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Centre for the Study of the Christian East Launched at Exeter University
A Centre for the Study of the Christian East was launched by the University of Exeter in the UK where world-leading researchers with unique...
Has the Ring of Pontius Pilate Been Found?
A 2,000-year-old ring that was unearthed 50 years ago near Jerusalem may well have been worn by Pontius Pilate the man who was the...
Istanbul vs. Constantinople: Why Both Words Are Greek
Istanbul is a name that the Greeks actually gave to the city. "Istanbul" derives from the Greek phrase "Is tin poli," meaning "into the city."
Manuscript of Ancient Greek Astronomer Ptolemy Finally Deciphered
Researchers have managed to decipher the manuscript of the ancient Greek mathematician and astronomer Ptolemy 200 years after its discovery.
The manuscript is thought to...
When Exactly Did Jesus Christ Die?
Almost two thousand years ago, Jesus of Nazareth was executed by the Romans. The traditional year in which he is believed to have died...
Did Easter Come From an Ancient Greek Festival?
Easter is traditionally known as the annual festival to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. However, scholars have long linked the customs involved in...
Catholics Across the World Commemorate Good Friday
Now that Good Friday is upon us, it is useful to understand what this day and the rest of the Easter holiday means to...
Why Orthodox and Catholic Easter Will Never Coincide After 2700
This year, Catholic and Greek-Orthodox Christians -- who use different liturgical calendars -- celebrate Easter almost one month apart.
Ancient Tunnel Complex From Bar Kokhba Revolt Discovered in Israel
A recent dig at Huqoq near the Sea of Galilee in Israel involving students, locals, and soldiers, uncovered new things about Jewish history, such...
When Is Greek Orthodox Easter and Dates Leading Up to It
The period leading up to the Greek Orthodox Easter, or Pascha, the most important religious feast of the year, is called Sarakosti, signifying 40...