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A popular theater and film actor, as well as a model - Andrei Viktorovich Rudenko - for many years of his creative career is perceived in our country exclusively as a dandy and an elegant handsome man who breaks women's hearts. However, from the whole army of his admirers, there are few who know that he was originally prepared for steel by a metallurgist and an architect

The newest history of our country is replete with plots that are not often found in crime novels. When the Soviet Union was scrapped and the division of public property began, a wave of bloody crimes swept across the country. Few have survived the battle for the right to be effective property owners

Alexander Solzhenitsyn is a writer, playwright, and public figure. In the Soviet Union, he was recognized as a dissident. The writer spent many years in prison. Solzhenitsyn is a Nobel Prize winner. early years Alexander Isaevich was born on December 11, 1918

Alexey Rybnikov's talent manifested itself at an early age. All his life he enjoyed playing music. Moreover, his creative interests are very diverse. Rybnikov created many musical compositions for films. And rock operas, in which the music of the talented composer sounded, invariably gathered full houses

Roman Trakhtenberg is a showman, director, writer. His real name is Gorbunov. He became recognizable when he began to host the show "Money Does Not Smell", "Next" on Muz-TV. early years Roman Lvovich was born on September 28, 1968

Good comedy actresses are not easy to find. Making fun is a tough job, especially for women who always want to look their best. Nevertheless, "diamonds" who do not disdain to become ugly for the role, are encountered! If we talk about Russian popular comedic actresses, then today one of the best are Nonna Grishaeva and Anna Ardova

Open, sociable and positive Anna Ardova quickly captivated the audience. Today she is one of the most sought-after comedic actresses. Ardova is an actress in the third generation. But everything that she achieved in life came to her as a result of her own efforts

Yuri Kolokolnikov is the embodiment of dedication and talent. He achieved success not only in domestic cinema. The popular man can also be seen in foreign film projects. Yuri is the only Russian actor to star in the epoch-making series Game of Thrones

People's Artist of Russia Yuri Leonidovich Itskov, despite his serious age, continues to actively act in films. His latest films include the role of a criminalist in the detective series "Identity Unknown" (2017) and the character of an aircraft designer in the historical film "

Nikolay Ozerov left a noticeable mark on the sports life of the country. His achievements in tennis have not yet been replicated. Subsequently, Ozerov became a sports commentator known throughout the Soviet Union. His reports were passionate and always aroused the enthusiasm of the fans

Alexander Sergeevich Zatsepin is a Soviet and Russian composer who gained popularity thanks to films in which his works were used. Before career Alexander Sergeevich Zatsepin was born on March 10, 1926 in Novosibirsk. The family had nothing to do with art

Alexander Astashenok is one of the few winners of the "Star Factory" who managed to continue their career, and in several directions at once, to remain in demand in each of them, not to lose their fans. The first success to Alexander Astashenk came back in the period when he was a member of the musical group "

For a hundred years now, the Martha-Mariinsky Convent in the capital and the regions has been providing charitable assistance to people in need, the sick and the poor, disabled children, the disadvantaged and orphans. The monastery has more than 20 branches open and operating throughout Russia

Igor Zhizhikin is an actor who gained popularity, acting not only in domestic cinema, but also in American action films. His filmography includes films of eminent directors. Igor's creative life can be safely called unique, because he managed to achieve tremendous heights

The popular Russian theater and film actor - Aleksey Valerievich Serebryakov - was at the peak of his popularity in the dashing "nineties". His today's filmography is filled with a wide variety of genres, films in which have not always received universal recognition

Maria Kulikova is a talented actress who has gained immense fame, acting in domestic films and performing on the theater stage. Tapes with it are very popular. Maria's filmography has more than 50 titles. She starred both in feature films and in multi-part projects

Ksenia Kutepova gained fame back in the Soviet Union, but the actress is popular today. Her roles in the films "Guy from Mars", "Doctor Tyrsa", "Three Musketeers" were remembered and loved by the audience. Since then, fans of the actress have been closely following her work and, of course, are interested in the personal life of a celebrity

The whole life of this talented guy is a tale of a great dreamer. He began his career as a builder. But after a few years he became a popular, famous actor. We are talking about the protagonist of the multi-part project "Kitchen" Mark Bogatyrev

The surname of this person is found in the documents of the 15th century. Serfs at that time met among the Tyutryumovs. And the boyars too. But there were no artists. The first of the people of the creative profession among the Tyutrumovs was Alexander Arkadyevich

A native of the Moscow region, Mikhail Mikhailovich Evlanov is today at the peak of his creative career as a theater and film actor. His filmography now exceeds seventy films, among which military dramas are best known to the mass audience: "

Nikolai Vladimirovich Olyalin - Honored and People's Artist of the Ukrainian SSR, laureate of the Komsomol Prize of Ukraine, holder of the Order of Prince Yaroslav the Wise, V degree, screenwriter and film director. Nikolay Vladimir Olyalin is an actor of rare talent and appearance

Pavel Borisovich Luspekaev is a Soviet theater and film actor, remembered for the film "White Sun of the Desert". For the brilliantly performed role of the customs officer Vereshchagin, the Honored Artist of Russia was awarded the State Prize of Russia, albeit posthumously, almost three decades after the film was released

The Turkish TV series "The Magnificent Century" is popular in all countries where it is shown. In Russia, TV viewers show great interest in him. Millions of fans are eagerly awaiting the weekend to find out the continuation of the love story of the main characters - Sultan Suleiman and the Slavic concubine, and later, his lawful wife Alexandra - Khyurrem

Andrey Rostotsky is a courageous romantic, a talented filmmaker, a stuntman recognized by professionals. Andrey was born on 01/25/1957 in the capital. His parents were the famous director Stanislav Rostotsky and Nina Menshikova, an actress who played in many Russian films

The spectacular appearance of a native of Volgograd and a remarkable desire to achieve her goal with all her might, inherited by Vera Mikhailovna Sotnikova, to a greater extent from her mother, who, in her "well over eighty" continues to "

"Witchcraft Love" is a Ukrainian TV series that was released back in 2008. Inna Kapinos, Natalya Terekhova, Lyubov Tikhomirova and many other actors starred. The news of the spell All events of the series "Witchcraft Love"

Sometimes a person does not make a conscious choice of profession right away - this is what happened with the director Pavel Lungin. He was born in 1949 in the family of screenwriter Semyon Lungin and translator Lillianna Lungina. His father was a famous screenwriter (the films "

A popular theater and film actor, as well as a well-known TV presenter and just a friendly person - Mikhail Anatolyevich Dorozhkin - is currently known to a wide audience for his characters from the film projects "Ondine", "Damned Paradise"

Teenage films usually tell stories about children whose ages range from 12 to 17 years old. They are instructive and reveal the problems of self-development, choice of life path and relationships between children and parents. Instructions Step 1 Recently, one of the most popular and touching films about teenagers is the picture that was released in 2012 - "

For the people's artist Viktor Proskurin, there are no big and small roles: in each he gives all the best. This is his life credo. Family and childhood Viktor Alekseevich Proskurin is a native Muscovite, although he was born on February 8, 1952 in distant Kazakhstan, where his parents were on a business trip

In addition to official coats of arms, countries and nations also have national symbols. Russia has a bear, Great Britain has a lion. There is also a country whose national symbol is the rooster. This is France. A bit of antiquity Gauls is the Latin name for the Celtic tribes that inhabited the territory of France, Switzerland, Belgium and Northern Italy

In Russia, which possesses innumerable natural resources, there are more than a hundred various natural reservations, many of which are protected by international law. Slightly fewer in the country are the so-called reserve museums that preserve the artistic heritage

Beth Broderick (real name Elizabeth Alice) is an American theater and film actress, director. She became widely known after playing the role of Zelda Spellman in the project "Sabrina, the Little Witch." The creative biography of the actress has more than 80 roles in television and film projects, including participation in popular shows

Pete Burns is a musician, singer, lyricist and leader of the band Dead or Alive. Popularity and fame were brought to him not only by creativity. A scandalous character, ambiguous behavior, a tendency to outrageous, a huge number of plastic surgeries - all this attracted everyone's attention to Pete Burns for many years

Lars von Trier is a Danish screenwriter and film director. He has received prizes at international film festivals more than once. Owns the main award of the Cannes Film Festival. Personal life of Lars von Trier The future filmmaker was born in the capital of Denmark in the spring of 1956

The name of the Swedish actor Peter Stormare can be translated as "rebel". And this definition suits him very much: he played so many unusual, non-trivial roles that not everyone is given. In addition, Peter could not remain within the framework of only an actor's role, and he is also known as a director and musician

Charlotte Lucy Gainsbourg is a French-British singer and actress known not only as the daughter of the star couple Serge Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin. Charlotte is called the muse of Lars von Trier, she was the face of brands such as Louis Vuitton, Yves Saint Laurent, Balenciaga, her photos were adorned with the covers of the most popular glossy magazines

The ebullient energy of Sam Klebanov, with all his external restraint, works wonders. Thanks to this independent film distributor, the Russian audience saw many interesting films by contemporary European directors. He created a whole direction on the Kultura TV channel, which still arouses keen interest

Sam Esmail is a renowned American screenwriter, director and producer. He works in film and television. Sam is best known for writing and directing the television series Mr. Robot. He also directed the psychological thriller Homecoming starring Julia Roberts

Sam Heughan is a sought-after actor from Scotland who began his career in the arts by acting in the theater. Today, the artist is trying to combine work on the stage and in the cinema, on television. Sam Heughan was born into a hippie family in 1980

James Wang is a Hollywood director who has directed such acclaimed films as Aquaman for the DCEU, The Conjuring, Astral, Saw. He has amazing taste and special look, his films are always recognizable and have high box office receipts. It is James Wang who is now recognized as the king of horror in Hollywood

James Bowen is a London-based writer and street musician. His books "Bob the Street Cat" and "The World Through the Eyes of Bob the Cat", co-authored with Gary Jenkins, have become international bestsellers. Childhood James Bowen was born in Surrey on March 15, 1979

Cyrus is the king of Persia who ruled back in 559 BC. e. He founded the Achaemenid state. He was called the Great during his lifetime. There are legends about the wisdom and genius of the ruler. Thanks to his intelligence and strategic abilities, he managed to unite many disparate states, located from the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean

The Winter Palace is one of the most solemn and magnificent buildings in St. Petersburg. Its elegant facades are associated with the best views of the Northern capital, turning events in Russian history and the greatest museum in the country and the world - the Hermitage

Twenty towers, which in ancient times helped to defend the Kremlin from enemies, and now adorn the most significant architectural structure in Russia, differ from each other both in height and shape. The highest tower of the Kremlin ensemble is Troitskaya

The not very stable situation in Russia makes more and more people think about moving to another country for permanent residence. There are several nuances that you need to know for a successful move. Instructions Step 1 First of all, I must say that for different people, such a move can be very different

“Where I was born, there I came in handy” - this is the famous phrase. However, another popular wisdom says: "A fish seeks - where it is deeper, and a man - where it is easier." Low incomes, uncertainty about the future, corruption and bureaucracy, fear for children - all this sometimes leads Russian citizens to the thought:

Moscow is the city to which the largest flow of internal Russian migration is directed. Nevertheless, one should not think that there is no alternative to Moscow. If you do not like this city or there are not enough career prospects for you, there are many places where you can move from there

On March 10, 2012, the then current President of the Russian Federation Dmitry Medvedev proposed to relocate the Presidential Administration and the government apparatus, the State Duma and the Federation Council, the Accounts Chamber and the judiciary, as well as the Prosecutor General's Office, the Investigative Committee and various ministries outside the Moscow Ring Road

The post of chief architect of Moscow became vacant after Alexander Kuzmin announced his resignation in July 2012. The appointment of the new chief architect of the capital took place in mid-August. The first information about who is most likely to take the post of chief architect of Moscow appeared a week before the new appointment

From childhood, children are told tales about good knights and evil dragons, about Baba Yaga, Koschey the Immortal, Vasilisa the Beautiful and Ivan Tsarevich, where the inevitable finale is in any case marked by the victory of Good over Evil

Lascaux Cave is the most famous monument of primitive art. This is an underground cave, covered from the inside with huge drawings of animals. It is believed that the cave was used for religious rites. The history of the discovery of the cave Like many other caves, Lasko was discovered not thanks to long-term research by scientists, but quite by accident - a group of children came across it

The monument to Kozma Minin and Dmitry Pozharsky is installed in the very "heart" of the Russian capital - on Red Square. He appeared there in 1818, in honor of the 200th anniversary of the victory of Russian militias over the Polish-Lithuanian invaders

The greatest interest among readers, of which there is no doubt, is caused by extraordinary characters who live, as they say, their own lives. But how to describe the characters of the heroes, so that their actions in history, their actions look like a genuine reaction of the most real, living creature?

Lack of heating in apartment buildings is one of the most common communal problems. Residents usually treat emergency shutdowns with understanding, because they know the reason and the approximate time frame for its elimination. But it happens that the city has been connected to the heat supply for a long time, and your riser remains cold

Moscow and St. Petersburg are the two capitals of Russia, official and cultural, the two largest cities in the country. And each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages. Someone likes a stormy and eventful life in the white-stone capital, and someone wants to live in a more leisurely and measured St

Boris Belozerov is widely known for his own erudition. As a child, he was one of the brightest participants in the show "The smartest", setting a record among boys for the number of correct answers. And in his youth he put together a team as a captain and became a promising connoisseur of the club “What?

Tom Hughes is an English actor. He played in several cult films. Tom is passionate about music and has appeared in advertising campaigns for the largest fashion houses. Childhood, adolescence Tom Hughes was born on April 18, 1985

Vorobyovy Gory is one of the most famous parks in Moscow. Various events are often held here, for example, youth flash mobs, concerts and sports competitions, and almost everyone who comes to the city strives to get here. Vorobyovy Gory is located on the so-called Teplostan Upland on the right bank of the Moskva River, in the southwestern part of the city

Alexander Blok is one of the most popular poets of the Silver Age. His biography and work are full of mysteries, but at the same time, very interesting and unique. Each of his works is a masterpiece. All of Blok's poetry is inspiring and impressive

Russian or hussar roulette is an extreme game in which one of the participants can die from a fatal shot. It is believed that Russian roulette was widespread in Russia, but there is practically no documentary evidence of how people played this extreme game

Probably, each of us, when mentioning the name of the great Russian composer P.I. Tchaikovsky's first associations will be similar. This is the inspired music of the Swan Lake ballet and the majestic First Concerto for piano and orchestra. And also - the International Competition of Performers and the Moscow State Conservatory, the main concert venue of which is the Great Hall

The word "classicism" in translation from the Latin language means exemplary. This is an artistic direction in the art of the 17-18 centuries. Antique art was a model for classicism. The creators of this style believed that everything in the world is based on the ideas of reason and laws, logic and clarity, and they embodied these principles in their works

Monasteries near Moscow, which were built several centuries ago and have survived to this day, are a great heritage of cultural and historical significance. You should definitely visit the monasteries of the Moscow region and enjoy the splendor of architectural ensembles and an interesting history

The ancient monastery is located in the historical center of Moscow. However, the bustle of the metropolis does not penetrate the walls of the monastery, here there is peace and quiet, inherent in the old green garden and flowering alleys, as well as ancient burials

Reggae is harmony, positivity and the spirit of the world embodied in music. This is the concept of reggae style presented by Bob Marley - the very first representative of a third world country to become a real star. Where and when did the reggae style begin Reggae music appeared on the island of Jamaica in 1968

The use of technical means when performing songs from the stage has become commonplace on the modern stage. Nowadays, few people sing in their own voice. Among such nuggets is Larisa Viktorovna Lusta. Children's hobbies To achieve fame in any field of activity, you need to "

Sullivan Stapleton is an Australian actor and producer. He has more than forty roles in film and television. Sullivan became widely known after participating in the crime drama "According to the Wolf's Laws" and in the film "300 Spartans:

The biblical king Solomon, the son of David, according to the Torah is one of the prophets, a symbol of judicial and religious wisdom is known not only for being considered the author of "Ecclesiastes", "Song of Songs" and "

Santiago Cabrera is a theater, film and television actor. Particular fame was brought to him by roles in such projects as "Merlin", "The Musketeers", "Big Little Lies", "Transformers: The Last Knight", "

Exactly 25 years ago, Yolanda Cristina Gigliotti, whom the whole world knows under the stage name Delilah, tragically passed away. She was the number one star of the French stage, had fans all over the world, sang in French, Italian, Arabic, Spanish, Flemish, English, German and Japanese

Today, few people are surprised to learn about the enormous state of a very young man. The world community is ready to pay for talent, so there are more than one hundred millionaire celebrities under the age of thirty. The richest are included in the Forbes rating

The publicistic TV channel "Who's Who" is an analogue of the well-known The Biography Channel. Here you can watch films and stories from the life of celebrities, socially significant heroes. Before being shown on air, all material is approved on the official website

It often happens that a costume or dress featured in a movie comes into fashion in real life. And sometimes it's just interesting to plunge into a bygone era thanks to the authentic outfits of those years. In any case, the work of a costume designer is not an easy craft

Any girl dreams that one day she will go down the aisle in a luxurious wedding dress. Instructions Step 1 Fashion changes, history renews, time passes, the earth turns, and a wedding dress remains the most popular and most beautiful outfit of a woman

When entering a dwelling, a Russian person always takes off his shoes and puts on house slippers. Almost every hostess has several pairs of spare slippers for visiting people. Arriving in any more civilized country, Russian people are surprised how you can walk in shoes on the streets of the city, and then in the same shoes around your own home

The national flag of Great Britain is called "Union Jack", it is a red straight, red and white oblique crosses on a blue background. Its history begins in 1603 with the alliance between England and Scotland, when the Scottish king inherited the English throne

The New Testament refers to the part of the Bible that includes books written after the birth of Jesus Christ. For an Orthodox person, the New Testament corpus of the Bible is the most important among all the books of Holy Scripture. The canon of the books of the New Testament was documented at the local Laodicean Council in 360

A short life hack on how to get started with art. "Seryoga took me … to the Van Gogh exhibition …" In order not to fall face down in the dirt and enjoy the works of art, we propose to understand the main directions of painting

Easter is the main Christian holiday that symbolizes the resurrection of Christ and in translation from Greek means "deliverance". This event is celebrated on different dates, but always on Sunday. Instructions Step 1 Stick to a fast that begins 40 days before Easter

Nikolai Mikhailovich Rubtsov is a Russian poet who lived a very short life. Like a magnet, he attracted trouble to himself. His fate is deeply tragic, and his poems are unusually beautiful and lyrical. War childhood and adolescence Nikolai Rubtsov was born on January 3, 1936 in the city of Yemetsk, Arkhangelsk Region, into a large family

Shrovetide is all about public festivities, games and fun, burning a scarecrow of winter and, of course, many, many pancakes. This holiday is loved by both children and adults, they are waiting for it, they prepare for it with the whole family and celebrate it, by the way, not only in Russia

Fashion Week is the brightest event where visitors can personally get acquainted with fashion trends and see the latest collections of designers, both the most famous ones and those who are just starting out. Similar shows are held in Milan, London, New York, the capital of world fashion - Paris, and since 1994 in Moscow

"Prince of Tenors" Franco Corelli was distinguished by an unusually beautiful voice, efficiency and effective appearance. His life was filled with music, phenomenal fame and adoration of fans, but absolutely devoid of scandals and intrigues that often accompany creative personalities

Surely you have heard about such an Orthodox holiday as Sysoev Day. The memory of the Monk Sisoy the Great, a hermit monk, will live forever, this saintly man led a life equal to Agel, conquering hordes of invisible enemies by prayer and humility

Penelope Mitchell is a young actress from the Australian city of Melbourne. Most of all we remember her for the famous American horror about werewolves "Hemlock Grove", playing there Lita Godfrey. Biography of film actress Penelope Mitchell A family Actress Penelope Mitchell (Penelope Mitchell) was born on a warm summer, July 23, 1991 in the Australian city of Melbourne

Australian actor, has become a famous field of participation in the TV series "Neighbors". His international fame was brought to him by his shooting in the TV series "The Tomorrow People" and "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D"

Alice Merton is a young but very talented German performer, musician and songwriter. World success came to the girl at the turn of 2016-2017, when she recorded the sensational song "No Roots". Alice Merton was born in Germany

Elizabeth Dean Layle is an American theater, film and television actress. She became widely known after playing the role of Anna in ABC's American fantasy project Once Upon a Time. In the creative biography of the actress there are only 12 roles in television and film projects, including participation in popular American entertainment programs:

Ted Williams is an announcer, radio host, and sportscaster who rose to prominence after posting a video on the internet in which he was interviewed while homeless. Fate sometimes disposes in such a way that wealthy people remain to live on the street

On June 4, 2019, the last episode of the Chernobyl series, directed by Johan Renck, was released in Russian. The multi-part film realistically describes the events of the disaster that occurred in 1986. Some of the heroes of the plot really existed, and the events took place

Recently, interest in the past has become more and more frequent. Knowledge of history helps a person to better understand the processes taking place in modern society. To understand the history of the development of individual countries and peoples, it is important to have the idea that the events of distant days and the present are firmly connected with each other

The word "guard" literally translated from Italian or English means "guard", "guard". In a broader sense, these are select, privileged military units designed to perform a particularly difficult or honorable task

It is very difficult for a modern person to navigate the stormy stream of news. In this regard, psychologists even invented certain addictions and diseases that affect the psyche that is unstable to external influences. In such a situation, there are several ways to protect yourself from the harmful effects of the Internet and TV

Yuri Alekseevich Vnukov is a Russian theater and film actor who has played many diverse character roles: comedic, fairytale, romantic and dramatic. Vnukov has an outstanding appearance and a bright acting talent. And the character of the children's program "

Each subject has its own teaching method. It helps to assimilate knowledge as quickly and efficiently as possible. Music is no exception. In particular, a very important component of it is the ability to sight-read. What should you look for when acquiring this skill?

To get a generalized idea of the main points of sociological thinking, it is necessary to draw material from numerous sources. But the doubtfulness of the internal unity of sociology as a discipline does not allow us to single out only one specific concept

Even in Old Testament times, mankind was given ten commandments, reflecting the basic principles of man's relationship to God and neighbors. The list of Sinai legislation contains the commandment that a person should not commit the sin of adultery

While there are many different interpretations, the essence of the term "paganism" consists in the confession of polytheistic religions, as well as in idolatry. The word itself comes from the Church Slavonic meaning "people"

The road to success is not easy. But it is possible. The pressure of society, a hard start, a lack of connections - is it really a hindrance for a person who has set a goal for himself? Becoming a specialist is a doable task. Becoming successful is not easy In the conditions of modern realities, one cannot become successful by following the bulk

The suffering and untimely death of innocent people, even babies, is one of the most painful issues. Many people, not finding an answer to it, turned away from faith. Meanwhile, it is the believer who is capable of both understanding and accepting the answer to this question

The Great Wall of China is one of the most ancient human structures that have survived to our times. Its construction lasted for several centuries, accompanied by tragic human losses and huge costs. The result is a real wonder of the world that attracts tourists from all over the world

Namaz is a canonical prayer. Along with the confession of faith (shahada), fasting (saum), donation to the poor (zakat) and pilgrimage (hajj), he is among the five pillars of Islam. Muslims use several terms to refer to prayer, depending on their language and culture

International Children's Day is held on June 1st. It is one of the oldest holidays celebrated in the world since 1950. Traditionally, on this day, many events are held to remind you of the need to respect children. Instructions Step 1 Caring for children is common in all modern cultures and nations

In the Orthodox Christian tradition, the main celebration, bestowing special spiritual joy, is the day of the celebration of the Bright Resurrection of Christ. The Lord's Easter in 2016 falls on the 1st of May. Orthodox Christians all over the world have a pious custom on Easter not only to congratulate each other with the joyful greeting "

In Russia, an attesting witness is an uninterested person who voluntarily participates in part of the procedural actions of criminal and administrative cases, directly participating in the process of inquiry or investigation, having a certain set of rights and obligations provided for by the Code of Criminal Procedure of the Russian Federation

In all countries celebrating Easter, this bright day is celebrated with folk festivities. The traditions of celebrating Russian Easter are gradually adopting some customs from Europe, but many of them still remain unchanged. Easter service It is the church service that announces the solemn beginning of the holiday

January is one of the most eventful months of the year. January is the continuation of the New Year holidays, some of the most important holidays of Orthodox Christianity take place, many memorable dates are celebrated. New Year Holidays Of course, the most famous in Russia are such traditional holidays as New and Old New Years

At different times, St. Michael's Day was celebrated on different days. So, at the beginning of the IV century, it was decided that this event should be celebrated on November 21, but later the holiday was banned by the church as heretical. St

Icon painting, or icon painting, is an ancient fine art that appeared simultaneously with Christianity. The first icon, that is, the image, is considered the so-called image of the Savior not made by hands, imprinted on a towel, with which Christ wiped his face

For an Orthodox believer, the words of the Savior Jesus Christ himself are of particular importance. In the Gospel, Christ commands the apostles about the need to preach throughout the world and perform the sacrament of baptism. Therefore, even from the time of the Apostles, every Christian believer with special reverence approached the sacrament of entering the Church - holy baptism

Icons are given only to the closest people. This is a sacred gift full of meaning. If you are going to give an icon to a man, you need to take into account some of the nuances in order to choose the most suitable one for this person. There are many options for icons that can be presented to a man, therefore, in order to choose, you need to know in advance the date of the baptism of the donee, and most importantly, think about what this person needs right now, what kin

Sacred scarab, Scarabeus sacer in Latin - this is how scientists call this beetle. The name comes from the religious reverence that the ancient Egyptians had around the scarab. The existence of the ancient Egyptian religion spans over 2000 years

According to the beliefs of Kabbalists, a red woolen thread tied at the left wrist is one of the strongest amulets against the evil eye and envy. It is curious that for 15 years the most famous follower of the Jewish esoteric movement - the singer Madonna - has been wearing this "

Recently, during the holidays, it has become fashionable to return to folk traditions. And of course, many young couples in love try to observe all the ceremonies when they get married. The first step is to obtain the consent of the bride's parents for the wedding, in other words, matchmaking

Most newlyweds seek to get married in church to strengthen their union. Only not everyone knows how to properly carry out the wedding ceremony. To begin with, agree on the date and time of the wedding with the priest, who will write you down on a specific list

Today, most people on the planet use the modern Gregorian calendar and count the time from the date of the Nativity of Christ. But there are still such calendars that continue to count from, for example, the creation of the world. Jewish calendar The date for the beginning of the Jewish calendar is October 7, 3761 BC

Believers have a special meaning in their prayers. This is a way to turn to God, to convey to him your requests and prayers. The more sincere the words spoken in this monologue-address, the brighter it will be on the heart of the person praying

In the Orthodox Christian calendar, every day is dedicated to the memory of a saint. On August 3 (July 21, old style), believers remember Onuphriy of Pechersky, or, as he is also called, Silent. Onufry Pechersky lived in Kiev in the XII century

A monk is a person who has departed from the world. Becoming a monk is not easy, but it’s even harder to never regret it. Vowing is a very serious decision, which implies the rejection of all the benefits of life: communication with the opposite sex, technology, entertainment

Many actions performed during Orthodox sacraments are deeply symbolic. Individual items used during worship can symbolize various truths of Christian doctrine and morality. The crowns worn on the heads of those who are married in the temple are no exception

Christians began to use symbolic images already in the days of the Catacomb Church. It is believed that the symbols played the role of secret signs by which fellow believers could recognize each other. But each of these signs is full of meaning

The ritual of taking the oath is regulated by a special Regulation on the military oath. In accordance with it, the order of actions of recruits takes place, lists are prepared, a parade ground is drawn up. The oath is an oath promise of devotion and readiness to serve faithfully until the end of his life for the good of the Motherland

The sacrament of marriage is one of the most beautiful and joyous sacraments of the Church. It has been taking place for 20 centuries, starting from the apostolic times, and consists of two parts - the rite of betrothal and the succession of the wedding

Many Orthodox believers on the day of their marriage in the registry office still want to consolidate their union before God during the sacrament of the wedding. This is usually done after the painting before the wedding banquet, so it will be useful to know how long the wedding itself takes in order to calmly distribute the schedule of wedding events

A church wedding is a sacred ceremony during which a loving person transfers himself, his thoughts and desires into the hands of his beloved. Having got married, the husband and wife take on the obligation to preserve the family and receive a church blessing for a happy family life and the birth of children

When contacting clergy, one should know spiritual etiquette and, in order to avoid mistakes and awkward situations, one must have a minimum of knowledge. A believer, asking a priest for a blessing, turns to him as a conductor of God's grace

With the almost omnipotent possibilities of new technologies, it is no longer fashionable to sit at home and do nothing. Developing various talents in oneself and earning popularity in society at the same time is simple, it is enough to be able to behave freely in front of the camera and have high-speed Internet available

How to hold the pen correctly? This question arises for parents when their baby begins to learn to write or draw. And sometimes adults, who are accustomed to typing on the keyboard, have to remember this too - if suddenly, due to their duty, they have to write a lot by hand, they have to remember their "

Jokes about the harsh Chelyabinsk have filled not only the entire Internet, they are already being published in full in newspapers and quoted in serious publications. For a couple of years, no one thought that Chelyabinsk was especially harsh in comparison with other cities in Russia

There are more than 160 gardens in the world that specialize in displaying a wide variety of insects, including butterflies. People enjoy watching bright exotics, and adults show no less interest than children full of delight. The most famous tropical butterfly gardens Without a doubt, one of the largest and most memorable are the butterfly gardens at botanical parks located in the tropics

Sometimes calling a taxi turns into a real problem. The driver is looking for a client, the dispatcher is nervous, and the client cannot figure out where his car is. Instructions Step 1 Better expensive, but neat. In case of an urgent trip, contact only a trusted taxi service

During the holidays, when many people want to relax abroad, information on the lists of debtors becomes especially relevant. Indeed, according to the current legislation, you will not be able to travel abroad if you are included in this list

Tunisia is an African state that was formed at the beginning of the 15th century. It has a rich history, its cultural traditions have developed under the influence of both the European and Muslim world. The main public holiday in Tunisia is Republic Day

A huge number of media outlets hold prize draws to attract the attention of listeners and viewers to their programs. To receive a gift, it is enough to listen carefully to the radio station or watch a TV show from beginning to end. Instructions Step 1 To receive a gift from your favorite radio station, turn on the receiver in the morning, from seven to eleven, or in the evening, from seventeen to twenty-one

Many food and consumer goods manufacturers run incentive lotteries. There are people who have made receiving prizes in such lotteries their hobby. They call themselves prize-takers. You can become one of them too. Instructions Step 1 Don't rely on ads alone - that's just the tip of the iceberg

The fun winter fun of making a snowman has come to us since ancient times. This favorite of children and adults, which has become a symbol of winter and the New Year, can be found in every courtyard, park, almost every square. A snowman with a carrot nose and a funny bucket instead of a hat is able to easily cheer you up with just his appearance

Films about swindlers are very popular. The charisma and elusiveness of the main characters amaze the audience, and their ingenuity attracts to the screen and does not allow distraction until the end of the film. Being drawn into the plot, the viewer often takes the side of the heroes-swindlers, and not on the side of the law

Cinematography should inspire people to accomplishments and courageous deeds. There are films about the survival of people in the wild, made from books or based on real events. Some of them are highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike

Russian cinema was considered dying for a very long time, since, according to critics, few films could surprise and delight the viewer. However, the situation is now improving. There have been a lot of good TV shows lately, one of which will be The Long Way Home

History does not tolerate the subjunctive mood. It is possible to simulate the likely consequences of an event only after analyzing the plans of the participants. However, the reality of such modeling does not stand up to criticism, since real plans are built against the background of the laws of historical development, but often without taking them and many other factors into account

Today Minsk is the largest city in the Republic of Belarus. Its population is about two million. Currently, there are several points of view on how to call its inhabitants. Let's describe some of them. Instructions Step 1 The formation of ethnohoronyms (names of residents of a certain area) sometimes involves some difficulties, since not all toponyms can be used to form names

A carefree life full of fun - yachts, casinos, pretty girls. Such a stereotypical view of the life of millionaires is created thanks to films, all kinds of TV shows and advertisements. In fact, the lives of most rich people are very different from this

In order to register your relationship with the registry office, you must pay a state fee. This moment should not be scary, since the required amount is quite low, and the procedure itself does not take much time. Payment of state duty for marriage registration Before setting the official date of marriage, you must submit an application and pay the state fee

Waiting for a baby is an extremely exciting period in a woman's life. At this time, a small miracle is happening in her body. It is not for nothing that many films have been filmed about this magical time in different genres: from sparkling comedies that raise the mood to deep philosophical dramas that make you think

During pregnancy, a woman's hormonal background changes greatly, it becomes unstable. In 10 minutes, a woman can go from a good mood to crying. Therefore, entertainment in the form of films for pregnant women should be chosen with particular care

A.S. Pushkin lived a relatively short but eventful life. It is difficult to imagine how many wonderful literary works could still have come out from under his pen, if not for the bullet with which he was mortally wounded in a duel. Alas, history does not tolerate the subjunctive mood

The national wooden African drum is rightfully the most versatile and popular percussion instrument in the world. It gained popularity due to its variety of sounds. This is due to the unique design and fit of goatskin, as well as the skill of the performers, some of whom are world famous

A person spends about a third of his life in a dream. And all this time, dreams are the only source of information that most people forget about, as soon as they wake up. While from dreams you can glean important information regarding waking life

If asked about this an ordinary schoolchild or student, sadly sighing day after day over vast tables of irregular verbs and trying to memorize the basics of grammar, he would answer: "In order to get a good grade in half a year." Further prospects in the study of the language are hidden from him

In 2010, during excavations, American archaeologists discovered another Mayan calendar, which "cancels" the alleged end of the world. Meanwhile, scientists dispute the very definition of the "Mayan calendar" existing now, since its complete record simply cannot be

The main stage in the formation of a person's personal qualities is the actual formation of his personality. Moreover, the formation of a person's personality begins very early, from infancy, and continues throughout life. It is necessary Books on the psychology of personality, a computer with an Internet connection

Talismans made from suitable gemstones are believed to be able to channel the Leo's energy into a peaceful channel and curb their temperament. In order to know exactly the right gemstone, you need to know the date of birth. The main patron of the sign of Leo is the Sun, and the corresponding stone, amber

In the culture of various peoples, legends have been preserved about creatures of unusual growth for the average person, who had tremendous strength. In Greek myths they were called titans and Atlanteans, in Scandinavian mythology - giants, in the Bible - Nephilim

Ayurveda is an ancient Indian doctrine of the harmony of soul and body, combining philosophical and scientific ideas. Ayurvedic principles have influenced many religions, they are successfully applied in medicine, mental practices, self-improvement systems

Practical jokes are what builds relationships within the company. In addition, the organizers and the "victim" can laugh heartily and get a lot of positive emotions. Frozen computer A great prank for those people whose friends often use the computer

The UN General Assembly on September 20, 1993 decided to introduce a new holiday into the calendar. According to the adopted resolution, May 15 is named International Day of the Family. This holiday is celebrated in many countries, including Russia

International Day of Democracy was established on December 13, 2007 by the UN General Assembly, since 2008 it has been celebrated annually on September 15. The main goal of Democracy Day is to raise public awareness of human rights and democratic values

International Family Day is celebrated on 15 May. But its meaning is to remember about your family not only on this day, but to devote your attention and care to it every day. In Russia there is also a separate, state, family holiday. Family Day was approved by the UN Assembly

Flowers are a gift usually given by men to women. However, you can also give flowers to men. Most often this is done at concert premieres, on days of scientific discoveries and, of course, on a birthday. Flowers for men The rules of etiquette say that you should not give flowers to a man if he is older than you, unless the reason for this, of course, was a birthday or any other special occasion

Memorandum is a Latin term that is actively used today in the political sphere. It represents a specific type of relationship between different states. The word "memorandum" came into our everyday life from the Latin language, where it meant something important to remember

The attitude of the people towards the mirror is very ambiguous. A huge number of different mystical stories are associated with mirrors. It is believed that this is a window to the other world, which is able to influence the daily life of a person

In the minds of the Russian people, there are many different beliefs and superstitions, the roots of which often relate to the culture of other countries. Currently, there is a belief in Russia that a person should not be given a watch. The Orthodox Church has its own view of this practice

In any office and in production, employees often work with various kinds of documents, so the ability to draw up official, business documents is necessary for everyone. At the same time, there are general requirements that must be adhered to when drawing up any document - a business letter, order, position, instruction, etc

It is difficult to overestimate the role of Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin for Russian literature and art. This genius poet and prose writer is considered the creator of the modern literary Russian language, who left behind many poems, stories, stories and poems

A natal chart, or birth chart, is a chart of the location of the stars at the time of a person's birth, taking into account the exact date, hour and place of birth. It determines the sign of the zodiac, the influence of planets and other luminaries on the formation of character and innate traits and predispositions

Grigory Rasputin was a Russian peasant who lived at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. His biography developed in an absolutely amazing way: Rasputin discovered in himself the gift of healing, which allowed the "common man" to gain confidence in the royal family of the Romanovs

Ramzan Kadyrov's bright and controversial personality attracts public attention. Some consider him a dictator, others - a rebuilder of the destroyed Chechnya and a peacemaker. Who is he really? What is known about his career in politics and personal life?

Folklorists consider her to be the prototype of princesses from fairy tales. Historians are trying to figure out if she herself is fiction. The classic plot of a Russian folk tale: Koschey the Immortal kidnaps a young aristocrat from his father's house, and sometimes right from under the aisle

Maria Valeshnaya is a Russian theater and film actress who became famous for the TV series Streets of Broken Lanterns. Before career Maria Valeshnaya was born on January 23, 1987 in the small Russian city of Vorkuta, where a little more than 50 thousand people live in a family of artists who constantly toured and often changed their place of work

Maria Mashkova is a popular actress, who gained fame after the release of the multi-part project "Don't Be Born Beautiful". She not only works on the set, but also regularly performs on the stage. Date of birth of Maria Mashkova - April 19, 1985

Maria Makarova is a Russian singer, poet and composer. She created a musical rock group "Masha and the Bears", became its vocalist. She works as a performer in the genres of psychedelic, alternative, indie and folk rock, grunge. The shocking and impulsive Maria Vladimirovna Makarova managed to win recognition

Older people still remember the times when the song helped us build and live. Today, the performer will stomp on the stage under the "plywood" and "nail" the millionaire in the evening. Show business is called. Maria Mordasova sang live

Vladimir Volfovich Zhirinovsky is a bright and charismatic politician who loves to shock the public and always be in the spotlight. He met his wife Galina during his student days. Galina Lebedeva - Zhirinovsky's wife Vladimir Volfovich Zhirinovsky is one of the most prominent political figures in Russia, founder and chairman of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDPR), vice-speaker of the Russian State Duma of the fifth convocation

Few people in the world celebrate their birthday twice a year. Usually, the second such holiday is associated with some kind of spiritual experience that is important for the celebrant, or with the fact that someone managed to avoid death. But none of these explanations have anything to do with the birthday of the British queen, which is also celebrated twice

Egyptian pyramids and pyramids of South America are on everyone's lips. But not everyone has heard of the pyramids in China. Their stories were overgrown with rumors and speculation, sometimes ridiculous. Their true purpose is unknown. Legends Actually, these pyramids are not pyramids at all, but mounds located within a radius of 100 kilometers from the city of Xi'an in the Shaanxi province

The six-pointed star (hexagram) is an attribute of many cultures and religions, one of the most common forms in architecture, military uniforms and ornaments around the world. The hexagram can be found all over the world in a variety of graphic versions

The icon of the Mother of God "Unexpected Joy", created in the 18th century, protects from numerous sorrows and troubles that persecute a person in life. Prayer before this icon contributes to moral rebirth. The icon "

The Egyptian pyramids - the most amazing mystery of our planet - fascinate and amaze modern researchers and scientists. What secret have these unique structures kept in their depths for many centuries? Egyptian religion says that the pyramids were necessary for deceased people in the subsequent afterlife

Since ancient times, the Greek myth of the monstrous Sphinx has been passed down from generation to generation, which amused itself by asking travelers riddles. Those who could not answer correctly were killed by the Sphinx. And only one person was able to solve the complex riddle of the Sphinx

Until now, discussions about the purposes for which the Egyptian pyramids were created at one time do not subside. These gigantic structures are most often called the tombs of the pharaohs, who in this way hoped to exalt themselves and gain immortality

There are different ways to establish contact with God. Choose the one that suits you or use several. The need for communication with the Higher has accompanied humanity throughout the history of its existence. Many people who are dissatisfied with the narrow confines of ordinary material life still live in our time

In mythology, many feats performed by ancient Greek heroes are described, while most of the adventures are clothed in a fairy-tale form. In myths, you can find both gods and people acting together. Magical transformations and images of fabulous creatures that never existed in reality are not uncommon for plots

For the first time, mention of kitsune is found in Chinese legends. The mystical belief in these creatures came to Japan later. Over time, the character was supplemented with specific details and became an independent folklore element. In Japanese mythology, kitsune is called a fox that possesses supernatural skills for transforming or invading a person

The series "Game of Thrones" immediately fell in love with many viewers around the world. And now the release of the 8th season of this popular series is already expected. When will the premiere take place and what awaits fans in the new episodes?

Roy Richard Scheider is an American theater and film actor. He has been nominated for Oscars several times, and has won several nominations and awards in the field of cinema as Best Actor, Best Music Actor and Legendary Actor. Despite the fact that Roy did not plan to connect his life with cinema and everyone predicted a good career for him as a lawyer, fate decreed otherwise

The American artist Margaret Keane became famous for her unusual paintings. They depict children, women or animals with large expressive eyes. But the path to success turned out to be difficult. Big-eyed, like aliens, the heroes of Peggy Doris Hawkins' paintings are familiar to many and loved in America

Anna Shaffer is a British model and actress who took part in the Harry Potter series as schoolgirl Romilda Wayne. She also starred in the popular soap opera Hollyox for over three years, where she played the bitchy girl Ruby Button. Biography:

Our predecessors, as well as ourselves, have always dreamed of prosperity in the house. They believed in the so-called "money" signs, which were supposed to enrich the family, and also performed various rituals to attract wealth. In Russia, the peasants had a belief:

China Post is the national postal operator of China, which delivers local parcels to other countries, including Russia and the CIS. You can track your China Post parcel using one of the special Internet sites. Instructions Step 1 Try China Post tracking service

Celebrating the name day is a Christian tradition that marks the day of remembrance of the saint, whose name was given to a person at baptism. Sometimes a lot is hidden behind the secret of the name, it is even believed that the name can influence fate

The first day of October is marked by many significant events in history. Among them there are joyful ones - for example, the opening of the Kiev Opera and Ballet Theater in 1926, and sad ones - for example, the destruction of the Chudov Monastery in the Moscow Kremlin in 1930

The name of Alexei Makarevich became known after the release of the first album of the legendary group "Resurrection". But his production activity brought him real fame. Three girls from "Lyceum" won the hearts of millions of viewers

Talented people often have to overcome difficulties on their creative path. The famous actor and singer Enrico Macias had to risk his life when moving from Algeria to France. Starting conditions For a long time, folk motives have served as the basis for modern songs and instrumental compositions

In all Christian countries there is an image of the Christmas grandfather, who comes to people on the feast of the Nativity of Christ and gives gifts to everyone, especially children. Even many non-Christian peoples have such a character, for whom he is associated with the New Year holidays

The easiest way to write a child's letter is to have a child write it. Any letter that came out from the pen of a child will be called a child's. But what about an adult who for some reason needed to write a children's letter? Let's figure it out

According to the eastern calendar, one of the twelve animals becomes the symbol of each year. This includes the dragon. Why these particular animals were chosen is still a mystery. Only legends have reached modern people. Instructions Step 1 This tradition came from China, so it is not surprising that one place in the calendar was given to the dragon

A polished parquet floor, on which graceful couples waltz in the bright light from massive crystal chandeliers. Ladies - in evening dresses, on gentlemen - tuxedos and butterflies … Luxury and grandeur, carelessness and lightness - this is what a modern man associates with a ball

Today, the celebration of the New Year cannot be imagined without a Christmas tree decorated with toys and garlands. This fluffy and prickly beauty brings to every home the feeling of an impending celebration, and the smell of pine needles instantly revives childhood memories of fun and gifts

Fiction is one of the most popular genres among lovers of modern cinema. Many new films were released in 2020, and several of them flaunt at the top of film ratings. Screen adaptation of comics Among the fiction of 2012, the most notable were the film adaptations of the comics - The Avengers, The Amazing Spider-Man, The Dark Knight Rises