Among the most profound moments in Islamic spiritual history is the Ascension of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). This day is known as Isra and ...

The year was 1982. As I was on the verge of entering the world, my grandparents undertook a pilgrimage to Jordan and Israel — a popular pursuit among Irish Catholics eager to explore sites documented ...

The journey of Isra and Miraj is a testament to the strength and faith of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and serves as ...

Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and ...

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WORD ALIVEWhen the Lord waded down the River Jordan and was baptized by John, the sacrament of baptism was inaugurated. Before ascending to heaven, ...

The Hindus believe Brahma to be the creator of the universe, the eternal God, and as such, Islam believes in Allah, Judaism in Jehovah, and Christians believe in Jesus Christ as the eternal God and ...

What Will January 1, 2027 Look Like? If you’re reading this article, January 1, 2026, has come and gone as usual. But my question is, will January 1, 2027, do the same? Why do I ask? Immediately ...

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Christians continue to ask many questions about baptism (how to do it, when to do it), but one of the most interesting questions may be: Do we know if Jesus baptized anyone himself? If not, does that ...