Articles related to "Fear Of God"

Taqwa is a comprehensive word found in the Quran that carries the meaning of fear, respect, and reverence for God. The Muslim strives to achieve this attribute.

Some believe that God uses his power to help ordinary people do extraordinary work. There are special qualities he looks for in men and women that enable them to succeed.

The Londoners took Elizabeth's coronation procession to present their new queen with an image of the type of ruler they wanted: a good, wise, just, and Protestant ruler.

Christmas is really a latter day tradition. Harvest festivals have always surrounded the winter solstice.

Once called the Divine Guido, Reni took many posthumous critical punches in the late 19th century, but recent years have brought renewed appreciation and respect.

Believers struggling with thoughts against God should take refuge in the Holy Spirit, reaffirm their beliefs and draw nearer to the Lord--but may also seek help for OCD.

There are teachings in the Bible that give advice and encouragement to adolescents and teenagers on resisting negative peer pressure and avoiding bad influences.

A ring is commonly worn as a token of love and marriage; however it is also a significant cultural and historical symbol for power, luck and slavery.

The Great Commission encourages Christians to share their faith with everyone, which includes those from other faiths.

The English\Scottish Border lands were often laid waste in the Reiving Times. The Church, reliant for its welfare on the produce of its parishioners, suffered greatly.

Because of the spiritual nature involved, religious obsessive-compulsive disorder (scrupulosity) must be approached and dealt with from a unique angle.

Puritan men feared losing control of their women. So, in 1692, they found a way to control them; causing hysteria throughout their village.

The midnight ride of Paul Revere was joined by many other Sons of Liberty blanketing Middlesex Co., risking their lives to warn the Minutemen that "The Regulars are out!"

Why were witch trials relatively numerous in 17th-century New England, but much less so in the other colonies? The answer lies in New England's Puritan religion.

Baseball is unique because of its obsession with statistics and its rich and complex terminology. Here is the first volume of a dictionary of baseball slang terms.

Truthful speech is called for in the Quran. It is tied hand in hand with belief and reverence. "O you who believe! Be reverent to Allah and say the 'right' word" 33:70

A guide for budding comics who are thinking of getting on stage for the first time or want to develop their career in stand-up comedy.

Islamic mysticism has a rich Sufi tradition made famous by Rumi and the legendary whirling dervishes. How does this relate to traditional Islam?

John Bunyan experienced tormenting thoughts, constant religion-related anxiety and an intense fear of sin - all of which are signs of his scrupulosity.

In Islam fear of God, obedience to God and sacrificing for God's cause are stages (that should be maintained) on the spiritual path to something better; love for God.

Kobe vs. LeBron is no longer written in stone. At this point, it may not even be penciled in at your everyday office pool.

The five bhavas are different attitudes a devotee may adopt when relating to the Divine.

British philosopher Antony Flew was a renowned atheist for over 50 years until the principle "follow the evidence where it leads" led him to believe that there is a God.

The Salzburg region contains 22 major ski resorts with skiing and snowboarding on 1100 miles of trails and, under Ski Europe's guidance, we next skied Zell am See.

Previously on The Ruins: The Champions won for the millionth time in a row. Brad and Darrell got sent home penniless for fighting.

A Christian devotion for Christmas Eve offers scripture, reflection, activity and prayer on the nativity of Jesus Christ.