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Gerald TrbanjianDuring the years of Armenia's independence, the name of a benefactor whose attention was especially focused on education was written in golden letters. Gerald or Jerry Trbanjian. Few people in Armenia have seen him, but they know him and are grateful. Thousands of parents, whose children received education through the Trbanjian family's generosity, have blessed him and sent him their best wishes. |
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Fr. Andreas Karapetyan
Why is it necessary to give alms?
Why do priests wear slippers in the altar? Is it hypocritical to pray for someone who offends you?
Is it okay to wear wedding rings after a divorce?
Why is Christmas celebrated late in Jerusalem?
Who will be saved at the second coming of Christ?
Fr. Andreas Karapetyan answered the questions of viewers and users. Write your questions on the “Questions and Answers” Facebook page.
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Rev. Fr. Vigen Ghazaryan
Is there a concept of a deceased person's "first new year"?
Why should salt be present on the tables?
Why can't a priest get married a second time?
What is the meaning of the word "katoghike"?
Are basilicas or domed churches considered Armenian architecture?
Who can replace a godfather after his untimely death?
Fr. Vigen Ghazaryan answered the questions of viewers and users. Write your questions on the "Questions and Answers" Facebook page.
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Spartak PetrosyanSpartak Petrosyan, an anesthesiologist and resuscitator who went through the Artsakh wars, says that he was brought back to medicine by the coronavirus and the war. He is convinced that experiences and past trials temper a person. |
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Rev. Fr. Levon Hovhannisyan
When creating man, why does God mention the plural: “let us make man?”
How do we know the names of the 3 wise men who came to Jerusalem?
How are the ritual objects placed on the altar chosen?
Why does the deacon read the word “attention” in Greek during the Gospel reading?
Why do people continue to prepare sumptuous tables on New Year’s Eve?
Rev. Fr. Levon Hovhannisyan answered the questions of viewers and users. Write your questions on the “Questions and Answers” Facebook page.
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Gor from the St. Zoravor ChurchGor, the scribe of the St. Zoravor Church, went up to the altar for the first time with tension and excitement. Now that tension is gone. The clergy help him and guide him during the ceremonies. Even his voice has changed during this time and he can already sing. |
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The building of the Mesrop Mashtots MatenadaranThe building of the Yerevan Mesrop Mashtots Research Institute-Museum of Ancient Manuscripts opened its doors in 1959, becoming one of the symbols of Yerevan. It still amazes with its unique architecture, sculptural and pictorial designs. The design and construction of the building was a long and challenging process, but architect Mark Grigoryan managed to overcome obstacles and create a unique structure that combines traditional Armenian architecture with the functional features of a modern scientific institute and museum. |
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Rev. Fr. Manuk ZeynalyanThe spiritual pastor of Karmravor Church and 8 other villages in Aragatsotn region, Rev. Father Manuk Zeynalyan, is sure that in spiritual service it is very important to be a member of the community and not wait for the believer to come to church and light a candle. He believes that the priest must go and get to know everyone, otherwise he will not succeed in his service. |
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The first home-blessing of the year was performed in the Residency after the Candlelight Liturgy
The salt, bread, and water were blessed by Archbishop Nathan Hovhannisyan, Archbishop Vazgen Mirzakhanyan, and Archbishop Arshak Khachatryan. The ceremony was attended by the Brotherhood and clergy of the Mother See. According to the ritual adopted from today, the clergy will visit the homes of the faithful, bless the goods of the house, and convey the good news of the Holy Nativity.
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Christmas Candlelight Liturgy celebrated at the Mother Cathedral
The liturgy of the Nativity of Christ was celebrated in the Mother Cathedral under the presiding authority of His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians. The pre-Christmas service was celebrated with the singing of Christmas hymns and the reading of the Gospel prophecies announcing the birth of the Son of God. Lighting lanterns and candles, the faithful took the blessed good news to their homes and passed on the joyful news of Christmas to each other.
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Clay angels, bellsPotter Tatev Ghaltakhchyan believes that angels have auspicious meaning for Christmas, and they herald peace and good news, while bells represent a new beginning. She creates all the symbols of Christmas using clay: bells, candles, angels, and fir trees. |
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Rev. Fr. Husik Nurijanyan
What spiritual songs are there dedicated to Christmas?
What does the added part at the bottom of the Orthodox church cross symbolize?
How is the name of the church determined?
What is the meaning of the forty-day fast of the deceased?
What does the Holy Bible say about gifts?
Should we eat or keep the blessed pomegranate?
Father Husik Nurijanyan answered the questions of viewers and users. Write your questions on the “Questions and Answers” Facebook page.
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