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Sparrows are generally accepted as symbols of joy and happiness. However, that can be true of most birds since they are all generally carefree and jovial. But what makes sparrows unique is they are mentioned in several places in the Bible. For instance, The...
Parents will not agree on the form of punishment that is appropriate for their kids but they all agree that some form of punishment is important. Punishment is a sign of love because it is meant to correct bad behavior. God, who is our heavenly father, also punishes...
The Phoenix is an interesting bird that appears in only one scripture in the Bible. The King James translation as well as other translations do not use the word Phoenix though. However, the word is used in the Septuagint, Vulgate, and other modern-day commentaries....
In Isaiah 11, the prophet foretells how the coming Messiah will emerge from David’s lineage. He also explains how the messiah will be full of God’s spirit. The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him, the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of...
The number 14 is mentioned 22 times in the scriptures while the term 14th is appears 24 times. Cumulatively, 14 and 14th appear 46 times in the Bible which makes it one of the most commonly referenced numbers in the scriptures. By this standard alone, the number 14 is...
Sapphires are blue precious stones that are believed to symbolize good fortune, virtue, wisdom, and royalty. In the olden days, Sapphires were thought to have supernatural power and were even believed to be antidotes for dangerous poisons. They were also used as...
Defining deity in the Biblical can be a complex undertaking because it will have to put into account a multifaceted God. The Bible's view on deity can even be confusing to the uninitiated - especially if they have a conflicting view based on their religious...
The seven sacraments play a huge role in the Catholic faith. However, many non-Catholics and even Catholics alike don’t know what they are and what they mean. So in this article, let’s discuss each one and find out why they’re so important for every Catholic. ...
Having been around for over 2,000 years, the Catholic Church has venerated and recognized many, many saints during its existence. So can you just imagine how many Catholic saints are there? If so, then here’s the answer. The Catholic Church recognized more than...
There have been different dates as to when the Roman Catholic Church was founded. Some say in 590 CE and others say it's 1054 AD. So when exactly is it and how? The Catholic Church was founded about 30 CE by Jesus Christ himself. He established Peter as the...
There have been many misconceptions about why Catholics pray to Mary. Some say we worship her, idolize her, and pray to her instead of God, which is all false. So, as a Catholic faithful who, too, prays to Mary, let me explain in this article what Mary means to...
As Christians, the Bible is our doctrine - the written Word of God, and thus, the absolute law and guidebook on how to live our lives. It is a collection of books written by different people over more than a thousand years. But have you ever wondered how our Bible...
Whether you’re pre-planning your funeral, preparing for a loved one, or simply curious if cremation goes against the Catholic faith, allow me to help you. As your fellow Catholic faithful, I have made it my mission to answer some of the most common questions and...
The Catholic Church’s position on celibacy and marriage, particularly in the priesthood, is pretty straightforward. But with some Catholic priests who are actually married, it’s no wonder why some are confused as to whether or not priests in the Catholic Church can...
Aside from being the largest religious body in the world, the Catholic Church is also the oldest branch of Christianity. But even if it’s been around for so long, there’s still a lot about our religion that many don’t know about and understand. So to help give light...
The Roman Catholic Church is one of the biggest religious traditions in the world with more than 1.3 billion members (as of 2021). Yet, it’s also one of the most misunderstood. So as your fellow Catholic faithful, I wrote this article in hopes to clear all the...
While there are certainly many who join our church later on in their lives, most of us are born into it - which is why many don’t fully comprehend what our faith is about. But that is okay, because it takes time, sometimes even a lifetime, to fully grow, understand,...
Baptism is the first and formal step to being a Catholic, serving as the gateway to the other sacraments of the church. But how exactly does it go, and what are the requirements to receive it? As your fellow Catholic faithful with a baptized son and a sponsor for...