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The Widow’s Mite is a biblical story found in the New Testament of the Christian Bible, specifically in the books of Mark 12:41-44 and Luke 21:1-4. It’s a narrative that illustrates the concept of sacrificial giving and highlights the value of generosity. The story takes place in the temple where Jesus observes people offering their …
A “miracle” that seems to produce more holy fistfights than holy revelations. For centuries, Christians have kept a tradition of following the footsteps of Christ from the night before he died, from his trial, his agony in Gethsemane, and his journey to Calvary. The exact historical path is disputed, one path leading from Gethsemane, through the …
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Over the past sixty-three years the Monastery Icons collection has become the most popular and beloved Christian liturgical art, displayed in thousands of churches, homes, and schools throughout the world. It’s now seen in every home, and were also regarded as an essential decorative element of the church. Icons are one of the oldest types …
The cross is one of the most recognizable symbols in the world. Throughout history there have been many variations of the cross, each holding historical or cultural significance. The Greek cross, Latin cross, Celtic cross, and the Jerusalem cross are just a few examples of the different types of crosses created throughout the history of …