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What is a religious icon

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Religious icon An icon is a representation of holy figures in the Orthodox Christian tradition. The icon has a deep theological meaning that differentiates it from the holy picture. The icon is fully integrated into the orthodox catechesis but also … Continue reading

What is christian monasticism

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Christian monasticism Christian monasticism took off since antiquity and still persists today. The monks and nuns, in a monastic order generally follow a rule, the oldest of which is the rule of St. Augustine, and the most common Rule of … Continue reading

What is Monasticism

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The Monasticism Monasticism is the status and lifestyle of people who have taken vows of religion, and are part of an order whose members live under a common rule, separated from the world, the monks. The word comes from the … Continue reading