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? 
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Spartak Petrosyan


Spartak 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.

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.

Gor from the St. Zoravor Church


Gor, 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.

The building of the Mesrop Mashtots Matenadaran


The 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. 

Rev. Fr. Manuk Zeynalyan


The 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.

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.

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.

Clay angels, bells


Potter 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.

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? 
 
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Humanism


Humanism is the breath of the planet Earth, one of the most important virtues of knowing God. Deacon Karo Gharibyan and Armen Martirosyan share their reflections and life experiences.

Akhtala


The estate-farm and monastery of the princes of the Gugark world have been known to historians since the 5th century. In later centuries, when copper mines were discovered here, Agarak was renamed Pghndzahank, and the monastery was renamed Pghndzahank Monastery. The settlement and church named Akhtala have been mentioned in historical sources since the 14th century.