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Nikita Tryamkin is a hockey player of domestic origin, acting as a defender. He is a pupil of the Ural hockey. It is known not only to Russian fans of this puck game, but also to overseas specialists. Nikita Andreevich Tryamkin is a dimensional hockey player more than two meters tall and weighing more than one hundred kilograms

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Not every songwriter manages to write hits that have not lost their popularity on the stage for more than half a century. Anatoly Sergeevich Gorokhov succeeded. His golden hit "The Queen of Beauty", which was first performed by Muslim Magomayev, is still included in their repertoire by contemporary singers

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Rebecca Romijn is a Hollywood actress, formerly a fashion model and a participant in many fashion shows. Perhaps her most famous film role is the role of the mutant Mystic in the X-Men series of superhero blockbusters. Model career and TV debut Rebecca Romijn was born in November 1972 in the American town of Berkeley, California

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Starozaslavsky Castle is the only partially preserved building of the castle complex of the 15th century, located in the old part of the city of Izyaslav in Volyn at the confluence of the Soshenya River to the Goryn River. History The construction of the Starozaslavsky castle in the 15th century is associated with the name of Prince Vasily Fedorovich the Red (*?

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Mikhail Yurievich Lermontov (1814–1841) is a recognized classic of Russian literature. He lived a short but very eventful life. Here are some facts from his biography that are not told about in school. Instructions Step 1 They say that when Mikhail Lermontov was born, the midwife who delivered the baby said that this boy would not die a natural death

Traveling around the world, a person can not only look at the life of different people, but also try it on for himself. To be Aboriginal, live in a distinctive home. Rent a castle to feel like a noble person. Well, monasteries will help you to avoid worldly bustle

The miraculous icon of the Mother of God called "The Tsaritsa" was painted in the 17th century. This small image of the Blessed Virgin is known for the healing of cancer patients, therefore pilgrimages of believers who yearn to receive mercy from the "

Saint Andrew of Crete is glorified among the saints of the Orthodox Church as an outstanding saint. This great righteous man lived in the 6th-7th centuries from the birth of Christ. Orthodox believers know Saint Andrew of Crete as a great devotee of piety and prayer before God

The church life of a Christian is subject to special laws. Its rhythm is largely determined by the schedule of services - both annual and daily. It is very important for a person who has recently come to faith to understand this. The schedule of services in Orthodox churches is subject to the Typikon - Church charter

Most established religions have their own symbols. In Christianity, for example, it is a cross symbolizing the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. But the crescent and the star are traditionally considered Muslim symbols. These religious signs began to be used in the design of architectural structures about a thousand years ago

The tradition of dyeing eggs goes back to ancient times. The eggs symbolize the beginning of a new life, the resurrection of Christ, and the red color is a symbol of blood, the sacrifice that the Son of God brought for people. There are several methods for dyeing eggs

With the revival of Orthodoxy, icons are increasingly seen in the homes of Russians. Traditionally, it is believed that it is better to pass them on by inheritance or to give them away, so the icons are usually bought as a gift for pious acquaintances, their children or their godchildren

For Christians, holy water is one of the symbols of their religion. The baptism of Christ symbolized a new birth, cleansing from sins and life from a new leaf. All people pass through this during the sacrament of Baptism. Drinking holy water supports the physical and psychological health of Christians

The period from the Bright Resurrection of Christ to Krasnaya Gorka is called Easter week (Bright Week) in Orthodoxy. These days are characterized by mass festivities, as well as their own signs and traditions. Throughout Easter week, special liturgies are held in Orthodox churches

Modern Orthodoxy forbids wearing a cross and an icon at the same time. The cross is a distinctive sign of a believer, one of the main symbols of the Orthodox Church, therefore it must be worn constantly and it is not recommended to take it off

Visiting the graves of deceased relatives and friends is a religious duty of the love of living people to the dead. There are many traditions among the people regarding behavior in the cemetery. Some of them are mistakenly attributed to the Christian interpretation

In the Intercession Monastery in Moscow, the relics of St. Matrona of Moscow are kept. Every day for many decades, a stream of people has been flowing here. Some of the newcomers are asking for health for themselves and their loved ones, some for help in finding the missing, some for patience and good for the entire human race

Good Friday is the most mournful day of the church year for Orthodox Christians. On this day, believers remember the trial of Jesus, his mockery and beating, execution and painful death through crucifixion. A bit of history According to the Bible, on this day, the captured Jesus appeared before the Sanhedrin - the highest judicial and religious body of ancient Judea

Every pious Orthodox Christian strives to observe the fast. In addition to many-day periods of abstinence for a Christian, there is a fast on every Wednesday and Friday throughout the year (except for continuous weeks - Trinity, Svetlaya, Christmastide, the week before Maslenitsa and Maslenitsa itself)

For many centuries, Easter has become not just a church, but a world celebration, which is celebrated by almost every person who believes in God. Every Easter we hear the phrases "Christ is Risen!" and "Truly he is risen!"

Funeral is one of the most difficult rituals, which is accompanied by a huge number of superstitions and other rituals. So, in particular, at a funeral, it is customary to throw a handful of earth on a coffin, lowered into the grave. Everyone performs this ritual, but most people have no idea about its original background

Armenia is a small country with a population of about three million. Located in the Transcaucasus. The Republic of Armenia was founded in the IV-II centuries BC, it is rich in its traditions, history, culture and religious beliefs. The religion of Armenia is very diverse

The feast of the Epiphany in the Orthodox Church is considered one of the most important. It reminds us that Jesus Christ, being sinless, was baptized in the waters of the Jordan River. After that, the Holy Spirit descended from heaven to Christ in the form of a dove

People have problems with work for various reasons - someone cannot get a decent job, someone is dissatisfied with their existing position or salary, and someone generally sees themselves in a different direction, but cannot quit their old job, fearing to stay without money

An old legend says that Satan created the mirror in order to corrupt the minds and souls of people through it. The attitude towards mirrors has changed over time, but in some rituals and traditions, the mirror is associated with a negative impact on the soul, including for the deceased person