Religion
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The Quran is the holy book of all Muslims. A unique creation, the true path for all believers. With its help, the world of Islam learns to live, follow the right path, determines the way of life of every devout Muslim. Therefore, under any circumstances and problems, it is recommended to resort to his help
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Today, many people attend church, and this is especially noticeable on the holidays of Easter, Christmas or Epiphany. However, not everyone who often attends divine services knows the order of the sacrament of confession. Often, when a person encounters this ritual for the first time, he is completely at a loss: what to say, how to behave, what is considered a sin and what is not? These and many other questions require clarification and reflection, because when coming to confession, you need to understand: what is the purpose and meaning of repentance
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The churches of Voronezh, which belongs to the Holy Places of Russia, played a key role in architecture and knowledge of God. The city has many ancient temples and monasteries, with unique and priceless myrrh-streaming icons. Intercession and St. Nicholas Church belong to the ancient buildings, cities and consecrated in honor of the most revered Saints in Russia
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The article tells about the Orthodox holiday called the Cathedral of the Archangel Gabriel. A brief overview of the information about this representative of the disembodied Heavenly forces known from the Holy Scriptures and Holy Tradition is given
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The suffering of the holy Bethlehem babies, the first martyrs, whose innocent blood was shed for the Savior of the world, seems inexplicable. But they became martyrs absolutely unconsciously, and in this, of course, there is a certain Providence of God
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Kiev Cross Patriarch Nikon is a reliquary, which was made by his order. Initially, it was intended for the Onega Monastery. Relics are the common name for containers where particles of the relics of saints were kept. They are made in various forms, one of which is the altar cross. They may contain particles of one or several saints. There are 108 of them in the described reliquary
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All the nations that have ever lived on our planet knew the secret words of turning to God, which were passed down from generation to generation. These words are called prayer. Orthodox Christians revere Jesus Christ. They know how to pray to God, how to ask His forgiveness and atone for their sin
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On September 15, 1677, Patriarch Joachim of Moscow and All Russia issued a blessed church-building charter to Prince Mikhail Yakovlevich Cherkassky for the construction of a new stone church to replace the dilapidated wooden one. After 6 years, the construction of a new Trinity Church in Ostankino was completed
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Traditionally in Russia, a prayer at a high temperature in a child is read to the Mother of God, Nicholas the Wonderworker, and, of course, many people turn to the Lord himself for help. Of course, any saint can pray for help and getting rid of the fever of a child. Often prayers are addressed to the Matrona of Moscow, Xenia of St. Petersburg, to St. Luke, to Sergius of Radonezh. Ask for relief from illness and a guardian angel
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Incense - what is it? Every person will answer this question without hesitation. Of course, everyone will say that this is church incense. But what is it? Is this a natural substance, or is it produced from any raw material? How long have people practiced fumigation with incense? Is incense only used in churches? What properties does this substance have and how does it affect he alth? Is it possible to burn it yourself at home?
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The question of what religion is followed in a particular country periodically arises in connection with the development of tourism. After all, few people want to go on a trip without imagining what kind of religion dominates in the place of their future vacation. Sri Lanka, for example, what will it require from a tourist? Is it possible to take short shorts, bikinis and tight tank tops to this country, or is it better to limit yourself to capri pants, thin shirts, sundresses and a classic closed swimsuit?
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According to Hindu treatises and mythology, the present universe must go through four great epochs, each of which is a complete cycle of cosmic creation and destruction. Hindu mythology deals with numbers so large that they are almost unimaginable. Hindus believe that the process of creation goes through a cycle, and that each cycle has four great yugas, or epochs of time
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Lunar and solar eclipses are not uncommon. As a rule, they happen 3-5 times a year. Magicians, sorcerers and astrologers consider them to be extremely important points in the life of every person
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Alice Bailey is a writer, spiritual mentor, wife and mother. She coped with the duty entrusted to her perfectly well, leaving behind a significant legacy in the form of books, brochures and lectures
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Chakras are imaginary energy centers in the human body, located along the spine. There are seven chakras in total, each of which is responsible for a certain part of the body at the physical level and a separate area of human activity. In this article, we will look at how the sixth chakra manifests itself - the center of spiritual vision and intuition
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The energy of the cosmos is what we have since birth. She has no concept of "good" or "bad". It is energy in its purest form, and where it will be directed depends only on the person himself. In order for it to work for the good, you need to change the way you think. Forget about the bad, do not judge others, do not focus on failures. Enjoy life and nature around, love yourself
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Exploring behavior, common traits and how the fate of people with a particular name is an interesting job. And even more exciting is to find out the result of this long-term observation in this publication. She will reveal to you the secret and meaning of the name Melissa, tell you what it means in the language of astrologers. Some character traits of its owner will become clear. The article will also tell the names of those men for whom a girl is more likely to marry safely
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An article for those who want an answer to the question of why a person becomes ill in church. There are many speculations about this. What do the priests say? What is really behind the bad he alth in the house of God? Let's look at this topic in detail in the article
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A few decades ago, the Christian religion was banned. Today, temples are open, classes are held in Sunday schools for children and adults. It would seem that no one interferes with faith. Is it so? What is the attitude towards religion in society? What does a believer have to face? Details - in the article
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It happens that a person comes to the temple, and his legs hurt, there is no strength to stand. He sits quietly on the bench, and the harmful temple granny is just waiting for this moment. He comes up to the man and begins to angrily utter in an old voice: “And why are you sitting down? You can’t sit in the temple! You can’t sit down to pray! The man got up and left the temple. Not even suspecting how mistaken this grandmother is, who made a remark to him
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Whatever the mind teaches us, the heart believes in miracles. And people who want to touch the miracle go in search of it on their own. Only deceivers are found who manipulate this desire and promise a wonderful life. One of these was the "old man" Alexy of Penza, whose name was Michael. How so? And so, there was no monastic tonsure, and even more so eldership
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There is an inconspicuous village in Russia. Antique, it is already four centuries old. It would seem that this is special, you think, the village. The thing is that in the village of Chekurskoye there is a very unusual priest. He specializes in the treatment of people in special need. Under the treatment should be understood reprimand. And today we will talk about the priest Oleg in more detail
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Malaki will not inherit the Kingdom of Heaven. And who are they? And why can't they go to Heaven? Let's talk about it in the article. What is hidden under the word "malakia", and why does this deed have a destructive effect on a person? Both on his body and on his soul
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On the territory of the Republic of Buryatia, you can meet Orthodox monasteries and Buddhist temples, as well as attend shamanic rituals. The Buryats are a colorful people with an interesting history that developed on the banks of the majestic Baikal. The religion and traditions of the Buryat people will be discussed in our article
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At all times there have been individuals who try to impose their concept on the world, almost always emphasizing a special connection with God. The Mormon sect has existed since 1827. Who are they and what do they do. What they preach. What rules exist in their sect. Are there Mormons in Russia
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At the same time, it is worth knowing that there are no former alcoholics and this disease is incurable. A person may not touch alcohol until the end of his days, consciously understanding the consequences of the first glass. But he still remains an alcoholic. Until the first sip, until the next breakdown, until the inevitable flight into the abyss. To prevent this from happening, the prayer of anonymous alcoholics, read at moments when it becomes inexpressibly empty in the soul, will help
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The Arian heresy is one of the most significant in the history of the medieval church. It appeared in the 9th century AD and shook the very foundations of Christianity. Even after several centuries, this teaching continues to influence the modern world
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The sin of condemnation is the most important spiritual vice of people. It is present in every person. Many do not perceive this as a sin. However, condemnation of one's neighbor is considered the most destructive and pernicious passion. It doesn't really matter who the person is judging. What matters is the fact that others are judged. It is considered natural: the crime must be punished, and retribution must overtake the sinner. But in Orthodoxy condemnation is a sin
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Within Islam, there is a method legalized by religion to get rid of the influence of genies. The sura for expelling the jinn is a common and widely known method that every righteous person can use and help himself and his family with the blessings of Allah
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This country is still little known to the majority, and almost no one even knows what religion is currently prevalent in Cambodia. About 95% of the population of Cambodia are Buddhists. The national minority, the Chams, are mostly Muslims. Many members of the hill tribes are animists. Taoism and Confucianism are widespread among the Chinese. Cambodians have traditionally been devout Buddhists, their beliefs included elements of animism, Hinduism and Chinese religions
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The spread of Islam in Dagestan stretched for hundreds of years. During this period, many events happened that are still considered tragic. Usually, the time when Islam came to Dagestan is usually divided into two stages: before and after the 10th century AD
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All the energies that we receive in the process of spiritual ascension come from the Universe. Many women are interested, once they hear the term "Kundalini energy", what it is. Today we will decipher this concept and find out if it is possible to awaken this energy
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The word "immaculate" is familiar to everyone. It is quite often found on the pages of books, it is often used by clergy, it is also mentioned in ordinary conversations. The meaning of this expression seems to be clear, therefore, few people think about what “immaculate” means. Meanwhile, the word can be used in different contexts and, accordingly, change semantic shades. Of course, context does not have much effect on its general meaning
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Sincere prayer coming from the heart from a rival is very strong. Without the woman's name, read, it is no weaker than the text in which it is mentioned. Moreover, often upset and perplexed women simply do not know what is really happening with their spouse. And assuming who acts as a homeowner, they are mistaken. Therefore, without having reliable information, you do not need to mention someone's name in your prayer
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Archimandrite Sophrony Sakharov remains a true conductor of Orthodoxy even after his death through his literary works, which still bring saving light into the dark souls of people. His books have been translated into different languages of the world. The most familiar to the Russian reader is "Elder Silouan of Athos"
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When a person begins to take the first steps towards the Lord, he encounters various problems. How to dress properly in the temple? Is it possible to come to church with makeup on, to venerate icons while being unclean (“critical days” for women)? How to behave in the temple? And questions relating to certain sacraments constantly baffle neophytes
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The Epiphany Abraham's Monastery, the photo of which can be seen below, is located in a beautiful place on the shore of Lake Nero in Rostov Veliky. This one of the oldest monasteries in Russia is an unsurpassed historical monument of architecture and church culture
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In order for this sacrament to be performed according to Orthodox canons, you still need to adhere to some rules that need to be taken into account. After all, a certain measure of responsibility for a worthy communion lies with the parents, who must be aware that this is not a rite or a ritual that is performed symbolically. And this is not some kind of magic or magical action in imitation of neighbors and friends
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Since ancient times, Crimea has been home to various peoples. Until now, a large number of religious buildings have been preserved here, including the unique shrines of Orthodoxy. Addresses of temples in Simferopol are known to many pilgrims and connoisseurs of architectural and religious historical monuments
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St. Peter and Paul Cathedral in Gomel is the most famous religious building in the Republic of Belarus. This temple is a real monument of Orthodox architecture, miraculously preserved to this day in all its splendor