about its meaning. What does hallelujah really mean? So they say when they want to emphasize gratitude to God for a safe way out of the current problem, whether it be a crisis or illness, problems in the family or at work. In this article we will consider the meaning of this word, which is a church term

Every educated person should honor the traditions of his people and respect the religious beliefs of others. And how do Muslims treat their main relics, such as the hair of the Prophet Muhammad?

The article tells about the Assumption Cathedral in Khabarovsk, once destroyed in the wake of an anti-religious campaign and revived today. A brief outline of the history of its creation and the main events associated with it is given

This article reveals the concept of an ordinary church, its main architectural and construction features, describes the temple of Elijah Obydenny in Moscow

Tsminda Sameba Cathedral is one of the first places that tourists tend to visit in Tbilisi. It rises majestically on the hill of St. Elijah above the Georgian capital and is the Orthodox center of the country. Let's get acquainted with the history, features of architecture and shrines of the temple

Mosques of Ufa are places of spiritual peace and prayer. It is here that you can take a break from the frantic rhythm of a million-plus city and become a little closer to God. Each such temple has its own rich history, its own unusual aura and, of course, its parishioners

In the traditions of Christians, the ritual of consecration is used for all objects of great importance to a person, for example, a dwelling, a summer house, a car. If it is not possible to invite a priest, from the instructions of the holy fathers you can learn how to consecrate an apartment yourself

Godfathers in Russia have always been significant figures in human life. They accompanied him from the cross font. It was believed that God would surely hear their prayers

Sincere faith in God at all times helped a person to endure the harsh everyday life of earthly life. Turning to the Higher powers for help and support is a natural spiritual need for a believer. No matter what denomination he belongs to, he will always be taught how to pray correctly. at home

One of the most interesting regions in Russia in terms of culture and religion is Tatarstan. The republic has a very interesting geographical position, because there you can meet both an Orthodox person and a Muslim and even a Buddhist. Two religions are officially recognized in the region - Christianity and Islam, among which it is the first that is more widespread

Many believers are confused by completely commercial announcements that it is possible to transfer payment for prayer and order it in a monastery or church where a person has never been. These are indeed a bit strange proposals on the part of the temples, as they run counter to the main tenets related to custom prayers. Understanding what a special prayer means and in what cases it is read, you can ask the Lord on your own

In a world where TV screens and computers are constantly streaming information about local wars and global terrorism, I really want to find a reliable support that supports the desire for good in any normal person. The Elders of Athos give such hope to many

This article describes the emergence of the Christian Baptist Church, its formation, as well as the difficulties that arose along the way of its development. Affected by the description of the Second Baptist Church in Moscow

The article tells about one of the directions of world Protestantism, the followers of which call themselves members of the Christian Evangelical Church and deviate somewhat from the generally accepted canons in their doctrine. A brief outline of the history and subsequent development of this religious movement is given

Rublev's early work is characterized by a warm emotional coloring. The works written during this period are imbued with reverent joy and spiritual beauty. One of the most famous is the icon of the Nativity of Christ

In the south-west of Russia there is a glorious place about which legends have long circulated. This land is Diveevo, a monastery full of miracles and healing effects on those who go for help. Even abroad they know about Diveevo and the miraculous springs located here. Tourists from Germany, Latvia, France, Israel, Orthodox believers from many parts of the world come here

Among the civilizations of pre-Columbian America, the cultures of the Maya, Aztecs, Incas, who reached their greatest prosperity, are usually distinguished. They were formed in areas that were relatively isolated from each other. The Maya lived in the Yucatan Peninsula and present-day Guatemala, the Aztecs in Mexico, and the Incas in Peru. Nevertheless, according to researchers, for all their differences, the cultures of the Maya, Aztecs and Incas have a number of common features. Today's review will provide information about the religion and culture of the Maya

Faith in supreme patrons has existed throughout the entire meaningful life of people. Since ancient times, mankind has worshiped the gods in which they believed, built temples and churches, read prayers and left gifts. To this day, thousands of buildings have survived on our planet, where people of various religions gathered

The first country in the world where Christianity was adopted at the state level is Armenia. Yerevan is the city where the largest cathedral was built. This is a tribute to the memory of Gregory the Illuminator, who spread the Christian religion in the state

It seems that beautiful handwriting is a relic of the past. The modern world with its gadgets, short texts and audio messages has left the art of beautiful writing for true calligraphy fans. But you have to write by hand. And not only in their native language. Legible English handwriting can say a lot about the personality of the person writing. How to develop beautiful English handwriting?