Arsine Khanjian


“In cinematograpy, it’s impossible to think of Atom Egoyan and Arsine Khanjian separate. This is one of these exceptional cases, when artist creating in other cultures, never loses touch with national characteristics”,- says film critic Garegin Zakoyan.
Peculiar actress of world cinematography Arsine Khanjian shares her thoughts on art, movie, creative paths and today’s reality of Armeni with our crew.

 
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Restoration of medieval manuscripts


There is no professional manuscript restoration school in Armenia. This work is being accomplished by the Restoration Unit in Yerevan Matenadaran after Mesrop Mashtots.

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Science on Demand: part 3


Within the scope of the topic “Science in Demand”, education expert Nune Dilanyan and sociologist Avetik Mejlumyan, discussthe issues related to the interconnection between science and education, problems of introducing modern academic knowledge in the area of education. The conversation is hosted by Anna Sargsyan.

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The Cross of Water Blessing returned to the Mother See


40 days after the ceremony of Water Blessing, the Godfather of the Cross, Moscow-based benefactor Hayk Maghakelyan, according to the tradition, solemnly rendered the Cross of Water Blessing to the Patriarch of Armenians in the Mother Church. Traditionally, the Cross has been permanently sheltered at the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin.
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Exhibitions in Igityan National Art Center and Artists’ Union dedicated to the Feast of St. Sarkis


It’s been several years now, since the motto “The Invincible Power of Love” accompanies the Feast of St. Sarkis. This year it was celebrated on February 15. An annual exhibition was launched at the National Center of Aesthetics. On the occasion of the Feast, another exhibition was opened at the Artists’ Union. Around 60 young artists took part in the exhibition-contest.

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Pre-feast Service (Nakhatonak) on the eve of the Feast of the Lord's Presentation to the Temple (Tea


In the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, under the presidency of the Patriarch of Armenians, a Pre-feast Service (Nakhatonak) was offered. At the conclusion of the service, a Blessing of the Four Corners of the World (Andastan) was offered by His Grace, followed by lighting of the fire symbolizing the Light and Wisdom of Christ.

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Science on Demand, Part 2


Zhanna Andreasyan, sociologist, and Movses Demirchyan, Candidate of Philosophical Sciences, debate over the public attitude towards sociece, mechanisms of formulating state and public demand. The conversation is hosted by Anna Sargsyan.
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The Impossible – Possible: In Search of Prototype


Only half a century ago there was no internet, people would pass hand by hand ideas, thoughts, hobbies via typewritten books or photograph-books. The film produced by “Versus” studio is about Samizdat, a unique phenomena of Soviet times, which could be considered as the prototype of the internet.

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Science on Demand


Often those who occupy public positions, go for academic degrees, while professional scientists who are engaged in the very scientic activities, leave either the industry or the country, and sometimes – both. What’s the demand for science today, why are academic degrees demanded? The topic “Science on Demand” is discussed by cultural anthropologist Gayane Shagoyan and ethnographer Mkhitar Gabrielyan. The conversation is hosted by Anna Sargsyan.
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Lilit Pipoyan, Anush Ter-Minasyan


Lilit Pipoyan, musician and composer, is also an architectural theorist. She is friends with architect Anush Ter-Minasyan for over three decades. They can’t imagine their life and friendship without humor…

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The Book of Father Zakaria Baghumian titled “The Issue of Pure Chalice in the Armenian Church” was p


The research published in the Publishing House of the Mother See for the first time ever provides a comprehensive review of one important ritual-theological issue – why doesn’t the Armenian Church, unlike other Christian Churchess, mix water in the Communion Cup at the Divine Liturgy?

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Davit Jamalyan


Rev. Fr. Ruben Zargarian hosts Davit Jamalyan, a military expert.
What path has the Armenian army passed through, what is its role and function in ensuring regional security, what hardships do officers and soldiers go through today, what is the role of the priests serving in the armed forces?