Israel is one of the youngest States. On the political map of the world it appeared only in 1949. However, the old tradition, carefully preserved by the Jews throughout the world, with the creation of the state of Israel has received a new development. Judaism as the national religion of the Jews, has in Israel the most important, although the Zionists who founded the Jewish state, did not give any religion the status of state.

In various movies, world-weary characters often pronounce the phrase "I'm going to the monastery!" What this monastery and why people change their habitual way of life for monastic existence?

Christian architecture is striking in its uniqueness. In the Orthodox tradition construction can meet majestic Cathedrals, accommodating several thousand people, small churches and very small chapel, where quite a few dozen people. In Christianity there is a significant difference between temples and chapels.

In Christian liturgical practice so many different kinds of Church services. They accompany man from birth to death. The last way Christians see off relatives at the funeral. In this rite is the prayer.

An ordinary person comes to understand the sinfulness of its existence only when events happen to him, radically altering his view of the world. At such moments, a person is most vulnerable to impure thoughts and can take a number of actions that are incompatible with the moral norms of society. How to cleanse your soul from sin? Follow these instructions which are intended for the Orthodox people.

If you got in any Orthodox Church, is not superfluous to know exactly what parts it consists of, why the need for these sacred areas, because almost each of them is the centuries-old culture and traditions of many generations of believers.

Hard to find in the world culture more common symbol than the cross. For Christians the cross is the main relic related to the life and death of Jesus Christ. However, different branches of Christianity since its inception and to this day debate about the form and substance of the cross as the main object of worship.

The burial of Muslims all subject to the strict rules of Sharia. Those of the Gentiles who was present at the burial, saying that it has a fascinating solemnity and austerity.

Icon – a symbol of faith and salvation, it is a special image of the faces of the saints, the son of God and our lady. Icons there are many, they are special, to be revered but always canonical. There is even a classification of icons.

God created good and perfect the world has changed after the fall. Now all things created by man, are considered unclean. Orthodox Christians dear and important for them tried to sanctify the Church.

It is believed that the icon of our lady called "the inexhaustible Cup" helps to heal not only from alcoholism but also for drug addiction. For recovery before it is necessary to read special prayers.

German Sterligov was one of the first Russian multi-millionaires, Manager, businessman and politician, became famous not only thanks to its rich past. At the time, he impressed the Russians a waiver of all benefits of civilization and leaving the family to the country. Where today lives a former multi-millionaire?

Orthodox Christians around the world are awaiting an important historical event of the pan-Orthodox Council. Expectations from the meeting of representatives of all the Autocephalous Orthodox Churches divided. Most of the Christians responded enthusiastically to the news of the convening of the Council on the island of Crete, others are concerned and talking about the terrible consequences of such acts.

The Holy Trinity is one of the fundamental concepts of the Christian faith. It distinguishes Christianity from the other Abrahamic religions: the belief in one God and in Islam and in Judaism, but the concept of the Trinity is unique to Christianity. It is not surprising that such an important concept reflected in the iconography.

In the Church calendar there are special days that commemorated the dead. These dates in the Christian tradition are referred to as Ecumenical parental Saturday. May 30 Church of the Trinity parent makes Saturday the commemoration of all the departed Orthodox Christians.

In the Orthodox tradition there are four multi-day fasting, which promotes the spiritual perfection of man. 8 June 2015 in the Orthodox Church there comes a time Peter's fast, which ends the 12th of July on the feast day of the Holy apostles Peter and Paul.

They say everyone has their own road to God. And they say, inscrutable are the ways of God, and it means that God leads each to his particular darling. Someone falls road is bumpy, full of pain and suffering. Someone is relatively light, but in the end, what do we know about the lives of others, to judge the lightness of their being. The main thing that God expects of each and the approach to it in only the man himself.

In the Orthodox Christian tradition, the commemoration of the events of Jesus Christ's ascension into heaven is one of 12 major feasts of the Church. This holiday is celebrated on the 40th day after Easter. In 2015, the Ascension of Christ is celebrated on the 21st of may on the new calendar style.

In vitro fertilization (IVF) has given the joy of parenthood to many couples who could not conceive naturally. It would seem that such medical technology is welcome, but the Church has a different opinion.

The Kaaba, which literally translated from Arabic means "cube", and in the more accurate context "tall, revered place," located in Mecca, site of the Haram is sacred to Muslims.

In the Orthodox Church calendar have the twelve major Christian holidays, the name of the twelve. One of such celebrations is the feast of the Holy Trinity.

In the Orthodox Christian practice to take the blessing of the priest on any important matters, do not impact negatively on the spiritual life. This may be a blessing in rule of prayer, work, wedding, travel and other vital for the man of action.

The number of names in the calendar over the past half century has increased considerably, so to match the Orthodox name given at birth, or pick up similar in meaning or consonance, it will not be easy. In the absence of such, the final decision will be taken by the parents or the person upon reaching the age of reason. Of course, in line with the priest.

The marriage ceremony among different peoples and representatives of different religions has its own characteristics. For example, those adherents of Islam who strictly adhere to religious rules, try to hold wedding ceremonies in full compliance with them.

Buddhism is one of the most common and revered in the world of religion. Particularly popular is the doctrine received among the broad masses of the population of East, Southeast and Central Asia. The word "Buddhism" comes from the Sanskrit "Buddha" means "enlightened one." The essence of Buddhism outlined in the noble truths, given to humanity by the Buddha.

The first month of summer marked the great twelve great feasts of the Orthodox Church calendar. However, there are other special events that occur this month in all Orthodox temples of Russia.

The Holy month of Ramadan – a special time for Muslims. In this month many years ago people was sent down the Qur'an, the doctrine of the instruction on the right way, and the difference between truth and lies. In the period of Ramadan is usually fast, but it is important to cleanse not only the body but the soul. Muslims devote that time to spiritual enlightenment, learn tolerance, forgiveness and compassion.

The Bible is the most common book on earth, translated into 2,500 of the world's languages. And what language it was written? How did humans get a chance to read it in your native language?

Baptism – the Orthodox sacrament when the person is reborn again to pure life with faith and God in the soul. The baptism of your child's celebration doubly heartwarming and light, and to take part in it I want all the friends and family of the baby. In this case, you need to consider in advance of the christening of the child and to decide how you will spend them.

The mother of God has always been one of the most venerated saints in Russia. She is the patroness of Russia, so there are many icons depicting her image. One of them – "the inexhaustible chalice".