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Christian Symbols & Meanings
Christians have used symbols throughout history as a way to identify with each other. Here are the meanings of those symbols made easy for kids to understand.
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Goodness in the movie Starman
Symbolic forms of Christianity found in contemporary movies can be self-revealing and even inspiring.
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Rabbit/Hare: Trickster-Fear Caller
Rabbit/Hare represents different qualities to various cultures. Many cultures consider him Trickster, like Coyote, Raven and Crow. Explore his symbolism and lore.
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Sunday School Crafts
Here are a few crafts that can be used when you are teaching Sunday School. They are not difficult to make and require few materials. Get creative with your lessons!
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The Tower of Babel
Pieter Bruegel's rendition is a symbol of his contemporary city of Antwerp.
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Angels, Icons & Religious Imagery
How were angels depicted in early Christian art? Why were they used on icons from Byzantine Egypt?
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Carnation and Poppy Symbols in Art
The carnation and the poppy have been revered for their beauty and given symbolic meanings since ancient times.
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An A-Z Guide to Common Cemetery Icons
Here you will find an alphabetical listing of common icons found in many cemeteries. Each symbol has its own unique meaning. Thus, when carved on headstones, each symbol silently suggests the life story of the people they represent.
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Christianity in Kent: Not Exactly an Inquisition
Christianity came slowly to Saxon England. But once started, it never stopped.
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Easter Traditions in Ukraine
Christian and pagan rituals have merged in Ukraine to create annual springtime customs that celebrate the end of winter and the resurrection of Christ.
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Glastonbury: More Christian "Borrowing"
Glastonbury Abbey is another example of the Christian practice of "borrowing" places and traditions from other peoples and othe religions.
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Northumbria: Battleground of Christianity
Northumbria was the battleground of Christianity in the 7th century.
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The History of the Holy Grail
Thanks to Dan Brown, the Holy Grail is famous around the world. The roots of the legend lie 900 years ago, in medieval tales of King Arthur and his knights.
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Highhlights of Visiting Bethlehem
A few years ago Christians couldn't visit Bethlehem. Although it's under Palestinian authority, the birthplace of Jesus Christ is now open to tourists.
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Seeing Life in the Round
Reflections on traveling to one's ancestral homeland as a part of the individuation process.
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What Did They Mean By That?
Symbols, symbols, everywhere but do you know what they all mean? A look at a few of the symbols from history that you may not know much about.
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An Introduction to Cinderella Projects
A brief introduction to Cinderella projects on the internet with links provided to major sites
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Christmas Trees on College Campus
Trees, Santas, and other Christmas symbols on campus: do they belong? Here are both sides of this heated issue.
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Essential Singapore
Detailing arguably the best hotel in Singapore plus what to see in this viubrant Asian city where east meets west in the very best possible way.
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Life In Alemanni Liechtenstein Part 2
Daily life for the Alemanni who lived in the Liechtenstein valley was harsh but fullfilling by standards back then.
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Mammal Symbols in Art
The dolphin, ape, ermine, stag, rabbit, donkey, camel, fox, and rat represent hidden meanings in Medieval and Renaissance paintings.
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The Traditions of Christmas
A look at the history of various Christmas traditions including Christmas trees, Santa Claus, mistletoe, holly and Christmas cards.
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There's Nothing Plain about Plantain!
The next time you feel the itch of a mosquito or the sting of a bee, run out to your yard and grab a free remedy...that "weed" *gasp!* HERB called Plantain is your best bet! And that's not it's only benefit...
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What Did James Joyce Mean When He Wrote Ulysses Anyway ? Part V
As can be seen in the previous four articles, James Joyce took the novel to new heights, and carried the mind of the reader to places where he or she had never been taken before, by re-telling an old story in a new place and time. This article is the fifth in a series looking at Ulysses. In this article, we delve into the meaning of a strange word: Chrysostomos.
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Orthodox Christian Iconography
The article explains the iconography of the Orthodox Church.
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Christmas In Eastern, Central and Northern Europe
Christmas traditions, markets, customs & more in this wonderful part of the world!
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