Croesus King of Lydia
Croesus was the son of Alyattes and was born in Lydia. He became one of the most powerful kings of his time. Croesus ruled...
The Persian View of the Conflict with Greece
According to the Persians, the early disputes between Asia and Greece were small and personal. These early events involved the taking of women from...
Ancient Conflicts Between Greeks and Eastern Peoples
Ancient writers often tried to explain why great wars happened between nations. One of the most famous explanations comes from The Histories by Herodotus....
The White Stone with a Secret Name
Jesus promises a white stone with a secret name written on it. In the Roman world, white stones were used to show special favor...
Constantine’s Influence on the Church
Constantine, the Roman Emperor, was not really a true Christian. Even though he claimed to be Christian, he still kept many pagan practices. These...
The Second Problem The Error of the Nicolaitans
The second major problem in the church at Pergamum was the influence of the Nicolaitans. While we don’t know everything about this group, the...
The Simple Life in Serbia
A Look at Serbian Towns
Outside of Belgrade, most towns in Serbia are not what many would consider towns at all. Instead, they resemble large...
A Serene Service at Studenitza
A Unique Church Experience
I had the opportunity to attend a service at the Studenitza Monastery, and it was an unforgettable experience. The air was...
The Church of Studenitza Monastery
A Blend of History and Beauty
The church at Studenitza Monastery is a mix of marble and whitewash, filled with precious relics and colorful decorations....
The Thing and Ogul
“The Thing” and “Ogul” – Movie Highlights
“The Thing”
Director: Matthijs van Heijningen Jr.
Cast: Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Joel Edgerton, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
For fans of horror and science...
