Articles, tagged with "worshippers", page 5

Strategic Freedom

If we are Christ's people, then we are driven by a pure as well as purifying thirst to know Him more. We are in the business of establishing God's kingdom on earth, the one cause which, the world over, we can pursue with clear consciences, because God's S... Read >
Author: Patrick Roberts

Celebration of Breaking the Fast and Sacrifice

Muslims have two major celebrations in the year. Both are called Eid (meaning celebration). Eid Al-Fitr or the "Celebration of Breaking the Fast" marks the end of Ramadan. And Eid - Ul- Adha or the "Festival of Sacrifice", celebrated after the end of Rama... Read >
Author: fancycreativity@gmail.com

Culture Tips for Dubai Travelers

There is a lot of confusing and misleading information when it comes to what is and what is not culturally acceptable in Dubai. Dubai is a vibrant cosmopolitan city with over 100 nationalities living together in harmony. Millions of tourists flock to Duba... Read >
Author: Ahmed Juma

Sensoji Temple: The Heart Of Tokyo

The spiritual heart of Asakusa, and for that matter Tokyo, is the impressive Sensoji Buddhist Temple. Built sometime in the 7th century before Tokyo was even Edo, to house the golden statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy, which, according to legend was f... Read >
Author: Mark Eden

Chennai Travel Guide

Chennai, formerly known as Madras is the capital of the great state Tamil Nadu and is one of the four metropolitan cities in India. This 350 year old city grew up under the huge influence of an English settlement of Fort Saint George and with time absorbe... Read >
Author: Vinay

History of Coffee: From Africa to Your Breakfast Table

Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world. The word coffee is believed to have been deduced from Kaffa, a place situated in Ethiopia, Africa, It came into existence around 800 A.D. and there are many legends and stories associated with disc... Read >
Author: coffeecity

The Mosaics in the Basilica of Soli, North Cyprus

Soli, in North Cyprus, is not far from Guzelyurt. Soli is an ancient town where you can see the ruins of the marketplace from Greek days, a Roman-era theater, and a Byzantine basilica. Step back in time to learn about Soli in the days not long after Const... Read >
Author: Jessica I. Jones

Let there be light!

Candles have been used for centuries to provide warmth and light. Furthermore, they have been included in religious ceremonies for just as long. The history of the candle is intimately connected with the history of religion. The symbolism and usage varies... Read >
Author: Cassie Morgan

The Front Porch Swings Through History

The next time you're looking through your family album – or anyone else's – notice how many pictures were taken on somebody's front porch. It's a place that's been front and center on our houses, and in our hearts, for centuries. We've spent many hours of... Read >
Author: Kathy Moran

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