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It's possible that Thomas W. Lawson's novel Friday the Thirteenth also contributed to the date's infamy. (Photo: Pixabay)

9 things you did not know about Friday the 13th

According to history, Italian composer Gioachino Rossini first made mention of the ill-fated date.

13 Apr 2018 11:21 AM

For instance, when the incidences of Jesus’ resurrection is told to his disciples by those who had seen him alive, despite having heard and experienced him, they refuse to believe them and not just doubt.

Mystic Mantra: The strange path to faith

Every religion proposes a path to its followers of discovering God and/or arriving at deeper faith.

11 Apr 2018 6:26 AM

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Christ's 'crown of thorns' tree may help in climate change fight: Researchers

Israeli scientists researching climate change are at work studying the Ziziphus Spina-Christi, commonly known as Christ’s Thorn Jujube.

02 Apr 2018 11:41 AM

The marches "for our lives" across the US on Saturday were spearheaded by survivors of a shooting in a Florida high school last month. (Photo: Pixabay)

Pope urges young people not to remain silent

"Please, make that choice, before the stones themselves cry out," he urged young people.

25 Mar 2018 5:49 PM

Locals have been putting their faith in the healing powers of Saint Lazarus since the 19th century, when a deadly cholera epidemic struck Nicaragua. (Photo: AFP)

For love of pooches: Nicaraguans appeal to St Lazarus to cure pet dogs

It is not just pets Saint Lazarus will cure -- Nicaraguans ask for help with their own problems, too.

19 Mar 2018 1:00 PM

In the Bible, pearls are mentioned with positive and negative meanings.

Mystic Mantra: Pearls of great price

In positive perspective, pearls are treasured for their luminosity, loveliness and durability.

06 Mar 2018 6:18 AM

The decision was praised by several prominent Lebanese public figures and politicians and caused a stir on social media.

Muslim boys insult Christianity, sentenced to memorise verses of Quran

The unique sentencing comes from a Christian judge in Lebanon where insulting religion can fetch up to three years in prison.

14 Feb 2018 12:50 PM

Only the rich back then wore long tunics (Photo: AFP)

Research claim Jesus wore basic tunics and not elaborate robes

He walked in sandals and wore a tunic which for men ended just below the knees and not at the ankles.

12 Feb 2018 6:14 PM

Among the different names and descriptions given to Jesus, He is also considered as the “Light of the World”.

Mystic Mantra: Worship the lights

One of the important features of the liturgical celebration of today’s feast in churches is a candle light procession.

02 Feb 2018 5:02 AM

At Christmas, people worldwide bake yummy breads called by different names.

Mystic Mantra: Let’s share our Christmas bread

The Bible speaks of “bread of the presence” kept before the sanctum sanctorum.

25 Dec 2017 2:09 AM

The first nativity scene was assembled by St. Francis in 1223 in the small Italian town of Grecio. (Photo: Pixabay)

Franciscan monks put baby Jesus on bed of bullets to press for peace

The monks said the bed of 445 bullet shells honors the estimated 445 Roman Catholic priests, nuns, monks killed for their faith.

23 Dec 2017 11:13 AM

Mystic Mantra: Jesus — Knower of divine mysteries

Sufis have forever expressed profound reverence for Jesus, regarding him a perfect Sufi master and knower of divine mysteries.

22 Dec 2017 5:25 AM

Two carefully handwritten pages were found when the restorers were removing the piece of cloth that covers the Messiah's buttocks. (Photo: Youtube/davincirestauro)

18th-century statue of Jesus has mysterious note hidden in backside

Restorers of an 18th-century statue of Jesus in a Spanish town have uncovered a mysterious note hidden in Christ’s backside.

09 Dec 2017 2:32 PM

Researchers date discovery of Christ's tomb in Jerusalem to Roman era

Here is how they discovered it.

04 Dec 2017 9:24 AM

It is the first time such testing has been carried out at the site, located at what is now the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. (Photo: AP)

New tests at Jesus' presumed tomb back traditional beliefs

Study is consistent with the historical belief that the Romans built a monument there some 300 years after his death.

29 Nov 2017 9:54 AM

The Bible has diverse views on prosperity and poverty. Many wealthy evangelists preach a so-called “gospel of prosperity” claiming that riches indicate God’s favour towards the virtuous.

Mystic Mantra: Divine demonetisation

The Bible severely critiques those who make money by cheating the poor.

13 Nov 2017 12:29 AM

Science confirms holiday music can surely drive you crazy!

A clinical psychologist has confirmed that the holiday music is sure to drive you insane, especially for those working in retail.

07 Nov 2017 6:57 PM

Mystic Mantra: Unencumbered by baggage

With his new-found love for the poor and forsaken, Francesco prayed in San Damiano’s church for guidance.

04 Oct 2017 1:53 AM

Jesus has a straight forward teaching on the issue, “Simply let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No.’

Mystic Mantra: An Understanding Heart

God’s response to Solomon brings to light our normal human tendency.

15 Aug 2017 4:43 AM

Birthplace of Apostle Peter found in Israel: archaeologist

Archaeologists have long sought to locate Julias.

09 Aug 2017 6:19 PM

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