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Modern Feng Shui: Science or Cult?

Published on Oct 20th, 2024

The author discusses the emergence of feng shui in Russia, tracing its evolution from ancient Chinese burial customs to its modern interpretations. The text highlights the various symbols associated with feng shui found in everyday life and critiques its scientific validity, emphasizing its ties to mysticism. It contrasts these practices with Orthodox Christian beliefs and notes the commercial aspects of feng shui in contemporary society. The author underscores the importance of discerning genuine values amid pseudoscientific ideas and commercial influences.
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Divine and Human Love in the Song of Songs

Published on Oct 13th, 2024

Schema-Archimandrite Plácide (Deseille) teaches that Christ's love for us, as described in the Song of Songs, calls for a personal, self-giving response. He emphasizes that Orthodox spouses, united in Christ, can experience this divine love through the mystery of marriage, which mirrors the monastic ideal of complete devotion. Drawing on the Holy Fathers, Plácide highlights that love, when coupled with the acceptance of suffering, reflects martyrdom and brings spiritual transformation. Ultimately, he reminds us to approach the Song of Songs with reverence, allowing its mysteries to inspire the heart, even if the mind does not fully grasp them.
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Teachings from Saint Seraphim Of Sarov

Published on Oct 9th, 2024

“A few Teachings from Saint Seraphim of Sarov
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A reflection of Love

Published on Oct 2nd, 2024

This piece reflects on the Christian concept of love, emphasizing its deeper, more profound meaning in a religious context. It explains that love, as portrayed in the Bible, transcends simple, everyday feelings and is demonstrated through God's ultimate sacrifice—sending His Son for the salvation of humanity. The meditation encourages readers to reflect on Christ's suffering, understand the significance of God's love, and recognize that true love is rooted in sacrifice, prayer, and divine guidance, as revealed through scripture and the Holy Spirit.
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On the Fall of Man

Published on Sep 30th, 2024

"Consequences of the Fall and the Promise of the Savior” by Archpriest Seraphim Slobodskoy delves into the theological implications of humanity's original sin, highlighting how Adam and Eve’s disobedience led to profound shame and separation from God. The article emphasizes the transformative nature of sin, explaining its effects on human existence and the world, such as suffering and death. Slobodskoy discusses God's promise of redemption through Christ, detailing the significance of sacrificial offerings as prefigurations of the Savior. The piece ultimately calls for acknowledgment of sin and faith in divine grace as essential for salvation.
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This Is From Me

Published on Sep 27th, 2024

"This was from me" is a famous letter written by saint Seraphim of Vyritsa that he sent to his spiritual child, a bishop who was in a Soviet prison at that time; this homily "This was from me" is written as a consolation and counsel to the bishop to let him know that God the Creator addresses to the soul of man.
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What happiness is?

Published on Sep 26, 2024

This reflection by Archbishop Nathanael (Lvov) offers a fresh perspective on happiness, challenging the modern pursuit of material success. Instead, it points us toward a deeper, spiritual joy found in a life rooted in faith and love for God. Through scripture and the lives of saints, the piece explores how trusting in God’s will brings lasting peace, even in difficult times. It’s a timeless message for anyone seeking true happiness beyond the fleeting pleasures of the world.
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Guard the Treasures of Church Traditions

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Bishop Nikon on keeping tradition, originally published in 1912 in Russian, now translated to English.
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