Biographies 2024, November

All parents, according to the Family Code of the Russian Federation, have both rights and obligations in relation to their children. Since the obligations are enshrined in law, refusal to comply with them can lead to undesirable consequences, including deprivation of parental rights

Observance and keeping of fasts is an important component in the life of an Orthodox Christian. The Lord Jesus Christ Himself set an example for man when he went to retire into the wilderness before going out to public ministry. The holy apostles also mention fasting in their epistles

The legendary ancient Greek hero Hercules became famous for his twelve exploits performed in the service of the Argolid king Eurystheus. As the son of the king of the gods Zeus and the mortal woman Alcmene, Hercules aroused the hatred of the goddess Hera, who sent madness to him

Law and morality perform the same function - the regulation of relations between people, the ordering of public life. But this is done in different, sometimes even opposite ways. Both law, acting in the form of law, and morality are a set of prescriptions and prohibitions, the observance of which is expected from a person living among his own kind

Mikhail Sergeevich Gorbachev - the last general secretary of the Central Committee of the CPSU, Chairman of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR. The first and only President of the USSR. The initiator of restructuring, which led to tremendous changes in the life of the country and the world

Not only life, but also the death of V.I. Lenin causes controversy, which does not subside to this day. Lenin passed away at a fairly mature, but far from old age. The life and health of the leader of the proletarian revolution have been carefully guarded in recent years

Egypt is a mysterious land, rich in antiquities, mummies, temples, palaces and pyramids. Visitors to modern museums can only see fragments of the culture of this once majestic country. Among tourists and modern pagans, amulets with images of Egyptian symbols are especially popular

People began to cover their bodies with unusual tattoos in ancient times, investing in them a sacred, secret meaning. Now you will not surprise anyone with a wearable pattern. And despite the fact that it carries an aesthetic value, each image, as a rule, has its own specific meaning

Each day of the prisoners is similar to the previous one. They are very pleased to receive letters from close and dear people. This is support for them, a sign that they are loved and remembered. Waiting for a letter is a great torture for loving hearts, so it's better not to delay writing and sending it

On January 21, 2019, two Tanzanian ships carrying liquefied natural gas caught fire in the neutral waters of the Kerch Strait. The cause of the tragedy, which claimed the lives of 20 sailors, was the illegal pumping of gas on the high seas, which is prohibited by international law

Until now, in certain segments of the population, there is an opinion that any business is involved in deception and fraud. Andrey Molchanov convincingly proves the opposite. He achieved success thanks to his education and hard work. Childhood and youth A certain age group of Soviet people painfully experienced the transition of the economy from planned mechanisms to market regulators

The name Smith Jackie took pride of place in the history of England, and not by accident. Smith Jackie is the first female politician in England to take over as Home Secretary. How did she manage to take this position and what did Jackie Smith go through in order to benefit her country?

John Fitzgerald Kennedy is the most "mysterious" US president. This mystery is mainly associated with his brutal murder. He made many important decisions for Americans during his presidency. This is connected with one of the hypotheses of the reason for the attempt on his life

Natalia Zakharchenko is the widow of the leader of the Donetsk People's Republic Alexander Zakharchenko. Thanks to people like her husband, the DPR is gaining an independent life through a large-scale protest movement. She remained a widow, but bravely continues the work of her deceased husband

The adaptation and implementation of local self-government mechanisms is considered one of the priority tasks of the Russian government. Aleksandr Akimov, a member of the Federation Council from the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), has been dealing with this issue for several years

Simple human happiness doesn't need big money. Some citizens believe that happiness cannot be built without money. Alexander Leonidovich Mamut - according to Forbes magazine, he is not poor. Cloudless childhood The famous Russian billionaire Alexander Leonidovich Mamut was born on January 29, 1960 in an elite Soviet family

He had been looking forward to this moment so much. The old soldier made a powerful propaganda action out of the inauguration and played the main role himself. For an unforgettable day, the triumphant had to pay with his life. It was easier for his contemporaries to believe that the famous politician was killed by the Indian curse than in the fact that constant wars do not lead to good

Ekaterina Semyonovna Svanidze went down in history as the first wife of Joseph Dzhugashvili. Their marriage did not last long and left behind many mysteries and questions. His wife, who gave a son and great love, Stalin remembered all his life

Jean Pierre Fabre is a politician and leader of the opposition Alliance Nationale pour le Changement, the African Republic of Togo. Prior to that, for a number of years he served as secretary general of the Union of Forces of Change, and was considered the leader of the parliamentary group from this party in the Togolese National Assembly from 2007 to 2010

A number of European countries have introduced a ban on shale gas exploration due to imperfect technology, as well as the presence of a real threat to the environment. However, in Ukraine, the issue of shale gas production is being worked out with might and main

He was considered a gray mouse among the brilliant brothers. He had a chance to surpass them, but one woman did not let his dreams come true. The gallant age in Russia was marked by a series of palace coups. Brave nobles chose their camp and at one moment either took off to the skies, or were thrown into the abyss of exile and oblivion

Evgeny Krasnitsky was an experienced politician. He represented the interests of the Communists in elected bodies, actively opposed the renaming of Leningrad. Yevgeny Sergeevich saw the goal of his activity in rallying the working people in the face of the restoration of capitalism in Russia

Evgeny Konovalov is an active and energetic politician. Having started his career as a leader of a youth movement, Yevgeny Vasilyevich found support for his views in the opposition to the current government. Now he participates in the work of the Yabloko party

People face theft of mobile phones on a regular basis. But it's one thing when you learn about theft from the outside, and quite another when you discover the loss in yourself. You can find a mobile phone using various methods, but the most effective are IMEI search and GSM positioning

Many residents of Russian cities have a desire, and sometimes just a need to get goods from Japan. To do this, there is no need to fly to the land of the rising sun, you can quickly and easily order the desired product in the online store, which directly works with various Japanese manufacturers and auctions offering Japanese goods

Idi Amin, one of the most brutal rulers of Uganda during the entire existence of the state, forcibly seized power. His dictatorial and nationalist style of government has resulted in hundreds of thousands of innocent deaths. Biography According to experts in the field of history, the specific date of birth of the politician is under a veil of secrecy

Moscow is the largest Russian city with many post offices. In order not to be mistaken when sending a letter, you must first find out the corresponding postal code. Instructions Step 1 Go to the official website of the Moscow Postal Administration

The fight against various forms of discrimination was, is and will be one of the most difficult and important tasks of modern society. Equal coexistence of various strata and groups of the population, mutual respect, equal opportunities are the key to the harmonious development of all mankind

In our country, they know firsthand the answer to a similar question. In general, the prison theme has always been in the air since the time of Stalin's repressions. However, this issue needs to be sorted out in order to avoid implausible rumors

Klara Novikova is a bright red star in the sky of the modern Russian stage. Surprisingly feminine, funny and touching, she won the love of the audience for a long time. Childhood Clara Novikova was born in Kiev in 1946. Her father, Boris Hertser, was the director of a shoe store and kept the whole family at bay

Alexander Vedernikov is a Soviet Russian chamber and opera singer-bass. People's Artist and laureate of the USSR State Prize was also engaged in teaching activities. Connoisseurs of music know Alexander Filippovich Vedernikov as a famous performer of arias

Nowadays, it is difficult to find an apartment that does not have a TV. Modern television offers many TV channels, it is possible to choose films and TV shows for every taste. And the era of television began more than a hundred years ago with an experiment conducted in the laboratory of the St

Artists of various genres have been working for the good of the people for years, and sometimes for tens of years. The country honors its heroes, therefore in the state award system of the Russian Federation since 1995 the honorary title of "

The guitar is one of the most popular musical instruments. Coming from the East, she quickly burst into Europe. Many countries have their own favorite genres in which the guitar is especially famous. This compact and melodic string instrument is convenient for playing melodies both at home and in a concert setting

The popular show "Ural dumplings" originates from the successful KVN team of the same name. A feature of this team is that the members have been working together for over 20 years. Of the new faces in the show, only the fair sex appear, whom, as the participants themselves joke, they take on the team so as not to dress themselves in women's dresses

Vladislav Novikov is a famous skier. So far he has not won prizes, but is gradually moving towards his goal. Novikov participated in the 2014 Olympic Games, where he finished 35th in giant slalom. Vladislav Novikov is a versatile skier

It is customary to call all citizens taken into custody prisoners. These include persons accused or suspects held in custody in a prison (in a bullpen, a pre-trial detention center, etc.) until a court decision is issued. Everyone who has been sentenced and carried out is called convicted and sent to correctional (penitentiary) institutions - colonies

Contrary to the biblical prescription “do not create an idol for yourself”, many people devote their thoughts and give their love to such a distant and so close famous person. Whatever happens in their own life, they always remember that somewhere there is he or she, beautiful, happy, inaccessible

The confrontation between the Syrian authorities and the armed opposition has been going on for more than a year, the situation in the country is getting closer to a civil war. The attack on the city of Hula took place on May 25-26, more than a hundred people were killed

Six Pakistanis were sentenced to death for dancing and singing at a wedding. The ill-fated wedding ceremony took place in the small mountain village of Gada, which is located in the Kohistan province of northern Pakistan. Two men and four women were found guilty of debauchery

Visiting rules help people build and strengthen friendships and spend time in an easy and fun way. In addition, the ability to behave with dignity at a party is a guarantee of a benevolent attitude towards you from the owners of the house. Instructions Step 1 If you are invited to visit, be sure to give an exact answer whether you will come or not

The death penalty is the capital punishment for the most serious crimes and is still used in many countries. However, the number of countries that have abolished executions de jure or de facto is growing. The death penalty has been abolished in most highly developed countries

Ksenia Borodina is a popular TV presenter, a frequent guest of social events, a young and beautiful mother. She brings up a lovely daughter Marusya from her first marriage, which lasted three years. Acquaintance with my husband In August 2008, a celebration took place on the occasion of the wedding of Ksenia Borodina and Yuri Budagov

Convicts for life live in cells for two people, they have the opportunity to read, sometimes watch TV. In colonies you can get an education, get a job, but under a particularly strict regime, this is almost impossible. After the abolition of the death penalty in Russia, people who have committed especially grave crimes receive life sentences

Willie Hshtoyan is a well-known Soviet diplomat. For many years of service he has traveled almost half the world. But he is interesting to many because he was the husband of the famous actress of the Soviet Union Nadezhda Rumyantseva. Biography Willie Khshtoyan was born into an Armenian family in 1929 in Moscow, where his parents moved

Parcel post is a postal item with light weight and limited dimensions. It can be sent without the hard cardboard box-like packaging. Usually, printed publications are sent by parcel: books, magazines, notebooks, manuscripts, albums or photographs

Now two contradictory tendencies have clashed: the popularization of the old wedding ceremony and … the sad statistics of divorces. The Russian Orthodox Church is extremely disapproving of the dissolution of marriage, but it does not forbid married couples to part

The concept of "thieves in law" originated in Russia and has no analogues in the criminal practice of other countries of the world. This criminal community appeared in the USSR in the 30s of the XX century. It has developed a clear set of internal rules, a kind of criminal “code of honor”

At first glance, stealing does not seem like a terrible act: of course, it is unpleasant to lose property or money, but things can be bought, money can be earned, nothing irreparable happens. And yet it happens that the victims of theft are deprived of vital treatment, are left without a livelihood - such circumstances can plunge a person into despair and even push them to commit suicide

"Black Dolphin" is a famous prison in which convicts for the most serious crimes have to serve their sentences. A strict daily routine and compliance with increased security measures are a guarantee of the impossibility of escaping from the institution

Aria is the oldest and most successful heavy metal band in Russia. She started as a student collective, changed more than one line-up of musicians and spawned a whole family of similar projects of former participants. Group history and line-up change "

If you try to answer this question in one word, then this word is likely to be the adverb "difficult". For it is difficult and responsible to be any minister. Of course, all areas are important for the country in their own way. But education is the upbringing of future personnel who will develop all other industries in the future

“Russian Breivik” - this is what Dmitry Vinogradov was called in the press after he killed his six colleagues. It is amazing that he was preparing for a crime and did not hide it. In 2013, one of the worst crimes for Russians happened

Mad dog "," ghoul "- touches to the portrait of the former" Amir "Ali Taziev. This is one of the bloody Caucasian militants, on whose account there are many ruined lives. For more than a decade, he terrified the inhabitants of the Caucasus

Every citizen of our country has the right to choose government bodies. When casting a vote for a particular candidate or party, not everyone thinks about what is the way to determine the election results. Meanwhile, there are several of them

We all commit transgressions in life, because of which we suffer ourselves and cause difficulties for others. Dostoevsky wrote an entire book describing the crime and punishment of a young student. If you do not allow fear to take over your soul, in many cases you can eliminate the consequences of the mistake and get rid of possible punishment

In a broad sense, harmony is a state of consciousness in which everything that happens around is perceived without any personal assessments. This is a feeling of love for everything around, a radiation of purity, health, positive emotions. In addition, harmony is called the harmonious consistency of parts of one whole, proportionality, the fusion of various components into a single organic whole

Sometimes in life it happens that there is a desire or need to search for a person: a former classmate, classmate, colleague, object of first love, etc. In order to find the person you need in Karaganda, if you have his last name, there are various ways

The green card drawing is an annual lottery organized by the US government for everyone who wants to live and work in America. Almost any person with secondary education who has reached the age of 18 can try his luck and become the owner of a plastic card

The psychological spread of the mores of the penitentiary system in modern Russian society is due to the fact that in their daily, everyday experience, any citizen is not immune from the fact that he will have to face powerlessness in relation to people in power

Canadian actor Sasha Royz is known to Russian movie and TV lovers for his work in the projects "Grimm" and "Caprica". But few people know that he has Russian and Jewish roots, that he is not only a film actor, but also a theater actor

Alexander Dmitrievich Beglov is the current governor of the northern capital of the Russian Federation. He has come a long career path from a high-rise installer to a prominent politician. Alexander Dmitrievich Beglov devoted almost his entire life to the development of St

His great-grandfathers were knights, his father was a gardener, and he himself became famous as an honest and selfless soldier of Russia. He could be condemned as a rude campaigner, but none of his contemporaries dared to do this. He fell out of favor for arbitrariness, but even the monarchs preferred not to conflict with him, so as not to cause discontent among the soldiers

Alexandra Shipp is an American actress. Known for her role as Katie Rush in the television series "Abode of Anubis" and the young Ororo Monroe or Thunderstorms in the movie "X-Men: Apocalypse". The actress Alexandra Shipp, who became famous in the image of the young Thunderstorm-Storm in 2016, had a chance to be born in Phoenix in a Scottish and African American family on July 16, 1991

A resident of Smolensk, Taisiya Osipova, the wife of an activist of the Other Russia party, Sergei Fomchenkov, was sentenced in December 2011 for selling drugs to ten years in prison. She became the first person involved in the "list of political prisoners"

In February 2012, an unprecedented event took place in the country's main cathedral, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. Four masked girls, dressed in colorful bright clothes, burst into the temple, climbed the pulpit, took out musical instruments and sound-amplifying equipment and for a few seconds sang a song, strange for this holy place, called a punk prayer

Taisiya Vitalievna Osipova is an activist of the unregistered party "Other Russia". As a member of the National Bolshevik Party, banned in 2007 by a court decision as an extremist organization, she committed a number of illegal actions

A political regime is a way of exercising state power. Today there are three main political regimes. These are authoritarianism, democracy and totalitarianism. What are the characteristics to distinguish them from each other? Instructions Step 1 Define the powers of the head of state

The series "Capercaillie" tells about the hard working days of two law enforcement officers - Sergei Glukharev and Denis Antoshin. Friends together investigate a wide variety of criminal cases and try to cope with life circumstances in the form of family problems, dangerous jobs and low wages

The three members of the Pussy Riot group have been in custody since March 2012 and are awaiting a court ruling on August 17. The girls committed an act of vandalism in the Cathedral of Christ the Savior in February 2012, singing in front of the altar of the church a punk prayer service "

The sensational case of the punk band Pussy Riot is coming to an end. If no unforeseen circumstances interfere, judge Marina Syrova will begin to announce her verdict on August 17, 2012 at 15:00 Moscow time. The prosecution demanded a real imprisonment of 3 years for the troublemakers

The punk band Pussy Riot became known all over the world thanks to the unauthorized prayer service performed in the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. After him, a criminal case was initiated against the participants of the action. On February 21, 2012, five girls at the altar of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior performed an act, which was then dubbed a punk prayer by the media

The problem of lack of communication is especially relevant for people with hearing impairments. For them, a fulfilling life becomes possible in the presence of certain conditions through which they can get to know each other. The world perception of a deaf or hard of hearing person is completely different from that of someone who does not have deviations in the auditory perception of the environment

Even before the start of the war, the German command was tasked with preparing for the organization of camps. In these camps, it was supposed to contain prisoners of war, racially handicapped persons, unreliable elements and everyone whom the Third Reich deemed unworthy of life under the "

"The Gulag Archipelago" is the most famous work of Alexander Solzhenitsyn, first published in 1973 in France. The book has been translated into dozens of languages and has been popular among millions of readers around the world for many years

The homeland is not at all a country where a person lives, but rather a spiritual concept associated with the perception of the world and the feeling of being part of something higher. It is not for nothing that poems and songs are dedicated to this concept, so many patriotic and lyric works have been written

The premiere of Kirill Serebrennikov's film "Treason" became one of the main events of the 2012 film season. The film by the Russian director was included in the main program of the Venice Festival. The very appearance of such a work was proof that serious psychological cinema is still needed by the viewer

Cinematography was created not only to rest the mind, but also for deep reflection. Lists of the best psychological dramas are created to ensure that people have a meaningful evening. Instructions Step 1 "Good Will Hunting"

Citizenship is the legal and political affiliation of a particular person in relation to any state. At the same time, a citizen receives the rights and obligations for his actions and being a part of the state, which is obliged to ensure the protection of the rights of a citizen on its part

For the first time the concept of "ghetto" arose in the Middle Ages in Venice. During World War II, several million Jews perished in the ghettos founded by the Nazis. Nowadays, this word has acquired a slightly different meaning. Now ghettos exist in most developed countries

Now they talk a lot about the dangers of the mat. Many people are sure that it is possible and necessary to do without a mat. Others argue that there is nothing wrong with mat, and read obscene verses to their children at night. If you decide to get rid of the mate, then most likely you belong to the first group, and, to say nothing, this is the correct position

It is very important to correctly draw up and promptly submit a petition to the court for parole, because this will determine how soon the convicted person can be released. It is necessary Criminal Code of the Russian Federation Criminal Executive Code of the Russian Federation Criminal Procedure Code of the Russian Federation Instructions Step 1 Serve the term determined by the court, after which it is possible to file a petition for parole (Art

Gold is one of the hardest currencies in the world. It is in this precious metal that it is customary to calculate the amount of money that the state has. After all, gold almost never falls in price and is always in demand. One of the questions Russians are asking is where the country's gold reserves are stored and what is its volume

Striving for freedom, for independence in decision-making is a natural desire of every person. But can a society be truly free, or is it just one of the various utopias of being? The pursuit of freedom is a basic human need. However, can it be fully satisfied in modern society?

Usually, confinement in places of deprivation of liberty is considered as the most severe measure of restraint. But this is not the only option for being imprisoned. Another way a court can punish an accused or suspect is through house arrest

Small domestic clashes often turn into serious physical injuries, but it can be problematic to prove them in court. That is why court hearings turn into endless soap operas, tiresome for the judge and fraught with a new round of scandals for the plaintiff, defendant and witnesses

The reasons for expulsion from the country are illegal stay in it and the lack of a visa. To avoid deportation, you need to know the legal requirements and comply with the established immigration conditions of the state in which the foreign citizen is located

If you have had to conduct interrogation many times on duty, then you are probably familiar with the methods of conducting it. But, if interrogation is not such a common thing for you and you have to carry it out due to the presence of some circumstances, then read this article to understand the basic rules for conducting an interrogation

Interrogation is an investigative action when the investigator receives from the accused the necessary information on a criminal case. The investigator may summon you to his office or conduct interrogation on your property during an inspection, seizure, or search

The Russian sun rises in the Far East. And one of the most powerful organized criminal groups was born and baptized in the distant Far Eastern city of Komsomolsk-on-Amur. Obshchak was the name of a large criminal community. This powerful group was organized in the mid-1980s, and by the 2000s, Obshchak had become one of the most authoritative criminal organizations in Russia with connections at the international level

Unfortunately, no one is safe from the fact that he or his loved ones will not become a victim of a crime. At the same time, the work of state human rights bodies is far from always effective. In this case, it remains to establish the identity of the offender on their own

Rarely do lawsuits cause serious public outcry. Moreover, even if the resonance was caused, it turns out to be short-lived and fades out even before the case is closed (this was the case, for example, with the notorious accident of Barkov). The Pussy Riot group, on the other hand, succeeded in the almost incredible - not disappearing from the public's field of vision for almost six months

The 2013 amnesty in Russia was significant. Firstly, it is a jubilee one, and secondly, many scandals and rumors were associated with the upcoming release of some of the convicts or people under investigation. However, most of them were in vain, tk

Evil must be punished. Such an evil turned out to be Irtyshov Igor Anatolyevich - a serial maniac who cruelly dealt with his victims. He received a life sentence for his terrible deeds. A dangerous animal must sit behind bars. On August 16, 1971, Irtyshov Igor Anatolyevich was born in the Krasnodar Territory, who later became a serial maniac, murderer, pedophile and homosexual prostitute

Vladimir Barsukov is one of the most famous and odious crime bosses of the 90s and 2000s. He tried to change the field of activity, became an "honest" businessman, but, in the end, returned to the dock again. An ordinary guy from the Tambov region managed to become a criminal authority, for a long time headed the largest organized criminal group in St

One of the oldest Polish cities, Auschwitz was completely destroyed by the Tatar-Mongols, and later rebuilt. But the most terrible period in the 800-year history of the city was the period of the Great Patriotic War, when a German concentration camp was operating in Auschwitz

Ilsa Koch is known all over the world as "Frau Lampshade" or "Witch of Buchenwald". She also had other nicknames, and they all indicated her unprecedented cruelty towards prisoners of fascist camps. Ilsa Koch is one of the most violent women in the history of the world

Elena Tkach is the wife of a Ukrainian maniac. At the age of 27, she married a 64-year-old serial killer, gave birth to a daughter. Elena Tkach deliberately married a Ukrainian maniac. First, the girl wrote letters to him, then went on a date and married him

Little is known about the so-called "Skopinsky maniac" Viktor Mokhov, despite his high-profile crimes. Who is he and where is he from? Why did he manage to hide from justice for so long? In the early 2000s, Russians were struck by the news of the "

This criminal's nickname is more popular than his real name. Now he is serving a sentence behind bars and indulges in fantasies about his own racial superiority. The problem of national intolerance under Soviet rule was restrained by the penitentiary system

Susan Atkins is notorious for her criminal record. For committing heinous crimes, she was arrested and sentenced to death, which was later commuted to life imprisonment. Biography Susan was born in 1948 in San Gabriel, California

In 1978, the USSR was shocked by the news - the counterfeiter Viktor Baranov was caught. For those times, it was a real sensation. The counterfeiting of banknotes of the greatest state turned out to be 12 years for the craftsman in a strict regime colony

This man terrified ordinary citizens. Nikolai Dzhumagaliev is known as a serial killer, cannibal and rapist who not only killed people in cold blood, but also sneered at the bodies of his victims. The examination recognized Dzhumagaliev as a schizophrenic patient

Vasya Brilliant is a famous criminal personality who spent 35 years of his life in prison. There are many legends about him, the authenticity of which is impossible to verify today. They say that in the 1950s he was offered to become the head of one of the divisions of the Ministry of Internal Affairs

There are some facts in the biography of Nathan Jones that he prefers not to recall. The mistakes he made in his youth did not prevent him from achieving fame in the acting profession. Starting conditions Some mature people argue that the army is a school of life

John Dillinger was a famous American gangster. The gang he ran was charged with involvement in several major criminal acts, including 24 bank robberies. He has established himself as one of the most notorious criminals in the United States along with other villains such as Bonnie and Clyde, Little Nelson and Pritty Boy Floyd

The number of serious crimes committed by young people who have not reached the age of majority tends to grow. This is facilitated by a number of reasons that criminologists and sociologists talk about. Brenda Spencer committed the murder of two people with no apparent motive

Alexander Pichushkin is a serial killer, better known as the "Bitsevsky maniac". He got his nickname from the name of the Moscow forest park, in which he killed his victims. On his account there are more than 50 corpses. Pichushkin is often compared with the Rostov maniac Andrei Chikatilo, who also "

Viktor Ilyin is the man who committed the most famous assassination attempt on Brezhnev. The event took place in the winter of 1969, fortunately, it ended, albeit not without losses, but happily for the Secretary General. Who is he and where is he from?

Alexander Taran was nicknamed "Voroshilov shooter", "people's avenger". When his daughter and son died, he picked up a submachine gun and went to punish those he considered guilty. Biography Alexander Fedorovich Taran was born in 1951

Unfortunately, no one in our time is insured against falling into places of detention (SIZO). What if the beloved was in jail? It is quite possible to marry him, although this cannot be called a solemn ceremony. It is necessary - funds to pay for notary services

Aslan Rashidovich Usoyan is better known in the criminal world as Ded Khasan or Grandfather. His influence among criminals spread to the territory of the former USSR and Europe. He oversaw the group in the Caucasus and was considered a powerful "

Dmitry Viktorovich Zakharchenko gained notoriety as the head of a department of the Main Directorate of the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs. Allegations of corruption and abuse of power led to arrest and dismissal from the authorities. Education Dmitry was born in 1978 in the Rostov region

Whitey Bulger was a notorious criminal during his lifetime, whose search continued for more than one year. As a master of his craft, he led a criminal group that terrorized a small area in the United States for a long time. Biography The serial killer was born in Massachusetts, USA

An unstable financial situation sometimes forces a person to go to a pawnshop. This is an opportunity to pledge valuable things, having received some amount of money for them. But then these items can be redeemed. Instructions Step 1 Conditions in different pawnshops are different

To this day, the cross is an instrument of a shameful and painful execution, as well as the most famous religious symbol of Christianity. It was on it that Jesus Christ, the son of God, was crucified, who made the greatest sacrifice in the name of mankind, so that it would not finally be mired in its sins

Before the wedding, the future family has a huge variety of chores. According to tradition, part of the responsibilities falls on the shoulders of the groom, part on the bride and part on their parents. But which of them should buy a wedding dress - the bride or the groom?

A blessing is an informal permission given by a person who is authoritative for the applicant (father, mother, priest, teacher, etc.). For all its intangibility, it plays an important role for the applicant as support, directive, approval. As a rule, it is customary to ask and give a blessing in patriarchal religious communities

In the Orthodox Church, the believer has the opportunity not only to pray for someone on his own, but also to make sure that the name of a loved one is mentioned during the prayer service. To do this, you need to write a special note, which must be correctly formatted

In Russia there are many tacitly forbidden topics for discussion in a decent society: sex, money, death, health. Even very close people are shy and do not want to talk about such things among themselves. And if a person is a distant relative or a work colleague to you, then you really need to show special delicacy in talking about his health

A chapel is a small building that is intended for prayers. The chapel is smaller than the church - it can even be the size of an icon case (a place for storing icons and other church utensils), or it can accommodate several people. Unlike the church, the chapel does not have an altar - there are only icons, a place for setting candles and lamps

Notes "about health", "about repose" are given by the Orthodox in Christian churches, in some church shops. Along with a lit candle, they are considered a person's church appeal to the Higher powers, God, the Virgin Mary, holy saints

September 30, 2014 Monica Bellucci will celebrate her 50th birthday. Despite her far from young age, she continues to be one of the most beautiful and sexy women on the planet. Instructions Step 1 In March 2014, a party was held in Moscow in honor of the opening of another Dolce &

No other country in the world has such a huge number of holy places as Russia. And no other city has so many Christian values as Moscow. To see and touch these shrines, people travel thousands of kilometers. Holy relics in Moscow 1

In 2014, St. Peter's fast begins on June 16 and ends on the feast of the First Apostles Paul and Peter on July 12. This is a special time of abstinence in the physical and spiritual sense for an Orthodox Christian. Peter's fast is not strict, but in 2014 it is quite long (26 days)

Nativity Fast is a long time of abstinence for an Orthodox Christian during the winter. So, the Nativity Fast begins on November 28, and ends with the Feast of the Nativity of Christ on January 7 in a new style. Despite the fact that the Nativity Fast is quite long, it is not very difficult in terms of food choices

Holy Dormition Fast is one of the four multi-day fasts prescribed for keeping by the church charter. Fasting is considered strict, but not long. The Dormition Fast is dedicated to the preparation of a Christian for the feast of the Dormition of the Most Holy Theotokos

Holy Dormition Fast lasts two weeks. The beginning of bodily and spiritual abstinence, dedicated to the Mother of God, for Christians begins on August 14th. Fasting ends on the feast of the Assumption of the Virgin on August 28th. The Dormition fast is considered strict

The Taurus woman is simply overflowing with tenderness, she is able to give warmth and care to a loved one. When choosing a partner, Taurus ladies adhere to the old-fashioned views - it must necessarily be a husband, not a lover. Choosing a life partner, such women first of all value the reliability and stability that a man can give them

Notes of the repose are served in churches for the commemoration of the departed during the service. There are certain rules for the design of these notes, which are important for every Christian and which should be observed. It is necessary - church kiosk

If you want the names of people dear to you to be remembered during a prayer service, liturgy or funeral service, write the appropriate notes in advance and put them in a special box or give them to a church minister. There are rules for drafting such notes, which should be followed

In the sacrament of baptism, a person is given a special divine grace that makes a newly baptized saint. But in the course of life a person is somehow again subjected to sin. For spiritual cleansing in the Church, there is the sacrament of confession, through which a person is again able to receive grace

The sacrament of confession is an integral part of the life of a Christian. The most common question for those who are preparing to go to confession for the first time is whether it is necessary to read any prayers before this? And if so, which ones?

It's not uncommon for readers to miss out on really good articles simply because they are hidden behind plain-looking headlines. Coming up with a captivating headline is an art, no less difficult than writing an interesting text. Instructions Step 1 Coming up with a headline is not an easy task

Before the invention of coins, the role of money was played by objects that had a certain value in the eyes of those who were ready to exchange the goods produced for them. Such items became an intermediary between manufacturers. Gradually, pieces of metals became such intermediaries, which became a universal means of accumulation and circulation

An expensive, beautifully designed knife can be a great gift for almost any man, if you choose it carefully. It is believed that it is better to choose a knife yourself, because each person has their own preferences. The choice even depends on the shape and size of the palm of its owner

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The fulfillment of the Sacrament of Communion in the church tradition has existed since the Last Supper. On that day, Jesus distributed the broken bread to his disciples, explaining it this way: "This is my body …" Since then, the sacrament has become a deep spiritual need for every Christian

The sacrament is one of the most important ordinances performed in the church. Through the performance of this rite, a person communes with God, receiving from the hands of a church minister consecrated bread and wine, symbolizing the flesh and blood of the son of God Jesus Christ

The day of the communion of the holy body and blood of Christ is a special celebration for an Orthodox person. Therefore, at this time, a person needs to preserve his soul and body from sin in a special way, trying to spend the day piously. A believer is prepared for Orthodox communion with special trepidation, because the day of communion of the holy mysteries is a holiday for a Christian

According to the ideas accepted in Christianity, God is one, but represented in three persons. He is Father, Son and Holy Spirit. In other words, the Holy Spirit is one of the Creator's hypostases, a part of the indivisible Holy Trinity. For those who come to the Christian faith and try to comprehend its foundations, it is difficult to understand this issue and imagine such an intricate nature of God

Among all the books of Scripture, the Psalter is used the most in reading and chanting in church services and home reading. This book contains 150 psalms written by Hebrew authors such as David the king of Israel, Asaph, Solomon the son of David, Moses, the sons of Korah and others

They thank the Lord for the blessings received or ask Him, the Mother of God and the saints to send mercy at a special Divine Service - the Prayer. Prayer services are public and private, the latter includes the Divine Service for Health. Prayers are performed not only in churches, but also in fields, chapels or private houses

Often in Orthodox churches, near the tetrapod (a candlestick for commemorating the dead), you can see various food products on the table. This is due to the fact that believers bring various foods to the temple to commemorate their deceased loved ones

Boris Yeltsin is the first person of the Russian Federation, twice, from 1991 to 1999, elected to the post of president. Boris Nikolaevich is considered the people's choice, the main organizer of reforms, the purpose of which was to improve both the political and social level of the state

Many cross the threshold of the temple when an inevitable misfortune befalls them - the death of a loved one. Tormented by incredible remorse, driven by longing for dear people, you simply burn out from the desire to do everything that is possible for them

For an Orthodox Christian, the sacrament of the sacrament is vital. It is recommended for a Christian to approach this great shrine as often as possible. At the same time, one should not forget about all the greatness of the sacrament and the rules for preparing for it

The death of a loved one always becomes a heavy mental shock. It is often in this situation that people who have never thought about faith before begin to pray for the first time. Prayer for the departed is not only consolation for the survivors, but also a help to the deceased in the afterlife

Sometimes it becomes necessary to pick up a medical card from the clinic to which you are attached in order to undergo examination at another medical institution or for any other reason. The question arises as to how to pick it up. It is necessary - passport

In the Christian tradition, baptism is an important event in a person's life. It symbolizes spiritual birth. It is believed that after the baptism of the child, a guardian angel will take care of him, who will help him in overcoming life's difficulties and illnesses

Baptism is the most important sacrament in Christianity. It symbolizes the birth for the spiritual life. Baptism is called a sacrament because through it, in an incomprehensible, mysterious way, saving grace works for a person. Parents who are aware of the importance of this event prepare for it in advance

On the day when a person receives Baptism, i.e. becomes a Christian, he is given a pectoral cross. This is a symbol of devotion to God, gratitude for his sacrifice on the cross and readiness to bear his own cross - all those life trials that a Christian will have to go through

For Orthodox believers, the day of accepting the sacrament of holy baptism is a special holiday. There is a tradition to give gifts to their godchildren directly on the day of a person's entry into the Church. Godparents, otherwise referred to as recipients, must be direct participants in the sacrament of baptism of children under the age of seven (infants)

The Bright Resurrection of Christ has passed, Bright Week has come, the time of joy, believers congratulate each other on the holiday. Divine services are held in churches every day, this is an Easter Liturgy, accompanied by a procession of the cross

At Baptism, the priest puts on a pectoral cross on the one who has received the Sacrament. Today it marks the conversion of a person to the Christian Orthodox faith. Do I now have to wear it all the time, or is there some special order? The cross is a symbol of belonging to the Orthodox Church For the first time, the theologian John Chrysostom (347-407) mentions people who wore the symbols of the Cross of the Lord on their chests in the third part of his work &qu

Traditionally, church oil was used in Orthodox churches as an integral part of the Sacrament of the Blessing of the Holy Oil. As a rule, this ritual is called Unction, since it requires the gathering of seven clergymen. Today, church oil is used by believers for various purposes and at home

During the sacrament of unction, the priest anoints Orthodox Christians with holy oil. According to the teachings of the Church, during the blessing of unification (unction), divine grace descends on a person, which is capable of healing various ailments

Saint Luke is a very unusual person. During his lifetime, he helped in healing from many diseases and continues to heal to this day, because the icons with his image have miraculous power. Saint Luke - who is he Saint Luke was canonized only in 1995, but he was asked for healing and was revered as a great healer long before the Orthodox Church recognized him as a saint

The Orthodox church calendar can include not only the dates of holidays and days of commemoration of saints. Some of the calendars have very useful additions in the form of common prayers and troparia to the ranks of saints, as well as an application with the names of all the saints of God

Before you start praying to the spirits, you need to collect your thoughts, put yourself in order. Then make an offering, which may be a favorite spirit treat or object. Prayer itself is a reverential request that a person makes up himself. Shintoism Spirits in Shinto play the role of gods

In the Orthodox tradition, there is the practice of consecrating a dwelling. The rite of consecration of a house or apartment is performed directly by the clergyman. In order to consecrate the dwelling, it is necessary to invite a priest to the house

“If anyone wants to follow Me, deny yourself and take up your cross and follow Me,” the priest utters these words of the Savior when performing the sacrament of Baptism, placing a pectoral cross on the new Christian. For life, the cross, which is worn on the chest, becomes for a person a symbol of devotion to God

In the temple, regardless of what denomination it belongs to, certain ethical standards apply. Some rules of conduct in a Catholic church are well known to both Orthodox Christians and atheists. But there are also some specific points that must be observed even if you did not come to a service, but, say, to an organ concert, which are quite often in churches

Among the great host of Christian saints, Equal-to-the-Apostles occupy a special place. These people are known for their preaching of the gospel within the framework of a particular state or entire empires. In the ranks of holiness of Christian ascetics of piety, the holy equal to the apostles are especially distinguished

An Orthodox pectoral cross is not a piece of jewelry, but a symbol of faith. When choosing it, it is necessary first of all to pay attention not to the beauty and precious metals from which it was made, but to its compliance with Orthodox traditions

In September, the Orthodox Church marks out several special solemn days. In addition to the great Twelve Great Feasts, Christians treat with special reverence the memory of the holy prophet John the Baptist, which is also remembered in September

There are two ways to sprinkle and cleanse a house with holy water: by inviting a priest or on your own. In order to sprinkle a home on your own, you need to know all the subtleties of this procedure and prepare for it in advance. It is very important to carry out all the steps in the correct sequence

Perhaps every Orthodox believer keeps in his home a supply of holy water, which, according to religious legends, has unlimited healing power. At the same time, its effect increases in proportion to the faith of the parishioner. The Orthodox Church treats the daily ablution with holy water positively, but does not force believers to do it

Orthodox Christians have developed a pious tradition to sprinkle baptismal water on their homes. This usually happens on Epiphany Eve - on the eve of the twelve-eighth feast of the Epiphany, often called Epiphany, or on the day of the feast

A Muslim who pronounces namaz must necessarily do it in the direction of the Kaaba, that is, face in the direction where this temple is located. What to do when you do not live in Mecca and do not know how to identify the Kaaba and, accordingly, read the prayer correctly

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In Jerusalem, not far from its new part, moving to the east, on the holy Mount Moriah, there is a unique building resembling a wonderful turquoise castle. It received the name of the mosque of Caliph Omar, or the second name - the mosque "

The Muslim faith is considered true among its adherents, because the messages of the Lord, transmitted through the prophets Moses, Abraham, Jesus, were distorted over time. And the last prophet was Mohammed, who transmitted the words of God to mankind without changes

Long before the adoption of Christianity, the Slavs called themselves Orthodox, as they worshiped Prav - the upper world inhabited by Gods. As you know, after the birth of Jesus Christ, the sorcerers visited him. Thus, a bridge was thrown from Slavic Orthodoxy to Christianity, which in Russia is also called Orthodoxy

A red maple leaf on white is a symbol of Canada recognized throughout the world. He is present in national symbols, depicted on the state flag. But what is the reason why maple has become so important to Canadians that they chose it as the symbol of their country?

The temple of any religion is a very special place where rules of conduct have been established for centuries. Today temples are not only places of worship, but also often tourist sites. An increasing number of tourists, including non-believers, visit churches and mosques, not knowing the most elementary rules for staying in these places

Loss of spirituality is characteristic of modern society, humanity becomes callous, loses such important concepts as mercy, giving preference to cruelty, selfishness and piously believing that in this way it is protected from weakness and vulnerability

The candlelight in the temple represents the image of the Divine light. The candle carries within itself the reflection of Jesus Christ as the Light that illuminates the path of any truly believing person. When a person first comes to church and begins to get acquainted with church regulations, he often has a question - how to light a candle in health?

Namaz is an obligatory daily prayer five times, one of the five pillars of Islam. Namaz is recited by both men and women, but in completely different ways. Instructions Step 1 In order for a woman to perform namaz, she needs to do a small ablution, observing all the necessary conditions for ritual ablution

Friday namaz is a collective afternoon prayer for Muslims held on Fridays. It is compulsory for all men. Women, children and infirm people are not required to attend. Friday is considered a holy day of the week, a holiday for Muslims. Instructions Step 1 Get ready for Friday with Thursday's pre-sunset prayer

When asked how to distinguish an Orthodox Christian from all other people, 9 out of 10 people will answer: "Orthodox Christians have icons at home." Of course, the mere presence of icons does not make a person a Christian, but it is necessary to have them in your home

The Belarusian national costume is a complex of clothes, shoes and jewelry formed over many decades, which were used by Belarusians on holidays and in everyday life. Belarusian clothing has common roots with Russian national clothing and Ukrainian and was formed mainly on the basis of the traditions of the peoples

The Orthodox Christian perceives the sacrament as an obligatory sacrament for the spiritual cleansing of his personality. According to the teachings of the Church, in the sacrament of the sacrament, a person mystically unites with Christ. Therefore, the Orthodox canons prescribe the obligatory preparation of a person before meeting with God

"Umrah" is translated from Arabic as visit, trip, visit. She is a small pilgrimage to Mecca or, in other words, "small hajj". Performing Umrah is optional as performing the main Hajj. However, it is advisable to do it at least once in your life, if your financial situation and health allows

Namaz is a fivefold act of worshiping Allah. According to the rules of Islam, namaz should be performed by any adult Muslim who is in his right mind. This procedure is one of the most important in the Muslim faith. What is namaz?

Namaz, or prayer in Islam, is a strictly regulated action. Not only the number and time of prayers are determined, but also the direction in which the believer should turn to Allah, clothing and other aspects. Their own characteristics exist for certain categories of people, including girls

The eight-pointed star is a symbol that has existed in a wide variety of cultures. It was used by the Babylonians, Christians, Egyptians, agnostics, Hindus, Buddhists. It can be seen on national flags and in religious iconography. Depending on the culture that spawned it, the eight-pointed star can have different meanings

Sometimes it is difficult for people to find a second half or even start dating, in such cases, in addition to modern methods that facilitate the dating process, such as social networks or dating sites, there are old and proven ones. Since ancient times in Russia there has been such a profession as a matchmaker

Wedding is a sacred sacrament, in order to get married you need to be sincere with yourself and your partner. You can't get married for the sake of family traditions, or because it has become fashionable. The wedding bares the souls of two loving people in the face of God, therefore, young people should be brought to him by love

The Peter and Paul Cathedral, part of the ensemble of the Peter and Paul Fortress, the famous and most recognizable brand of St. Petersburg, is one of the oldest churches in the Northern Capital. It was built by the Swiss-born Italian architect Domenico Andrea Trezzini, commissioned by Peter the Great

Church marriage is concluded only after the official registration of the married couple at the registry office. When the family breaks up, the husband and wife first of all get officially divorced, and the natural question arises of recognizing the church wedding as invalid

The wedding is one of the seven sacraments of the Church. Orthodox people begin this great work when they want to testify to their relationship before God and receive a blessing for living together, having and raising children. But, unfortunately, some church marriages break up and people may face a question regarding the possibility of a second wedding

For a true believer, prayer is a way of direct communication with God, while questions about whether God hears prayers and how He answers them usually does not arise. But for someone who has just embarked on the path of faith, the answers to these questions can be very important

The name Oleg, which has existed in Russia since ancient times, has a Scandinavian origin and means “holy”, “sacred”, “prophetic”. Men named Oleg celebrate Angel Day once a year - June 3. Name Oleg Interestingly, the male name Oleg is derived from the Old Norse word and the name Helga

There is no exact answer to this question, whether it is possible to go to church during menstruation. Before entering the Temple of God, it is better for a woman to find out about this from the rector of the church, and postpone all religious rituals for another time

The dragon figure embodies all the power and unsurpassed strength of the Chinese state: from ancient times to the present. The dragon is one of the oldest symbols of the country's culture, where it appears as the most revered animal of all. In no other country in the world is this mythical creature - the Dragon - so worshiped as they do in China

An Orthodox person, before taking up any important task, asks for blessings from the Lord, addressing him either directly, in prayer, or through a priest. People did this many centuries ago, and they do so today. Instructions Step 1 Before asking for a priest's blessing, decide if the job you want to take is important

An Orthodox person, first of all, will ask God for help before the upcoming deeds, and after their completion he will thank the Lord, because it is He who can help in any business, undertaking and show the true path to those who sincerely carry the faith in themselves

In the circle of believers or people who only come to God, there is an opinion that there are some kind of "magic icons" with which you can light a candle, and the request of the supplicant will immediately or after a while be fulfilled

Bushido - the code of samurai ethics - characterizes ritual suicide as one of the most worthy ways to escape to another world. To denote suicide in Japanese, two words are used, or rather, two versions of the reading of the same hieroglyph - "