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The cross, the sacrificial altar of the Savior The cross is the most important sign and symbol of Christianity, with a special spiritual significance. Thus, the union of the two lines (horizontal-earth, vertical-sky) signifies the restoration of man’s connection with God. For God so loved the world that His Only-begotten Son gave Him who believed …

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The Feast of the Dormition of Our Most Holy Lady, the Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary is celebrated on August 15 each year. The Feast commemorates the repose (dormition and in the Greek kimisis) or “falling-asleep” of the Mother of Jesus Christ, our Lord. The Feast also commemorates the translation or assumption into heaven of the …

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Câteva hrisoave din timpul lui Ștefan Voievod, cuprinse în seria Documente privind istoria României impresionează prin multitudinea localităților din ținutul Iașilor cunoscute de sfântul domnitor, cercetându-le cu vreo pricină iscată din interesele țării sau atunci când își recruta vitejii oșteni, ca să zidească din piepturile lor o neînvinsă platoșă. Am reținut numărul mare de astfel …

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