Ruben Hakhverdyan: song and poetry


What artistic and poetic features do the lyrics of Ruben Hakhverdyan's songs have, what thematic directions do they have, can we consider those lyrics poems and why? Literary critics Hayk Hambardzumyan and Arkmenik Nikoghosyan discuss the topic on the "Parallel Readings" program.

Priests of the Aragatsotn Diocese Confirm Their Faithfulness to Their Vow


With the blessing of the Primate of the Aragatsotn Diocese, Bishop Proshyan, the faithful participated in a liturgy and united prayer at the 7th century St. John's Church in the village of Voskevaz, Aragatsotn region. Those present prayed for the steadfastness of the Armenian Apostolic Holy Church, for the Primate of the Diocese, Bishop Mkrtich, who is currently in prison, and for other clergy, as well as for those who are in captivity for defending the homeland and the church.

A discussion-presentation of Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan’s book “Defeating Ourselves” took place


The presentation took place without the presence of the Holy Father. The first two chapters of the book include excerpts from the pontiff’s previous books, “With a Vision of the Promised Land” and “Mind and Bank.” The continuation includes the author’s articles and conversations on the unity of the state-church-nation. The book offers solutions to obstacles that have arisen in various areas, anchored on the Christian value system.

The concept of one's own country in international law


Forcibly displaced Artsakh residents have the right to demand to return to their own country, and for this it is not at all necessary to accept Azerbaijani citizenship. Anna Sargsyan spoke with human rights expert Ara Ghazaryan about the legal definition of the concept of "one's own country", as well as the restoration of the violated rights of Artsakh residents, and the violations of the rights of prisoners of war and other detainees held in Baku.

Grigor Artsruni


In the Pavilion: Literature and Art program, prose writer Hovhannes Yeranyan tells about Grigor Artsruni, a figure who had a huge influence in his time, but was controversial.

Carpet weaving


The carpet was created, as Foucault defined it, as “a special kind of space: heterotopia” and a reflection of the oriental garden. Why are women the authors of these unique worlds? What are the real connections between the legends of Armenian red carpets and reality? Why is Armenian carpet weaving not in its rightful place on the world cultural map? Marina Baghdagyulyan discussed the topic with art critic Anush Hakobyan on the “Sixth Day” program.

What is post-war Armenian abstract art about?


At the beginning of the 20th century, between and after the two world wars, the “children” of the times of pain, shocks and destruction came - representatives of abstract art. They created a new relationship between man and art, based on intellect and concept. And what is Armenian abstract art about in the post-war period? If the images of representatives of European abstract art were accompanied by the poetic words of Jacques Prévert, then the art of Khachatur Martirosyan is Grigor Narekatsi.

The reopening of the National Center of Aesthetics Museum


Reopening of the Museum of the National Center of Aesthetics
In September, the Children's Art Museum of the National Center of Aesthetics named after Henrik Igityan officially reopened in its original, historical space. After renovation, functional reinterpretation and re-equipment, the National Center of Aesthetics today presents itself with a new spirit and opportunities. From now on, in the center, you can not only get acquainted with the works of art created by children, but also create independently. The center has an ambitious mission to create an innovative, inclusive and multifunctional cultural and educational space, where people of different ages, professions and interests can express themselves and develop through the transformative power of art. Anahit Margaryan spoke with the director of the center, artistic director of the Small Theater, director Vahan Badalyan.

Holy Lance of Geghard brought out on the feast of the Apostles St. Thaddeus and St. Bartholomew


The feast of the Apostles St. Thaddeus and St. Bartholomew was declared the day of the vow of the First-Born Saint Geghard by the holy Encyclical of His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians. On the occasion of the feast, a Holy and Immortal Liturgy was served in the Mother Cathedral under the presiding authority of the Patriarch of All Armenians. At the end, the Armenian Patriarch blessed the faithful with a protective prayer and the miraculous Holy Geghard. The sacred ceremony concluded with a Patriarchal hymn.

 

The removal of the Catholicos’ name is a bid to establish a separate religious direction։ Archbishop Arshak


Archbishop Arshak Khachatryan believes that the removal of the Catholicos’ name during the Liturgy denies the hierarchical order, denies church authority, and one’s own affiliation. This means that you are excluding yourself from church affiliation. According to him, the Catholicos cannot leave just because some circles, including suspicious ones, whose church affiliation is highly questionable, have put forward such an agenda. The Catholicos cannot leave even if 10 bishops have made such a demand.

 

Cascade


What is the significance of the Cascade for the structure's architect Jim Torosyan and other partners? The Cascade is the architectural embodiment of beauty, national symbols, and Armenian cultural identity. Marina Baghdagulyan spoke with architect Karen Balyan about the copyright of the Cascade and the political-economic and consumer interests of new projects.

What to read: must-read lists


“What to read?”: When answering this question, people more often rely on lists compiled by famous universities, libraries, publishing houses, websites, and famous people. Are these lists truly impartial, or do they reflect the tastes, interests, and influence of certain groups? To what extent can we trust these lists, and how do they shape reading perceptions and the quality of literature? Literary critics Hayk Hambardzumyan and Arkmenik Nikoghosyan discuss the program “Parallel Readings.”