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The Monastery of Saint Catherine

The Monastery of Saint Catherine

At the foot of Mount Sinai, in the heart of the Sinai Peninsula, stands one of the oldest and most revered Christian monasteries in the world—the Monastery of Saint Catherine. Enclosed within ancient stone walls and surrounded by rugged desert mountains, this sacred site has endured for over fifteen

Saint Paul the Apostle: A Pillar of Early Christianity

Saint Paul the Apostle: A Pillar of Early Christianity

Few figures in Christian history have shaped the faith as profoundly as Saint Paul the Apostle. Born in Tarsus, a city in the Roman province of Cilicia, around the beginning of the first century AD, Paul—originally known as Saul—was a devout Jew of the tribe of Benjamin and

All Saints' Day

All Saints' Day

All Saints’ Day is a solemn and joyful occasion in the Christian calendar, dedicated to honoring all the saints, known and unknown, who have lived lives of holiness and now dwell in the presence of God. Its roots trace back to the early centuries of Christianity, when the faithful began

Baptism

Baptism

Baptism stands as one of the oldest and most universally recognized rites within Christianity. Its roots reach deep into the early Church, carrying forward the example set by Jesus Himself. In the Gospel accounts, Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist in the Jordan River, an act recorded in all

Food and Meals in Daily Life in Biblical Times

Food and Meals in Daily Life in Biblical Times

In biblical times, food was not only a daily necessity but a central part of life, family, hospitality, and faith. The meals shared by the people of ancient Israel offer a window into their culture and the rhythms of their everyday life. These practices also help modern readers understand the

Paul's Vision on the Road to Damascus

Paul's Vision on the Road to Damascus

Paul’s vision on the road to Damascus stands as one of the most defining moments in early Christian history. It marks a sudden and dramatic turning point—not only in the life of one man, but in the spread of Christianity across the Roman world. This event, recorded in

The Star of Bethlehem

The Star of Bethlehem

The Star of Bethlehem, also known as the Christmas Star, holds a unique place in the story of Jesus’ birth and in the history of Christianity. It is mentioned in the Gospel of Matthew as the celestial sign that guided wise men from the east to the newborn child. Though