Ezra
Translation in British English (Ezra) 1:1 At the outset of Cyrus’s reign over Persia, to fulfil Jeremiah’s prophecy through the LORD’s directive, the LORD inspired Cyrus of Persia to issue a decree across his realm, also recorded in writing, stating, 1:2 “Cyrus, king of Persia, declares: ‘The LORD, the God of the heavens, has bestowed […]
Monasticism | Asceticism in Catholicism, Orthodoxy, and Coptic Christianity
Monasticism, a distinctive and venerable aspect of religious life, particularly in Catholicism, Orthodoxy, and Coptic Christianity, entails a commitment to asceticism and spiritual contemplation. Central to this way of life is the renunciation of worldly pleasures and pursuits, in favor of devoting one’s life entirely to spiritual work. Monastic individuals, often known as monks or […]
Circumcision of Jesus Christ | Symbolic Ritual and Its Theological Significance
The Circumcision of Jesus Christ, observed annually on January 1st, represents a significant moment in Christian theology. This event, commemorating the physical circumcision of Christ on the eighth day after His birth, affirms the incarnation of God in human form and His entry into God’s covenant with humanity. The Circumcision of Jesus Christ is not […]