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Pascha (Aramaic for Easter, ܦܨܚܐ) is more than just the change of a year; it is a true transfiguration, a moment that ...

But since the date of Easter changes every year, you might find yourself checking the calendar each time the weather warms up ...

It was there that they finally agreed to stick with the Roman practice of determining Easter. This brought England in line ...

Jesus has abolished the Law , is this not a contradiction against Jesus who said: Do Not Think That I Came To Abolish The Law ...

Lent begins March 5, and different denominations of Christianity have varied traditions for the 40 days leading to observance ...

But Jesus’s teaching in John 3 is very clear. 2 Peter’s statements are forceful, and contain no less than thirteen evidences of the eternality of our salvation. 6 What happens to a downpayment if ...

Palm Sunday is a Christian holiday that celebrates Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem the Sunday ... We work to create relevant, inspiring content for our audience and update timely articles as ...

Jesus and his disciples and later followers observed Temple sacrifices and other worship practices. The Passover involved a sacrificed lamb, and they observed it (the Last Supper being one such ...