Catholicos of All Armenians blesses participants of the Pan-Armenian pilgrimage


The World Youth Union of the Armenian Church has celebrated its 25th anniversary. It was established at the initiative of Catholicos of All Armenians Karekin II in 2001, when the 1700th anniversary of the proclamation of Christianity as the state religion in Armenia was celebrated. More than 300 church-loving young people are participating in the pan-Armenian pilgrimage, which is being held from July 2-7.

New Strategy for Education and Science: Part 210


Hovhannes Yeranyan discussed the results of reading competitions held for age groups with Anahit Yuzbashyan and Julia Vardanyan, co-founders of the Bvik Foundation.

Who does religious law apply to, and what does canon law apply to?


What is religious law and what is canon law? What restrictions are considered legitimate and by whom can they be imposed? Anna Sargsyan spoke with Vahe Torosyan, a candidate of legal sciences and a specialist in spiritual law.

New Strategy for Education and Science: Part 209


Hovhannes Yeranyan discussed with Zaruhi Lavchyan, the head of educational programs at the "KAZA" Foundation, the foundation's activities in Armenia and the non-formal educational programs they have implemented for beneficiaries of different age groups.

New Strategy for Education and Science: Part 208


Hovhannes Yeranyan discussed the challenges of teaching history in general education and higher education with Mkhitar Gabrielyan, Dean of the Faculty of History of Yerevan State University, and Hayk Mkhoyan, Deputy Dean.

New Strategy for Education and Science: Part 207


With Astghik Harutyunyan, founder of the "Ari" hiking club, Hovhannes Yeranyan discussed the knowledge provided to children during hikes to the mountains, valleys, and fields, the importance of knowing their native nature, and self-knowledge.

State Orchestra of National Instruments of Armenia


The State Orchestra of National Instruments of Armenia was established in 2005 on the initiative of Ara Gevorgyan and conductor Norayr Davtyan. It has undertaken a mission to preserve and develop the folk orchestral performing art formed in Armenia. From film music to adaptations of classical works, the orchestra presents national instruments in a new way.

Oghbi


One of the 60 abandoned villages in Vayots Dzor is Oghbin. It is not known what the name of the settlement means or how it is explained. The village borders Azerbaijan, located about 8 km northeast of the village of Khndzorut. The only remaining witness to the abandoned village is the Oghbin church, built in 1666 and carved into the rocks.

 

New Strategy for Education and Science: Part 206


With Nane Hakhverdyan, a senior researcher at the Center for Science Innovation and Education, Hovhannes Yeranyan discussed the victory of the Armenian student team in the conference competition dedicated to UAS held in the United States, and spoke about the need to improve the scientific environment in Armenia.

New Strategy for Education and Science: Part 205


With teacher and lecturer Arsen Vardanyan, Hovhannes Yeranyan discussed the issues of changing the public's attitude towards the teaching profession and the priority steps to increase the reputation of teachers.

Martirosats Monastery


The 13th-century rock-cut Holy Mother God Church in the village of Martiros in Vayots Dzor is the largest rock-cut architectural complex in Armenia after Geghard. It is built entirely inside Mount Nzar. The square-shaped complex consists of a vestibule, a prayer room, and a church. It is entirely carved into the rock, with only a small entrance from the outside, which was much more inconspicuous in its time.

New Strategy for Education and Science: Part 204


Hovhannes Yeranyan discussed the peculiarities of civic education and the importance of youth involvement in civic and political decision-making with sociologist and researcher Marina Galstyan.