Culture 2024, May

An Orthodox believer does not pay as much attention to his birthday as to his personal name day. This is due to a person's special reverence for reverence for his heavenly patron. Often among believers there is an opinion that the name day and the holiday of Angel Day are a single celebration

An amazing country India is one of the few that has preserved distinctive national traditions. One of them is the wearing of traditional clothing. Getting to this country, you understand that modern fashion trends almost do not concern Indians in any way

Skomorokhs appeared in Russia no later than the 11th century, but representatives of this profession gained particular popularity only in the 15th-17th centuries. The history of this name itself is unknown, but most often there are suggestions that it comes from the Greek or Arabic version of the word "

In spring, summer and early autumn, many people prefer to relax in nature: go to the forest, river or lake, have picnics, go hiking, fish, swim and play in the fresh air. Unfortunately, not everyone is familiar with the rules of conduct in the wild

For centuries, same-sex marriage was considered not just nonsense, but a punishable act prohibited in most states. Although history knows real examples of cohabitation of rulers with young boys, for example, in ancient Rome, but even this kind of marriage unions were not concluded and were condemned

The danger threatens albinos in countries such as Tanzania, Congo, Zimbabwe, Kenya. They are often discriminated against outside Africa, for example, in Jamaica. In addition to the human threat, albinos suffer from exposure to ultraviolet radiation, so it is also dangerous for their health to live in equatorial and mountainous countries

Sometimes you find yourself in a situation where you want to talk, but you don't know what. There are people who always know how to find the right words. However, this skill very rarely turns out to be innate, more often it needs to be developed in oneself

Russia, which took over the Christian culture from Byzantium, became home to many devotees of piety. Russian Orthodox saints are full of the names of prominent saints. One of these is the Monk Varlaam of Khutynsky. The Monk Varlaam of Khutynsky was born at the beginning of the 12th century into a family of wealthy Novgorodians

Do you work for a company that works with German companies? Do you have friends from Germany, Austria or Switzerland? In the context of active globalization, such cases can hardly be called a rarity. However, even if you are fluent in the language of Schiller and Goethe, you may have problems writing letters in German

People tend to observe the world around them and draw certain conclusions from what they see. Some interpret what is happening intuitively, others - based on the laws of nature and logical relationships. Often people are guided by signs, of which there are a lot in the world

The concept of "slavery" is understood as a system of relationships in society, in which a person is the property of another person or state. The ranks of slaves were replenished with criminals, captives and debtors until the middle of the twentieth century, in some African countries until its end

Mel Gibson is a renowned American actor, director, screenwriter and producer. This man has starred in many Hollywood films during his career. Some of his paintings are still kept in the collections of moviegoers around the world. "

Cultural traditions aimed at strengthening the commonwealth of Russia with different countries are developing. In 2010, events were held with great success within the framework of the cross year of Russia and France, in 2011 - Russia and Spain, and this year 2012 - the Year of Russia and Germany opens

Buddhism originated in India BC. His basic truths are that human life is constant suffering. Suffering is generated by desires from the flesh. To get rid of desires, one must follow the eightfold path of salvation. Early Buddhist schools The earliest schools of Buddhism are called Theravada, Vaibhashika and Sautrantika

Mata Hari is known to everyone as a performer of exotic dances. They consisted in the fact that by the end of the performance, Mata was nude. She broke the hearts of many with her beauty. Mata Hari was born on August 7, 1876 in Leeuwarden in the north of Holland

The unpleasant and tactless questions that grandmothers at the door or curious acquaintances ask you at an interview are often perplexed. To adequately answer them, you need to mentally prepare and feel confident in front of the interlocutor

The basic rules of behavior on the street begin to be taught from childhood. You need to be responsible, helpful, welcoming and respectful to those around you. All people, being on the street, one way or another, enter into various contacts and interactions and at the same time are obliged to observe certain norms of behavior

You can write a complaint to absolutely any department. Not necessarily at the regional level, but at the federal level right away. In this case, the issues to be considered by the executive authorities will be considered simultaneously in several instances

The history of cinema is not only a story of a collision of the most fascinating plots, biographies of popular actors, intrigue, gossip and awards. The history of cinematography is also the history of business, capital investments, their successful return or total failures due to the non-recoupment of films

The Russian consumer, who watches TV programs every day, has a hard time navigating the dense flow of information. On one channel they claim that "the product is good for health", while on the other, on the contrary, they recommend it "

Opera combines both music and theatrical performance. This symbiosis of the two directions makes the opera not only an amazing genre, but also attracts more and more fans. If opera is so popular to this day, it will be interesting to know who and when invented this direction

Evgeny Stalev is a Soviet and Russian billiard player. The international master of sports is an eight-time world champion in Russian billiards. The name of Evgeny Evgenievich Stalev is familiar not only to billiard players. A loud surname is also known to those who have never held a cue in their hands

Caring for the feelings of others, some people turn into reliable helpers. But, while helping others, they forget about their own affairs and interests. You need to learn to say “no” politely in order to keep your nerves and not ruin your relationships with friends

The correct representation of a person contributes to the establishment of goodwill relations and their possible continuation. Therefore, when planning to introduce your good friend to someone, take into account the communication situation and the rules of etiquette appropriate to the situation

The World Trade Organization, which includes many countries, is committed to creating a modern world economy and a single world market. Russia's accession to the WTO evokes conflicting feelings among many citizens of the country. Supporters of this action cite obtaining equality in trade relations with the members of the organization as the main argument for Russia's accession to the WTO

Russian TV viewers and music lovers are often interested in the question: whom did Pelageya marry? This talented singer and TV presenter managed to be married twice, and the famous hockey player Ivan Telegin became her second husband in 2016

There are many different genres in world cinematography, in which films for adults occupy a separate place. Some movie lovers enjoy watching beautiful bed scenes filmed without gross vulgarity. Classical erotica provides such an opportunity for the viewer

The situation when a person "needs no introduction" is quite rare. Only people who are truly famous in a certain environment can allow themselves to appear in society without representation, and everyone will recognize them. But other people often need self-presentation, especially if they come to a new environment

Sitting cross-legged is a favorite position for a considerable number of girls. But how decent is it in terms of etiquette? Despite the fact that times are changing and the permissible norms are becoming softer, according to the rules of etiquette, it is not recommended for girls to cross their legs

Long before the appearance of Europeans in America, developed civilizations already existed. The indigenous inhabitants of the New World had a developed economy, they had a complex social structure, there were cities and roads. The culture of the ancient Indians, which developed quite apart, was distinguished by its vivid originality

Elena Lenskaya is a famous fashion designer. Creates clothes and jewelry not only for exclusive shows during Fashion Week, but also for everyday wear. Biography Elena Dmitrievna Lenskaya was born in Ukraine on May 18, 1971. My father was an architect, my mother worked as an English teacher in a comprehensive school

Lack of punctuality is a very big problem for any person. If you do not have time to come on time for a long-planned meeting with friends or clients, if you just can't get everything done on time, then you definitely need to develop your punctuality

Tipping is subject to very different attitudes around the world. And while it is up to everyone to tip or not, there are certain levels of reward that are accepted in Europe, Asia and America. It is necessary Cash and bank card

The income of waiters and bartenders in most cases significantly exceeds the amount of official wages. An additional source of funds in many restaurants and cafes is "tips", that is, money left by the visitor in gratitude for the service

Tipping is a special kind of gratitude for the services rendered. The ability to give them correctly and appropriately can significantly improve service, and the inability to worsen it. In order not to seem like a curmudgeon, but also not to spend too much, you need to know about the intricacies and appropriateness of material gratitude

Holy Week is the last week of Holy Great Lent. This is the time for which every Christian believer has a special thrill, because it is during Passion Week that the Church remembers the last days of the Savior's earthly life. The very naming of the last week before the Bright Resurrection of Christ as Passion Week indicates that the last week of Great Lent is dedicated to the passions (sufferings) of Christ

It would seem that in our time, when everyone is for himself, the expression of feelings such as pity and compassion is not in vogue. And they are perceived only as a manifestation of weakness - they supposedly interfere with the achievement of the set goal, kill all hopes for success

At all times, lovers exchanged love messages. Painted in silence by candlelight, they warmed hearts and gave hope to millions of men and women. It is necessary Paper, pen, envelope. Instructions Step 1 Tune in to a sincere expression of your feelings, set a goal, without unnecessary and pompous phrases, to write about what worries you and haunts you

Contemporary literature is composed of many genres. Science fiction novels and fantasy novels have been in steady demand in recent decades. Sergei Tarmashev is a famous science fiction writer living in Russia. Starting conditions Whoever reads a lot knows a lot

The world is diverse and is not limited only by its physical manifestation. Proof of this can be the fact that absolutely all cultures and religions have such a concept as spirit, a metaphysical being. In Russian culture there are brownies, in the West there are poltergeists and ghosts, and in the Japanese culture there are mushi

The Kingdom of Norway is located in Northern Europe and is the second largest state among the Scandinavian countries. With an area of 385,155 km2, Norway ranks 67th in the world, and with a population of 4.9 million people - 118th. Ethnic composition Family cohesion has been a specific feature of Norwegians since the time of the Vikings

Agafya Lykova is known to many Russian residents. Sometimes they write about her in the newspapers, talk about it on TV. Lykova became famous for the fact that she lives as a hermit in the taiga, not recognizing the latest achievements of civilization

All peoples have their own concept of beauty. This is primarily due to belonging to a particular race, culture, territory, era of human life. What are the differences between modern beauty and the concepts of beauty of ancient peoples? In Egypt, slender girls with almond-shaped, large, catlike eyes were considered the standard of beauty and attractiveness

The jewelry of the tribes of Africa, Polynesia, Nepal and other peoples is a reflection of culture, religious beliefs or the way of perception of the world. And what can terrify a modern European person is natural and beautiful for the natives

Few people do not know a series of films about a young wizard boy with his eternal companions in all the antics. "Potter", this is how the surname of the hero who conquered the minds and hearts of millions of fans around the world could be translated

Such a phenomenon as orphanhood is quite common in all corners of the world, but each state has its own approach to solving this social problem and seeks to effectively eliminate its pronounced character. Since the beginning of the twentieth century, the problem of orphanhood and homelessness has acquired a special, pronounced character

The word "freak" came into Russian from English. They usually refer to a person who behaves strange, atypical and somewhat demonstrative. Freak culture is a way to express yourself outside the standards imposed by society. Don't judge a book by its cover The word "

A secular society in any civilized country consists of intelligent, well-bred people, whose main dignity is intelligence, honor, dignity, self-control and, finally, politeness and delicacy. It is fashionable and prestigious to be a "socialite"

The uncompromising idol of millions, Vladimir Vysotsky, did not reconcile with the authorities even after his death. The place of his burial is shrouded in secrets and legends, until now fans and admirers of the outstanding talent of the singer and actor leave flowers at the tombstone

Finland is famous for its marvelous corners of nature and crystal clear air. And also the famous three "S": saunas, Sibelius Jan (famous composer), sisu. Finns are very restrained people, they do not like the open expression of emotions, and therefore even the greeting of a close friend looks a little solemn

Everyone is asked tactless, rude questions from time to time. Often, when faced with people who shamelessly violate other people's personal boundaries, we get lost, we begin to account for what we should not, or involuntarily be rude. How to behave in such an unpleasant situation?

The Government of the Russian Federation has prepared a bill “On Amendments to Article 15 of the Law“On Education”and Articles 14 and 19 of the Federal Law“On Social Protection of Disabled Persons in the Russian Federation”, according to which a number of institutions will be obliged to provide a sign language interpreter when providing services to people with hearing disabilities

The word "Yankee" can be heard less and less. They use it to refer to persons who have American citizenship, while the Americans themselves do not really like this naming, preferring the classic "American man" Instructions Step 1 The word "

Every person has been criticized at least once in his life. Justified or unjustified, but the fact is obvious - in order to calmly live to a ripe old age, you need to learn how to correctly perceive criticism and reasonably respond to it. What is required for this?

For many centuries Ukraine has not been sovereign, we are not talking about occupation or seizure, its territory has always been relatively free, but as part of other principalities or states. Therefore, most of her holidays are the same with the holidays of Russia, Lithuania, Austria, Hungary and Poland

The population of the Earth is steadily increasing. In 1987, its number reached 5 billion people, and now this value has exceeded the mark of 7 billion. According to the UN, today there are 50.4% of men on the planet and 49.6% of women. At the beginning of 2014, the difference was 0

Is it possible to live without respect for people? Yes, but such a life is unlikely to be happy. Respect for others is a prerequisite for a normal life in society. Feeling that you do not put them in anything, people will keep away from you, you will find yourself alone

Moral choice has always been and remains difficult. But you have to do it literally every minute: convenience or help, empathy or benefit, analysis or sympathy, and this list does not end there. The crisis aggravates all contradictions in social relations

It is customary to refer to the yellow press as print or Internet publications specializing in the publication of unverified, and sometimes deliberately false information. It is designed to attract the attention of sensationalists. Such articles are entertainment, not a source of truth

Probably everyone has come across a mysterious phrase and a black-and-white yin-yang symbol. Some sources claim that this is a conventional designation of day and night among eastern residents, others - that this is the energy of masculine and feminine principles, and still others - good and evil

Each person has their own moral and ethical ideas, developed through their personal worldview. In accordance with the level of moral and ethical qualities of a person, his level of education is also formed. Good breeding is what helps the individual in interacting with the surrounding society, helps to integrate into the culture of society, to participate in public life to the fullest

In your day-to-day life, you often have to be polite - at work, with friends and family, in the store, and elsewhere. At the same time, greeting and goodbye is a kind of indicator of the level of your culture. It is necessary to teach your child to say hello and goodbye even at preschool age so that you do not have to blush for not saying hello to teachers or your friends

Everyone needs help from friends and mutual assistance. It's nice to know that in a difficult financial situation, friends can help you out, and you can count on them. Accordingly, when you have money, you are ready to respond to another person's request to lend it to him

Conflicts are an integral part of life. They can occur anywhere: in the family, at work, in a store, on public transport. If you do not want to turn your life into a constant struggle for a place in the sun, it is better to learn how to deal with situations peacefully before they turn into an open quarrel

To correctly present flowers to a person is a whole art, which has its own rules, exceptions and nuances. It is useful to study flower etiquette in order to be at your best at any celebration. depends on the gender and age of the person to whom it is intended, as well as on the event

In supermarkets, stores, regardless of what is offered in them, you can always have questions related to the offered assortment. The amount and quality of information received about the offered product or the offered service depends on how competently you will talk with the seller

A person has individual character traits. Personality can be characterized by good breeding, generosity or kindness - quite understandable qualities. When a stranger is said to be “sentimental,” they mean that he is emotional. But what exactly does sentimentality include?

Sometimes mate, like a song, “helps us to build and live”. However, every educated person will agree that such speech is a bad habit. Women, men and children alike can easily master it, but getting rid of it will not be so easy. In this article, we will share effective ways to wean yourself from using foul language

For many years, the question "Does Russia need guest workers?" became rhetorical. That is, there is no definite answer to it. You can only try to compare the pros and cons and draw conclusions that, with a small margin in one direction or the other, may turn out to be untenable

Social behavior is understood as a way of behavior that individuals choose to display their abilities, capabilities, desires and principles within social action or interaction. What is "behavior" in sociology "Behavior"

Often people feel discomfort when communicating, and the reason for everything is the violation of personal space, which can otherwise be called a communication zone. But what is a communication zone really? What types of communication zones are there?

Knowing how to spell an address in German can come in handy in a variety of situations. For example, when ordering goods from a German store, you need to correctly write the destination address so that the parcel is successfully delivered. And when sending a letter, it is more important to indicate the delivery address correctly

Many of us love science fiction, or at least have read it at one time. Indeed, the best of fantastic works open up incredible worlds before us. By the way, which books of this genre are considered the best? We have selected the ones that have become events in the world of fantasy

The parade is a special solemn event, where ordinary mortals are usually not allowed, especially when it comes to the Victory Parade in Moscow. But there are always workarounds, along which you can get to Red Square on May 9 and see everything with your own eyes

Cinematography, the world's most popular art, is also the youngest. Born at the end of the 19th century, cinema has quickly grown from silent black-and-white minute-long screenings to vibrant, colorful pictures with a vivid, immersive effect

Martin Seligman is an American educator, psychologist, and author of self-help books. Martin promotes his theories of positive psychology and well-being in the scientific community. Biography Martin Seligman was born on August 12, 1942 in Albany, New York, USA to a family with Jewish roots

The global economic crisis, which began in 2008, has become especially difficult for some countries with economic problems. For example, Greece turned out to be one of the most vulnerable states in Europe. To understand the current situation in this country, you need to know the reasons that caused negative changes in its economy

Rudeness, insult can unexpectedly lie in wait for you anywhere: at work, on the bus, in the store. And now the day or evening is hopelessly ruined, because banal rudeness is actually one of the most powerful stressors. To be fully armed and able to defend yourself in such a situation, use the following tips

As a rule, in work activities, a situation may arise when, while helping your colleagues, one day you realize that you are doing someone else's work, and everyone is already used to it. As a rule, in work activities, a situation may arise when, while helping your colleagues, one day you realize that you are doing someone else's work, and everyone is already used to it

Humanity has inherited a perfect world from nature. But how will it dispose of this gift? Over the past few centuries, when the world began to be shaken by social turmoil, when nature gradually began to retreat under the businesslike pressure of a man who was managing the Earth, and culture and morality entered a deep crisis, the best representatives of civilization turned to looking for ways to put earthly affairs in order

Perhaps most of the continental countries are somehow associated with a tree. For Canada it is maple, for Australia - eucalyptus, for Finland - undersized spruce, and for Russia - birch. The tree has become a symbol of Russia for quite objective reasons, it is on the territory of the country that birch is more common than anywhere else in the world

The competition held last 2013 was called "Russia 10". Its main task was to tell the beauty and unique places of the big country and stir up the interest of tourists in different regions of Russia. It was the competition that was planned to tell the whole world about unique natural places, historical sites and cultural monuments

A guest in the house is joy, a feast and a sea of positive emotions. But exactly until the moment when the owners want to rest in silence. If the clock is approaching midnight, and the cheerful company is still not going to leave your apartment, you can subtly facilitate their departure

Vladislav Ramm is a young Russian singer and actor who has managed to prove himself in several projects. The most famous of these was the M-BAND group, as well as the reality show associated with it. The career and personal life of a talented artist is full of scandals - an indispensable attribute of a rising pop star

Humans tend to make mistakes. Sometimes he even does things that he himself considers reprehensible. He considers himself a sinner, repents, decides never to do this again, but … At the slightest opportunity he repeats his unseemly actions and again scolds himself

Corruption is the use by officials of their powers and rights, authority and status, opportunities and connections solely for personal gain. In any country in the world, including Russia, such actions are illegal and punishable by law. To fight corruption, special government bodies are being created, the methods of which have achieved the greatest efficiency, for example, in China, Sweden and Singapore

Fantasy lovers do not need to explain who Andrzej Sapkowski is. It is he who is the author of the famous saga about the hunter of mystical monsters Geralt. Sapkowski is one of the top five most published Polish authors, and his books have been published in German, Czech and Russian

Wikipedia interprets cruelty as “a moral and psychological personality trait, which manifests itself in an inhuman, rude, offensive attitude towards other living beings, causing them pain and encroachment on their lives. It is also believed that this is a socio-psychological phenomenon, expressed in receiving pleasure from deliberate infliction of suffering on a living being in a way that is unacceptable in this culture

Julia Gushchina is a famous Russian athlete, track and field athlete, Honored Master of Sports of Russia. Winner of a huge number of awards, including state ones. Biography Julia Gushchina was born on March 4, 1983 in Novocherkassk

Yu Nyosbe is a talented Norwegian detective writer and musician. He became known primarily as the author of books about Inspector Harry Hall. His first detective novel came out in 1997 and was called Bat. At the moment, Yu Nyosbe's books have been translated into more than 40 languages

The world famous Sony brand includes televisions, camcorders, smartphones, and other high-tech electronic products. The Japanese entrepreneur Akio Morita was able to turn the company into a transnational corporation. The outstanding physicist, excellent diplomat and writer received the Order of the Sacred Treasure of the first degree for exceptional services to the state

In our time, only the lazy has not heard of Maslow's pyramid, or the pyramid of needs. This symbol shows in which hierarchy the needs of the average person are located: first there are physiological needs, then safety, the desire to be loved, and so on

Not only modern men experience a complex due to the small size of their genitals. In ancient times, this problem also existed. During this period of time, many men resorted to various methods of penis enlargement, and some of them are terrifying

Elena Abdulaevna Hanga is a famous radio and TV presenter, journalist. The host of the popular talk shows "About It" and "Domino Principle", which were released in the 90s of the last century. It was thanks to these shows that Elena became popular and recognizable on Russian television

Rob Halford is a musician with an unusually strong voice. He made a great contribution to the development of metal culture and became the founder of the stage image of metalworking, bringing into fashion leather rivets with rivets, heavy chains

Extremism and terrorism are considered the most dangerous threats to stability in civilized countries. Political scientists and sociologists are vying with each other to search for the causes of these phenomena. And law enforcement agencies are waging a feasible fight against this phenomenon

The face is one of the main parameters of appearance, directly reflecting such an aspect of it as beauty. It reflects ethnic and genetic qualities, as well as those personality traits that are determined by the character, level of education, culture and much more

Honored Artist of Russia Ekaterina Lvovna Durova is a prominent representative of the famous Russian dynasty of actors. Moreover, she also has a very direct relationship to the circus Durovs. However, the creative path of the popular artist is associated exclusively with her own talents, which is reflected in several dozen of her theatrical projects and film works

The starring role of Dasha Bukina in the acclaimed comedy sitcom "Happy Together" has become the hallmark of the cinematic work of Natalya Vladimirovna Bochkareva, a Russian actress and TV presenter. However, few fans know that she is an acting theater actress, and her filmography is filled with many dramatic and multifaceted roles

At the start of the next fifteenth season of the rating program "Heads and Tails", viewers learned that Natalie Nevedrova became the new co-host of Regina Todorenko. This native of Moscow is not at all a debutante of television broadcasts, but has behind her shoulders an impressive portfolio with more than a dozen successful projects

Robert De Niro has been successfully playing the role of an outstanding actor, director and producer for many decades. He is popular all over the world, because he managed to skillfully embody gangsters and mafia representatives on the screen in a variety of films

Friends are among the closest people to us. They will help out in difficult times, they can be trusted with the secret. However, we don't always think about how we should talk to a friend. Instructions Step 1 Whatever the situation, you should remember that your friend is also a person with his own problems, thoughts, views

Life is sometimes like ski jumping. Before jumping up, you have to go down the track at high speed. At the bottom point, you need to correctly group and push off so as not to fly into a deep snowdrift. Hunched shoulders, lowered gaze are signs of a person who misunderstands the situation and is not ready to fly

Ksenia Sobchak is neither an opposition leader, nor a crime boss, nor a repeat offender, nevertheless, her thirty-year biography already includes sufficient experience of communicating with the courts. The last line in this chronicle at the beginning of September 2012 was the filing of a lawsuit against Xenia by St

Hearing compliments from others is pleasant to everyone. Especially when it's not your standard "looking good". The science of speaking beautiful words is not studied at school and is not taught at institutes. Each person, if desired, can master it himself

The path to success is the dream of many, but is it worth going this path? Western sociologists (including the famous David Orr) argue that there is a substitution of concepts, and this planet does not need successful people. Let's first try to figure out what people are called successful

Being a good host is an enjoyable but challenging task, as is being a pleasant guest. Sometimes it happens that you are invited to visit not for a couple of hours, but for several days - to another city, country - or it so happens that you need to live with someone while your apartment is being renovated

Internet communication has its own specifics. But despite its differences from real communication, certain rules of etiquette must be observed in a virtual dialogue. Netiquette means that you can communicate with several people at the same time, which means your interlocutor should not demand excessive attention to himself

Language strives not only for unification, but also for simplicity. Therefore, many concepts are often replaced by abbreviations. Such common abbreviated signs, of course, include the sign indicating consent, that is, OK. This statement was born in America, but it is present in almost all languages of the world

The ability to negotiate is the key to success in business. But how many people - so many opinions. Sometimes a deal that is beneficial to both contracting parties encounters obstacles. And the blame for everything is the inability to build the drama of a business conversation

For each of us, the time for an independent, adult life comes early. Regardless of whether we are looking forward to it or are afraid like fire, there is nowhere to get away from it. The only question is how to build this very life, how to prepare for it so that there are no gaps and miscalculations

In everyday life, there are situations when you have to contact strangers. For example, if you accidentally discover a personal item of a person whom you have never met before. How to transfer this item to its owner? It is necessary - own identity card

Medicine has been developing for several thousand years, today it is a serious science that has accumulated knowledge and experience. Naturally, those symbols and signs that are used today by medical institutions and organizations have their own history of origin and a very deep meaning

Every day people speak and write a huge amount of words. Sometimes the meaning of what is said is not perceived properly, but sometimes just one word can transform a person, plunge him into depression or return joy. Instructions Step 1 Monitor your speech

The concept of sin in modern society, by and large, has lost its capacity and religious content. It is customary today to call sin as offenses that - not many remember - were named in the Book of Genesis, Torah, Bible, Koran Sin is a deviation from traditional ways imposed by one or another religious denomination or from traditions dictated by public opinion, the product of the passions and temptations of Eve with a voluptuous serpent

Catherine the Second is one of the most famous reigning persons not only in Russia, but throughout the world. Such success was due not at all to luck or coincidence, but to her personal qualities. I have read Catherine's memoirs and I want to tell you about some of the rules that she followed

This question is filled with despair. For our aspirations to find friends, we sometimes miss the main thing. Friends are like butterflies. We can chase them all day, and they themselves are ready to sit on our palm as soon as we open it. Therefore, it is wiser to think about how to make yourself more attractive so that others would like to make friends with us

From childhood we were taught that swearing is indecent and illiterate. We were told that a cultured person will be able to express his dissatisfaction by other means, without resorting to obscene language. Who does not remember the threats of parents and educators to wash the offender's mouth with soap and water?

It is not at all difficult to invite a close friend to a meeting, but even here difficulties may arise if the meeting is of some special format - business, for example. If you need to call a person whom you met recently and still do not know well, just an acquaintance, then you need to be doubly careful

The short abbreviation for the Navy is usually used to designate the Russian Navy. It is believed that the fleet in Russia began its history in the 9th century, but the true dawn of the fleet, of course, is the years of the reign of Emperor Peter the Great

On July 25, 2014, the day of an employee of the investigation agencies of the Russian Federation was marked for the first time. This day has a rich 300-year history. It was on this day in 1713 that Peter the Great issued a decree establishing the Investigative Office

It is impossible to imagine living in an apartment building without communicating with neighbors. Even if you try not to date them, sooner or later there will still be a reason to get acquainted. Formally or informally. And how you recommend yourself will depend on how your neighbors will treat you

In modern society, in addition to marriage registered by the state, there is the concept of civil marriage. This concept does not have a legal status and documentary confirmation, however, the courts and other authorities are forced to actually recognize the existence of the institution of civil marriage

Eskimos, Nanais, Khanty are the indigenous peoples of Siberia. However, few people know that there are also Chulyms - a small people who have Turkic roots and are estimated by literally a few representatives, of whom today, according to some information, 656 people, according to others - 742

In our youth, it is difficult for us to understand why these old people are so eternally restless in their discontent, why they always lament, and they don’t like everything - you don’t go on dates like that, and your clothes are like a ragamuffin’s, and you have expressions

"Argumenta ponderantur, non numerantur" - "The strength of arguments is not in their number, but in their weight." Why are these words in Latin? Because the basic rules of eloquence and argumentation were formulated precisely in those distant ancient times

The problem of tobacco smoking is becoming a priority in modern society, thanks not only to its medical aspect, but also, first of all, ethical. After all, we must honestly admit that the "Western" format of resolving this issue has not brought the expected result to date

Abramov Nikolai Viktorovich - Russian and Vepsian poet. He wrote beautiful poems about his native land, about love and kindness. Nikolai Viktorovich Abramov is a Vepsian by nationality. He was a poet, writer, journalist and translator

Almost all girls in childhood read at least one fairy tale about how a handsome prince took as his wife a simple, unremarkable girl from a poor family. An impressionable child might well have thought: "When I grow up, I will also marry a prince

Anna Fischer is an actress and singer of German descent. She is known to viewers for her roles in the films Partly Cloudy, Fans Don't Stay for Breakfast and Love Behind the Wall. She also starred in the TV series "Commissioner Rex"

Oksana Fedorova is a famous fashion model and presenter. At one time, she gave preference to a career in television, leaving in the past the podium and the glory of the first beauty in the world. Numerous fans see Oksana as a multifaceted personality, follow her activities in the field of charity, discuss her professional successes, which took place in the work of a policeman, and of course, together with young family members watch the daily program "

Mark Knopfler is a renowned British singer, composer and rock musician. His full name is Mark Freuder Knopfler, he was born on August 12 in 1949 in Glasgow, Scotland. Biography Due to the fact that Mark's father was Jewish, he had to emigrate from Hungary to Glasgow in 1939

A hostel is a place where nonresident students temporarily live. It is provided by an educational institution on the basis of a certain set of rules. Most often, students live in hostels due to their relatively low cost. But how do you claim to be provided with a dorm room?

A Russian citizen may have a desire to move to Kiev in connection with his professional or personal life. With such a change of residence, it is necessary to take into account that for a permanent life in Ukraine, a Russian needs to draw up special documents

Roman Eremenko is a famous Finnish footballer who is known for his performances for CSKA Moscow and several Italian clubs. What is interesting about his biography and the personal life of a football player? Roman Eremenko is the middle son of the famous Soviet football player Alexei Eremenko

The history of world cinema shows that it is very difficult to predict the direction of the vector of success. In cinema, the main character and driving force is the director. Anjorka Strehel, an actress from Germany, was convinced of this from her own experience

Abel Hernandez is a famous football player of Uruguayan origin, nicknamed "the pearl". Plays for the Russian football club CSKA and the national team of Uruguay. Biography In August 1990, on the eighth, in the small Uruguayan town of Pando, the future football player Abel Hernandez was born

Khizri Shikhsaidov is a politician of the old school. He began his career in the distant 70s as an agronomist in his native Dagestan. Subsequently, he held significant posts in the bodies of the party and state. He is known as a firm and consistent leader who does not indulge his subordinates

The great-grandfather of the famous Russian writer Prilepin was called Zakhar Petrovich, a rare name for Soviet times. The young man took the call sign "Zakhar" during his business trips to the Caucasus as part of an OMON detachment

Calista Flockhart is an American Golden Globe-winning actress. She was repeatedly nominated for the prestigious Emmy Award, but never received it. Biography Early period Calista Flockhart was born on November 11, 1964 in Freeport, Illinois

At times, debates arise among experts and critics about what cinema should be. Some argue that cinema should educate people. Others consider cinema to be an entertainment art. The truth, as often happens, is somewhere in between. Pavel Kadochnikov could transform into any character, both comedic and dramatic

At the current historical moment, women are successfully competing with men in many spheres of human activity. They not only wear elegant trousers, but also achieve enviable business results. Larisa Sinelshchikova is a successful business woman and sexy woman

How many mysteries the great and mighty Russian language still hides. It seems to be a familiar expression that everyone has heard and is understandable in meaning. And why they say so, and where this or that expression came from, not everyone ponders, but in vain

Dolls accompany a child, especially a girl, from early childhood. They contribute to the development of maternal instinct, communication skills, aesthetic taste. However, many of the dolls that today's children play have completely different functions that are not inherent in children's toys

Popular Russian actress Lyubov Aksenova (nee Novikova) is now known to a wide audience for her successful film works in the science fiction series Closed School, Night Guards, Survive After, in the crime thriller Major (second season) and comedies "

The Russian-Belarusian theater and film actress - Anna Yuryevna Kazyuchits - is known to the mass audience for her films in the sensational series: "My Prechistenka", "Smile of a Mockingbird" and "Blue Nights". Currently, she is at the peak of her popularity and constantly replenishes her filmography with successful film works

Tickets for performances with the participation of Alisa Freundlich can be obtained with great difficulty. In ordinary life, the actress, who has become a real landmark of St. Petersburg, plays the important roles of mother, grandmother and great-grandmother thanks to her daughter, Varvara Vladimirova

The State Tretyakov Gallery is a world famous art museum with a rich collection of paintings by Russian painters, as well as ancient Russian icons. The gallery includes a whole complex of buildings in Lavrushinsky Lane near the Tretyakovskaya metro station, and on Krymsky Val, near the Park Kultury metro station

Having defeated Northeastern Russia, the Mongol-Tatars moved to Novgorod, but, not reaching it for some hundred kilometers, they turned back. Novgorodians said that God saved them. But modern people should understand that there are other reasons here, and not God's providence

Ilyas Esenberlin is a famous Kazakh writer and poet. Before his works, there were no books in Kazakh literature about the history of the people of the pre-Mongol era. The writer is recognized as the most published author in Kazakhstan. His books "

The play "At the Bottom" by Maxim Gorky belongs to the works that are not readily readable and easily perceived. This is because it presents an unfamiliar environment in which social and philosophical issues are intertwined. Maxim Gorky and the play "

Peter the Great died when he was only 52 years old. Official sources say that the death of the Russian emperor was caused by inflammation of the bladder and gangrene caused by urinary retention. But was it really so? The famous historian S

Peter the Great is known as a controversial personality. The founder of St. Petersburg was a great politician. At the same time, he is a cruel and uncompromising person, and not only in solving state affairs, but also in his personal life. Peter I Peter Alekseevich Romanov, the future Emperor Peter I, born on the night of June 9, 1672, was the son of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich and his second wife Natalia Naryshkina

"Night marshmallow streams ether", - said in one of the poems of A.S. Pushkin. Here the word "marshmallow" acts as a designation of the wind in general, but usually this word meant a specific wind. Zephyr belongs to the category of local winds that differ from the main direction of the general atmospheric circulation

If you have any questions or complaints to the Russian Pension Fund, you can write and send a letter in the traditional way or via the Internet. The FIU has special channels for communication with citizens, which can be used by everyone. It is necessary - a computer with Internet access

Dissidents are dissidents. Under the USSR, such citizens were persecuted, arrested en masse, or underwent treatment in psychiatric clinics. Today the word "opposition" is applied to dissidents. Dissident is a word that comes from Latin

Gamzat Tsadasa is a great Dagestan Arabist, poet and thinker. In addition to literary creativity, Gamzat Tsadasa took a great part in the public life of the mountainous republic. For his services he became a laureate of the Stalin Prize and received the title of People's Poet of the Dagestan ASSR

Very often, each of us wants to while away the time watching our favorite TV series. But it is not easy to find a resource on which this can be done, because there are so many sites with serials, and you do not always come across a high-quality Internet resource, convenient to use

In a sense, TV shows are replacing traditional cinematography. The format of the series allows you to more vividly reveal the storylines, show the characters of the characters, and involve the viewer in the story. Of course, we are talking about serials, in the creation of which a lot of labor and funds were used

Parody cinema is a special form of the comedy genre. Such films are capable of delivering a lot of positive emotions to the viewer. They help to escape from the hustle and bustle and relax after a hard day at work. One of the best parody films came out quite recently and was called The Hangover Games

The word "master" has several meanings. After the October Revolution of 1917, they began to call the lazy, idle person who shies away from work. But before this word had a different meaning. His predecessor is a "boyar", that is, a representative of the most noble and influential circles of society

Despite the fact that with the help of modern services you can download any novelties from the world of cinema from the Internet, the halls of cinemas are never empty. Millions of moviegoers follow the premieres and do not miss the chance to attend

Tennis is considered an elite sport. Therefore, the athletes here are "piece". Naturally, everyone's attention is riveted to each of them who managed to get ahead and reach certain heights. One of these female tennis players is Russian Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova

Prikhodko Vladimir Aleksandrovich is a famous children's writer and poet. In addition to literary creativity for a children's audience, he was engaged in journalism and wrote excellent essays and articles on Russian culture. Vladimir Prikhodko collaborated with the famous composer Grigory Gladkov

Soviet actress Anastasia Zueva is well remembered by those whose childhood was in the 80-90s. It was she who was the kind grandmother who appeared at the beginning of the legendary children's films by Alexander Rowe. Soviet children were impatiently waiting for the carved shutters to open and the storyteller to appear in them

Svetlana Nemolyaeva is a famous actress whose roles have become classics. She became famous for her collaboration with the famous Eldar Ryazanov. The most popular films with her participation are "Office Romance", "Garage"

Ada Rogovtseva is a famous Soviet actress who was remembered by the audience for the series "Eternal Call". few people know that she is a wonderful theatrical star of the Ukrainian stage. Childhood and youth Ada Nikolaevna Rogovtseva, Soviet and Ukrainian actress, born in the Sumy region, in the small town of Glukhov, on July 16, 1937

The popular domestic film actress Anastasia Sergeevna Sivaeva received universal recognition throughout the post-Soviet space, mainly due to her participation in the filming of the rating sitcom for the youth audience "Daddy's Daughters"

The film "Three Nuts for Cinderella" was and remains one of the most beloved by the audience. On the eve of Christmas, the film is traditionally shown on television in the Czech Republic and Germany. The history of filming a popular movie fairy tale is also interesting

The hardworking and sweet Cinderella has a lot of fans in the world. However, reading the romantic story of her love as presented by Charles Perrault, the young ladies are perplexed: how could a girl dance at the ball in such uncomfortable, albeit beautiful, shoes?

Irina Allegrova is a famous singer who is often called the "empress" of the Russian stage. Her biography is full of creative victories, and the whole country is still singing songs with pleasure. Biography Irina Allegrova was born in 1952 in Rostov-on-Don and is of Russian-Armenian origin

Alexey Loktev is a popular Soviet and Russian actor and theater director. Loktev was awarded the title of Honored Artist of the RSFR, is a laureate of the USSR State Prize. The name of Alexei Vasilyevich Loktev has long been inscribed in the country's film history

Konstantinov Alexander Maksimovich - Russian actor. He got into the cinema after participating in the TV project "Hunger". Wide fame came to him thanks to the role of the leading character in the multi-part project "IP Pirogov"

Alexander Sergeevich Nikolsky is a man for whom architecture has become the interest of his whole life. Before the revolution, after it, during the Leningrad blockade and after it, he did not cease to persistently create, dreaming of creating the most heavenly conditions for the good of people

People's Artist of the Russian Federation Valentin Nikulin left a remarkable creative mark in theater and cinema. For a long time he played on the stage of the Moscow Sovremennik Theater, starred with great Soviet film directors. His works are always very attractive and interesting for the viewer

Even before the start of the war with the Nazis, Tatyana Baramzina learned to shoot straight. Subsequently, these skills were useful to her in the battles for the freedom of the Fatherland. In her last battle, the girl and her comrades had to fight the superior forces of the enemy

Tatyana Siyatvinda is not only a talented dancer and choreographer, striking with her plasticity and beauty. But also the happy wife of Grigory Siyatvinda with more than ten years of experience. Biography Tatyana Siyatvinda was born in 1980

Vadim Kolganov is a popular actor with the title of Honored Artist of the Russian Federation. He starred in the TV series "Tatiana's Day", "Comrade Stalin", "Delta" and other well-known television projects. Biography Vadim Kolganov was born in the village of Baranovka (Ulyanovsk region) in 1971

Tatiana Peltzer was a gifted film and theater actress. She gained fame rather late. Tatyana Ivanovna was a mother and grandmother only on stage, she had no children and grandchildren. early years Peltzer was born on June 6, 1992, the family lived in Moscow

Some people become famous thanks to television. But more often a knowledgeable person is invited to the TV studio in order to increase the rating of the program. Tatyana Nikolaevna Montyan is a competent lawyer with an active civil position and, in addition, a charming woman

What is the human brain? How does he work? The famous doctor of biological sciences, professor Tatyana Vladimirovna Chernigovskaya, who has devoted her whole life to the study of this complex human part of the body, can give answers to these difficult questions

A native of Vitebsk, who has become one of the most popular Belarusian actors of our time, today he is the only one in the republic who was nominated for the prestigious Oscar. Igor Alekseevich Sigov currently has a very impressive filmography behind him and regularly goes to performances at the Republican Theater of Belarusian Drama

This man is sometimes called the Semei writer. Isai Kalashnikov is a direct descendant of the Old Believers who were once resettled in Transbaikalia. In his works, he pondered a lot about the meaning of life and about the purpose of man. Childhood and youth Isai Kallistratovich Kalashnikov from an early age was interested in the history of his native land, in which he was born and raised

In cinema, the main person is the director. It is he who chooses the actors for a specific scenario. Places extras. Determines which of the actors will be in the foreground and who will be in the second. Most viewers simply don't know about it

"Singer from the people" - this is the title given by fans to their idol Igor Rasteryaev. And all thanks to the famous song "Combineers" about a simple rural life, which Igor released in 2010. Childhood in the countryside Igor Vyacheslavovich Rasteryaev was born on August 10, 1980 in Leningrad in a family of artists - people with genes of creators

The Hermitage is one of the most popular museums in our country, its image is firmly connected in our minds with the elegant rooms of the Winter Palace. Indeed, the Winter Palace is the main and largest building of the museum, its visiting card

The Chinese civilization is one of the oldest on earth. It originated about 6,000 years ago and significantly influenced the development of peoples inhabiting other Far Eastern countries. The Chinese have managed to achieve success in various fields of human activity, among which art has always been given one of the first places

One of the most mysterious and mystical persons in Roman history is Pontius Pilate - the prefect of Judea, as the office of the head of the city was called in the old days. But in some sources he is called the procurator, that is, by today's standards, he was a judge

Russian musician Roman Chernitsyn has been striving for his success for many years. In life, he had to deal with a variety of things, but he always considered music to be the main thing. The hits of the PLAZMA group, whose face was Roman, graced domestic charts for a long time

Roma Acorn is a famous outrageous video blogger. He became popular as a teenager. His notes on twitter, youtube and vkontakte are videos on the verge of a foul. Daring, obscene statements of the young man collect hundreds of thousands of views

Roman Pavlyuchenko, nicknamed "The Sleeping Giant", is a Russian footballer, a participant in the bright and unforgettable Euro 2008 for Russia. Roman gained his wild popularity because of his luxurious goals in the qualifying match against England, thanks to which the Russian team was able to break into the final tournament

Vladimir Melnikov is the founder of Gloria Jeans. Since November 1, 2018 he has been the CEO of Sharen Jester Turney. He is actively involved in charitable activities, is a religious person. Vladimir Vladimirovich Melnikov is a famous Russian businessman

Savochkin Igor Yuryevich is a Russian film actor who was awarded the Golden Pen of the Border Prize for his role as Bobrovsky in the military drama Silent Outpost. There are more than 50 works in his cast. The man is very hardworking and stubborn, which is why he is in great demand in the film industry

Mikhail Mukasey chose his profession, following in the footsteps of his father. He is the son of cinematographers Svetlana Druzhinina and Anatoly Mukasey. Mikhail's success in cinematography is not yet as significant as that of his eminent parents

Mikhail Yurievich Vashukov is a Russian comedian, coupletist, TV presenter and actor. In 2001 he was awarded the title "Honored Artist of the Russian Federation". The performer in a duet with Nikolai Bandurin became especially famous

Valentina Ivanovna Golubeva is a public figure. She gained fame by becoming one of the experts, and then the captain of the only female team of the television club “What? Where? When?". A unique player by the profession of a mathematician

Olga Golubeva was the navigator of the only female aviation regiment during the Great Patriotic War. From technician to regiment commander - only women and girls. The Germans nicknamed them "Night Witches" - as it turned out, Soviet girls have a firm hand and an iron character

An amazing twist of fate brought Mikhail Gavrilov to the set as an actor instead of pursuing a career as a medical worker or military man. Today, throughout the post-Soviet space, fans of his work will recognize the popular Russian artist by the character of Evgeny Tsarev from the sports series "

Anton Olegovich Tabakov is a famous actor of Russian cinema and theater, a voice actor, as well as a businessman and restaurateur. The son of the equally famous Oleg Pavlovich Tabakov. Short biography and family Born into a creative family in the USSR, in the city of Moscow

Archstoyanie is a festival of landscape objects, taking place in the Nikola-Lenivets park in the village of the same name, located 180 kilometers from Moscow. Every year, masters of landscape architecture gather here, creating their amazing works, attracting numerous guests to this place