Religion 2024, November
The abbot of a monastery is a person who has devoted himself entirely to serving God and his community. It is difficult to describe in words all the hardships and duties that fall on the shoulders of a monk who has assumed this position
It is difficult for an uninitiated person to understand the hierarchy of the clergy, especially individual ranks. Their understanding will improve the education of a person, as well as one step closer to God
The Orthodox world is great. His light illuminated many countries and peoples. All of them are one universal church. But, unlike the Catholic world, subordinate to the Pope, a single ruler, the Universal Church is divided into independent
The article tells about the main shrine of the Christian world - the Jerusalem Church of the Resurrection of Christ, better known as the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. A brief overview of its centuries-old history is given, the beginning of which was laid by the holy Equal-to-the-Apostles Empress Elena
The vestments of a priest may indicate his position in the Orthodox Church. Also, different robes are used for worship and for everyday wear
Acceptance of monastic vows is one of the mysterious rites, during which a person takes monasticism for life, and makes a promise to fulfill certain vows for life. In return, the Lord rewards a person with extraordinary grace, which can be immediately felt. In the Orthodox religion, monasticism is divided into three different degrees, namely, cassock, mantle (small schema) and schema (great schema)
Islam is one of the youngest religions on the planet, it differs significantly from ancient religious beliefs and currently has the most followers around the world. For the uninitiated or those recently converted, it is very difficult to observe all the daily rituals that are prescribed for devout Muslims. It is especially difficult for many to determine the direction of the qibla, without which it is impossible to perform namaz and a host of other ritual actions
The very name Anna is translated from Hebrew as “grace”, and many women who have this miraculous name are somehow distinguished by incredible virtue. In Christianity, there are several saints Anne, each of which left a deep mark both in the religion itself and in the hearts of believers
The monastic orders of the Middle Ages are a significant part of history. It was they who carried the light of knowledge through the centuries of darkness, made available to us many philosophical works of Antiquity. The history of monastic orders is the history of the struggle of spirituality and education for the right to be the main driving forces of development
Today in the world there is a huge number of different religions, traditions, mystical and philosophical schools, teachings, cults, organizations. And even a person far from all this somehow heard the term "monotheism". Interestingly, a direct synonym for this word is "monotheism". But how is this term to be understood? What does it include? What is monotheism?
How to become a monk is a question that every person who has firmly decided to take the vows asks himself. Having embarked on a path that implies farewell to life's blessings and departure from the world, it is impossible to go through it quickly. Priests advise not to rush, as life in a monastery is far from suitable for everyone who dreams of it. What needs to be done in order to realize your desire?
Patriarch Pimen Izvekov was the primate of the Russian Orthodox Church for a long nineteen years: from June 3, 1971 to May 3, 1990. Despite the fact that a quarter of a century has passed since the death of this famous hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church, to this day some pages of his biography remain unknown to the public and are of great interest to Orthodox believers
The article tells about the life and martyrdom of the holy Apostle Bartholomew, who was one of the closest disciples of the followers of Jesus Christ. A brief overview of information gleaned from the New Testament and a number of apocryphal works is given
Egyptian mythology is replete with various gods and deities, whose purpose is not so easy to understand. In this article I want to talk about who the goddess Nut is, what her functions were, and how she was portrayed
Some people think the saints don't help us. Is it so? Why? All because there is little faith in us, we do not really know how to ask for help, everything is somehow pattered, on the run, by the way. That's how we live
In today's world, people often hear about God or the Bible on TV, radio, or through acquaintances. Many words from the Holy Scriptures are heard, including the word "sin". Faced with the unknown, we do not know what it is and how new knowledge is applicable to our lives. To find out the answers to your questions, let's go on an interesting tour of the Bible and the Koran, consider the concept and types of sin, what are the punishments for sin and how to save the soul from eternal suffering. Sin
The Baha'i religion: what is it - a new sect or a path to the salvation of all mankind? We will try to answer this question below
The Trinity of God is a topic that has troubled people's minds for many hundreds of years. The mysterious and incomprehensible Personality of Godhead raises a lot of questions and assumptions. It is impossible to understand the mystery of God with the human mind, everyone tries to interpret the scripture in their own way, but some versions and assumptions and biblical verses help to lift the veil of mystery
Christianity is over two thousand years old. During this time, many people have managed to show their best human qualities, for which believers revere them as saints
The construction of the unusually beautiful snow-white and majestic Cathedral of the Transfiguration of the Savior, which is the pearl of the city of Belaya Tserkov (Ukraine), is associated with the name of the Orthodox landowner Alexandra Vasilievna Branitskaya. In old age, they began to call her the countess-temple publisher, this is indicated by archival documents, since she promised to build twelve Orthodox churches
The Assumption Church in Arkhangelsk was originally wooden and was created in honor of the day of the Assumption of the Mother of God. It was erected in the 17th century on the Salny Coast. Years passed, the wooden building became dilapidated. There was a need to build a stone church. But the era of socialism did not spare this building either. It was practically wiped off the face of the earth. Now the temple has been restored, a Sunday school has been created with it, there is a library building
Prayer for pride, which is addressed to the saints, is not a magic ritual or magic spell. This is a daily spiritual work of a person, for which sincere repentance, firm faith and a desire to change, get rid of sin and inclination to it are necessary
Bishop Panteleimon Orekhovo-Zuevsky is an unusual person, exclusively spiritual and public, who brings faith, goodness, joy, mutual understanding to the world. This article tells about his affairs, meetings, activities of the Orthodox help service "Mercy", including international ones, headed by him
According to the spiritual belief of most Hindus and religious figures, the adoption of austerities during this period of the lunar cycle is very beneficial for he alth and spiritual purification. This article will talk about this tradition, which originates in Southeast Asia
In this article you will learn what the Shia azan is, get acquainted with the history of the Koran and the eternal disputes about Christianity and Islam. The history of the religion of Islam and the revelations of the prophet Muhammad about the Muslim people
In how to properly cross another person, many believers have difficulty. Indeed, if you make over someone, and not over yourself, the usual movement of the sign of the cross, then the order of the shoulders will be violated. Does it matter? And how to invoke a blessing on another person correctly, without violating the canons? Why is it necessary to be baptized? Such questions are relevant for many people who, for whatever reason, do not dare to ask their clergyman in the temple
What is the Hanbali madhhab? Who is its founder? You will find answers to these and other questions in the article. Madh-habs are called religious-legal schools. The Islamic creed has been around for centuries. During this time, an impressive number of schools were formed, some of which were only political and theological, while others were theological. What is the Hanbali madhhab, we will find out below
To understand what to ask for in front of the image of the holy elder, you need to know who this person was and why he was awarded canonization. Not so long ago, the elder acquired the official status of a “saint”. Paisius the Holy Mountaineer, whose icon helps people cope with various troubles and misfortunes, was canonized as a saint in the present century, in 2015
What are the prayers from sorcerers? How should they be read? You will find answers to these and other questions in the article. Damage or an evil eye sent by someone is nothing more than an evil action of envious people and ill-wishers. Enemy spellcasting power can be destroyed with a prayer word. The Almighty and His Satisfiers protect our sinful soul, forgiving all mistakes. Some very effective prayers from sorcerers will be considered below
The desire to continue one's own kind is characteristic of every person living in this world. Sooner or later, a period in life is sure to come in which people feel an urgent need for children, a desire to pass on their experience and knowledge to their descendants. They also think about continuing themselves on this Earth. But, unfortunately, the sacrament of conception does not happen in every relationship between a man and a woman
People are afraid of their own death, but separation from their neighbors is even more frightening. When a loved one dies, the state of those who loved him cannot be described. Orthodox Christians do not succumb to despondency and intense grief, they pray for the deceased. For what reason is the body buried on the third day after death, what days are especially important for the commemoration of the soul, and what should not be done during the commemoration? The material provides detailed answers
When people talk about the miraculous icons of the Mother of God found in the Yaroslavl land, they usually mean the image brought to the city by the holy princes Vasily and Konstantin. However, the Yaroslavl Icon of the Mother of God is not the only miraculous image of the Blessed Virgin associated with the city. No less famous and revered are the Kazan and Pechersk icons
Which days do they get married in the church? How is this amazing ceremony performed? You will find answers to these and other questions in the article. Many want to connect their fate with their loved one, not just having received parting words from the registry office, but also getting married in a Christian church. It is important that this episode be a deliberate, serious step, and not turn out to be an ordinary tribute to fashion
Of course, the prayer for a prisoner, for the release of a person and the preservation of his he alth in prison, has its own characteristics. What should be avoided by one who seeks mercy from the Almighty? Own judgment. You should not blame in your thoughts or, conversely, justify the one for whom you are praying. Only the Lord can condemn a person, and He is also able to free his soul from sins
The Al-Fatih prayer is one of the most revered in the Koran. The power and significance of the sura, as well as its influence on a person, have been proven more than once. Every Muslim who performs prayer recites these verses several times a day
There are many deceivers in the world who hide behind the name of the Lord. Christ himself spoke about them, but modern people are simply eager to meet spiritual elders and priests. This is used by sectarians, schismatics and heretics. Among these is a certain hieromonk Abel (Semenov). ROC bans him as a minister
Even one who lives righteously, does not commit any evil deeds and does not have bad intentions, is surrounded by envious people. Prayer helps believers cope with this situation. Such prayer does not guarantee protection from the offender, his actions and bad intentions, since it is not a miraculous spell. One should pray only with deep and sincere faith in the power of the Lord, without doubts in it
Like any other prayers, from insomnia, Orthodox requests to the Almighty and the saints can be pronounced both in their own words and using ready-made texts. Prayer is a daily work for a Christian. You should not expect that after reading a few words once, a person will immediately and forever get rid of problems with going to bed
The names of these saints are invariably associated with the creation of Slavic writing and other educational activities. However, they are revered not only for translating the texts of Holy Scripture and creating the alphabet, but also for the fact that they provide all kinds of help and patronize people who pray about it
Atheism comes from the Greek word for godlessness, it is a certain worldview. It is based on the assertion of the materiality of the world. Explains the laws of nature and phenomena from a scientific point of view, without involving God (gods) and other supernatural forces