Articles related to "Mary Magdalene"



Georges de La Tour's Magdalen Paintings
French Baroque painter Georges de La Tour depicted the famed conversion of Mary Magdalene in four different works.
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The Easter Story: He Arose
For Christians, Easter is a time to reflect on what God has given to them by sending His Son, Jesus Christ, to die for their sins. It is also a time to consider what it means to them since He arose from the dead.
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Mary Magdalene and the Devalued Feminine
What archetypal significance might Mary Magdalene have and why is she now drawing so much attention?
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Final Interview: Ellen Ekstrom, author of The Legacy
Second part of Ellen Ekstrom's interview!
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The Enigma of Mary Magdalene
Two thousand years have done nothing to quench the curiosity over Mary of Magdalen. What follows is a overview of the most controversial woman in the New Testament.
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St. Mary Magdalen: July 22 Feast Day
Learn more about a July saint, St. Mary Magdalen. Learn about traditional church teachings about her, read the Bible story attributed to her and read some of my thoughts. Share your ideas in the discussion area.
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The Da Vinci Code
I just finished one of the best books I’ve ever read – <b>The Da Vinci Code</b> by Dan Brown. This best-seller, 36 weeks on the New York Times best-seller list and counting, has captured the imagination of readers everywhere – me included.
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The Easter Challenge
Can the Easter story, so important to Christianity, be made coherent ? According to the Easter Challenge, it can't.
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Hieros Gamos
Hierogamy as a ritual has ancient roots in the spiritual traditions, most notable are the symbolic representations of it within Christianity. What is it?
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New Bible sparkles in Hollywood
Denzel Washington, Blair Underwood, Heavy D read, sing and act in new audio Bible
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Passion of The Christ ... I've seen the film.
A review of The Passion of the Christ, a film by Mel Gibson.
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The Da Vinci Code
It's a book. It's a movie. It's a cultural phenomenon. But is it any good?
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The Da Vinci Code
I just finished one of the best books I’ve ever read – <b>The Da Vinci Code</b> by Dan Brown. This best-seller, 36 weeks on the New York Times best-seller list and counting, has captured the imagination of readers everywhere – me included.
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The Resurrection
Now in the place where he was crucified there was a garden; and in the garden a new sepulcher, wherein was never man yet laid. . .
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Easter: I Have Seen the Lord!
Easter fun and Easter serious.
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The Custom of Giving Russian Easter Eggs and It's Origins
This article, one in a four part series, explores the political and religious influences on the unique Russian gift tradition of giving eggs at Easter.
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Leonardo and Milan's Santa Maria delle Grazie
For anyone who wants to unravel the "code" in Dan Brown's novel, they must take a look at DaVinci's other masterpiece, The Last Supper, housed in a small Milan convent.
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Dan Brown Versus Catholicism
The release of the movie The Da Vinci Code staring Tom Hanks enraged some sections of the Catholic Church. Here is a look at why.
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How to Make Sweet Potato Cheesecake
Got leftover sweet potatoes? Or yams? You're in luck. There may be a cheesecake in your future!
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The Academy Award Winners That Should Have Been: Part 1
With the 73rd Academy Awards now a memory, I present the first film in a new series where I discuss and defend truly great motion pictures which failed to receive major Academy Award recognition because they were deemed too controversial at the time ... this week, I begin a 2-part review and defense of one of the most controversial of all time ... Martin Scorsese's masterpiece, <i>The Last Temptation of Christ</i>.
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The English Old Rose Hybrid Roses
The original English Roses are a result of breeding Old Roses with Hybrid Teas and Floribundas and this group is close to Old Roses in character.
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Travelsleuth's Diary: December Highlights
The Travelsleuth's eclectic and constantly updated monthly listing of Royal, social, cultural and sporting events in London and the Shires of England. This month: Christmas Festivals. <B>Updated 11 December: Court Circular.</B>
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What is Gnosticism?
Gnostic beliefs find a place in several religious schools of thought all over the world. Followers of Gnosticism believed in the redeeming power of divine wisdom.
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Meanings Behind Easter Symbols in Art
A look at the representation and symbolism of Easter in Fine Art paintings and in folklore. What is the meaning behind the Easter Bunny, the Lamb and Eggs?
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Dan Brown's Women and Religion Diverge
The movie, Angels and Demons, based on the novel by the same name by Dan Brown, has just been released. It's a good time to look at Brown's themes of women and religion.
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Religious Film Epics of the 1920s
Hollywood in the 1920s discovered a gold mine in religious epic style movies. Helping to lead the way was Cecil B. DeMille who blended biblical stories with sex.
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Review – Racing Toward Armageddon
Michael Baigent takes a hard look at Christianity, Islam, and Judaism, and how the adherents of all three religions believe the world is "racing towards Armageddon."
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Jack Black to play King Herod
Actor Jack Black to play King Herod in one-off Jesus Christ Superstar performance
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Jesus, Mary (but not Joseph) on the Web
A round-up of provocative, entertaining and educational "stuff" on the net, of interest to Catholics.
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"Superstar" Musical Ends Tour with Film Jesus
After almost two years on the road, the touring production of the classical rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar came to an end in Tampa, FL.
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Artist Profile: Richard Shindell
His profound, poetic songs about life and love have captured the hearts of many listeners. Yet Richard Shindell is definitely not a household name. Here is why he should be.
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Holy royalty: the Merovingians
The Merovingians get the holy treatment in "The Da Vinci Code," yet the first leaders of the empire of the Franks are better known for more earthly accomplishments.
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Importance of the Resurrection
A reasoned explanation of the Resurrection, around which the Christian faith is based.
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"If a man die, shall he live again?"
My opinion on "Life After Death". I cannot believe that this world is all there is to our eternity.
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Cambridge University
Cambridge University has a world renowned reputation for its academic achievement. But ifs founding occurred almost by chance, as the result of a murder.
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Claus Sluter - 14th-century Sculptor
Master of Northern Late Gothic sculpture, Claus Sluter was a prominent artist at the court of the Duke of Burgudy Philip II the Bold in Dijon, France.
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David LaChapelle: Cultural Commentary
Photographer and film director David LaChapelle has been called a surrealist, shock artist, phony, and genius of the boorish celebrity world that Americans love to hate.
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Detailed timeline of Easter
The events of that first Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday, also called the "three days of death"
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Easter Baby Girl Names
Parents expecting a baby girl during the weeks leading up to Easter may wish to honor their infant with a name that captures the significance of the Christian holiday.
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God Chicks: Living Life as a 21st Century Woman
Author Holly Wagner desires for the reader to understand how important each woman's life is, not just to herself, her family or friends, but to God.
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How to Make Blue Cheese Potatoes Au Gratin
This easy recipe elevates everyday au gratin potatoes to a dish you'll be proud to serve to company or take to the next potluck. A bain-marie (water bath) does the trick.
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Jesus: History, Mystery and Doubt II
Discussion of historical Jesus and the modern "scientific" mode of professional research and investigation and their impact on contemporary perceptions of Jesus as a historical personage and the Christ of faith.
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Multiplication of Food in Lives of the Saints
Although the multiplication of food in the Gospels is well known, it is a lesser known mystery that many Catholic saints were able to produce similar miracles.
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Novus Spiritus
Novus Spiritus combines the love of God with seeking out knowledge and truth.
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Review of The Birth of Venus by Sarah Dunant
The Birth of Venus sheds light on the female experience of one of Europe's most transformative periods of history.
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Talking Back to Dan Brown
A professor of literature at London University, Roberts takes offense to the errors in Dan Brown's writing style and the faulty reasoning underlying "The Da Vinci Code"
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The Gift of Prophecy
Prophecy in the lives of the Catholic Saints was usually related on a personal level regarding the lives of individual people, rather than world events.
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The Language of Flowers
Flowers are the ideal gift for just about every occasion, they represent new beginings (at weddings) and endings (at funerals), but each flower has a message for us.
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Umbria, Tuscany's Lovely Neighbor in Italy
Gentle St. Francis lived in the Umbrian hill town of Assisi, the perfect place to start a tour of this province with great food, wine and history.
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Who Was Rita Angus?
An art exhibition, a biography and a documentary movie reveal a strong but isolated artistic talent.
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