Confessions of Moscow: Judaism, Lutheranism, Catholicism, Orthodoxy
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In countries where different religions peacefully coexist, their temples do not interfere with each other.
How many major religions exist in the world and what unites them? When and how do people change their faith? What are the common qualities of the nine most famous religions? Features of marriages between adherents of different faiths and procedures in the transition from one faith to another.
The answers to these, as well as many other questions, you will learn on an excursion with a visit to a synagogue, a church, an Orthodox church. And, if desired, to the mosque and the Armenian church.
You will find many amazing discoveries and interesting stories. As well as deep cognitive immersion in the foundations and traditions of each of these religions.
Orthodoxy. History of the ancient Orthodox Church from its foundation to the present day. The symbolism of temple architecture. Why do men remove their hats and women cover their heads? How does the iconostasis work? Why did you choose a dove as a symbol of the Holy Spirit? Symbolism of color and images on the Orthodox icon.
Judaism. What is a synagogue? Who are the "crosses" and "heroes"? What are the currents in Judaism? Could an Orthodox be a Jew? The main relic, holidays, traditions of faith and a visit to the Choral Synagogue. Why do women only go to the second floor? How is Judaism related to Christianity?
Catholicism. In what language are services conducted? Why do they sit in Catholic churches and stand in Orthodox churches? A history of tradition and faith. Visit the Catholic Church of St. Louis of France.
Lutheranism. Evangelical Lutheran Church in Starosadsky Lane. Temple history. Who was Martin Luther and why is he considered the founder of capitalism? What does the chapel mean here? Visit to the Lutheran temple.
If desired, this tour can be supplemented by a visit to the Muslim mosque, the Armenian Cathedral and the Old Believer Temple. Do you know what Abrahamic religions are? What is the reason for the economic viability of the Moscow Old Believers? What's a khachkar? And much more.