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In the Old Testament, God specifically commanded the Israelites not to get any tattoos or cut their bodies in Leviticus 19:28. Back then, some pagan groups had rituals where they would cut themselves and get tattoos as part of mourning for their dead. God wanted to set the Israelites apart from the pagan practices of […]

Forgiveness is one of the Bible’s most profound and central themes, woven through both the Old and New Testaments. For Christians, forgiveness is not merely an act of letting go of grievances but a powerful spiritual discipline that reflects God’s character and commands. But what does the Bible actually say about forgiveness? Why does it

Faith is complicated. As Catholics, we strongly believe God deeply loves every single person He created – all 7.8 billion of us. But what about people who don’t believe God exists at all? Does God still care about them? This article looks at the Catholic view on whether God’s love and care extends even to

According to the Bible, Adam and Eve were the first man and woman created by God. Their fate intrigues many. Their choices laid the foundation for all of humanity. But after sin entered the world, did they find redemption? Let’s explore what scripture and scholars say about their eternal destiny. Adam and Eve’s Story: Creation

Many Christians see the Bible as the foundation of their faith. So it’s natural to wonder – which came first, the church or the Holy Book? Looking at when each began helps us understand how they developed over time. Let’s check out key events in the history of the early church versus when the Bible

Losing wallets, keys or other important items can be so frustrating. For Catholics, St. Anthony has long been the go-to saint to pray to when trying to find lost objects. He is regarded as the patron saint of lost articles. Let’s explore why St. Anthony is associated with missing items, the famous prayer said in

Even though Catholicism is based on Christian beliefs, some rituals and practices from pagan religions in ancient times blended into Catholic tradition over the years. As Christianity spread long ago, the Church found it easier to convert people if they kept some familiar parts of their culture. So traces of pre-Christian folk religions gradually became

Catholicism uses tons of symbols to represent its beliefs, history, and values. These religious symbols appear all over Catholic churches, art, and buildings as reminders of important parts of the faith. They help teach and inspire devotees. Some examples are the crucifix, the rosary, the dove, the Holy Bible, the Trinity knot, and more. These

As regular Catholics, we know priests and bishops serve in official leadership roles. But did you realize lay people have defined rights and duties as well according to Church law? Canon 212 specifically describes the key vocation of the laity, not just the clergy. This law is the established system of Catholic Church regulations. Canon

Anointing oil has been used for thousands of years across many cultures and faiths. These fragrant, sanctified oils play an important role spiritually and practically. Used to bless, sanctify, and empower, anointing oils harness the aromatic power of plants infused with prayer This article explores the origins, composition, spiritual uses, and significance of anointing oil