Letter Writing in the Roman Empire
In the first and second centuries, writing letters and traveling were common in the Roman Empire. There was a lot of communication between different...
The City of Ephesus
Ephesus was a large city with about 200,000 people. It was an important and beautiful place. The city had a huge outdoor theater that...
Pergamum A Beautiful and Strategic City
Location and Overview
Pergamum was the next city mentioned in the Book of Revelation. It was a beautiful city, located 16 miles (26 kilometers) away...
Smyrna The Second City of the Seven Churches
Location and Importance
Smyrna is the second city of the seven churches mentioned in the Book of Revelation. It was located about 35 miles (56...
John’s Vision and the Book of Revelation
John's Unique Approach to Revelation
The Book of Revelation is different from other apocalyptic books in many ways. Apocalyptic literature usually follows certain patterns, such...
A Visit to Studenitza Monastery
Finding Peace at the Monastery
Without trying to be overly pious, anyone can visit Studenitza Monastery and leave feeling a bit lighter in spirit. This...
A Monastic Retreat
The Dawn at the Monastery
As dawn broke over the Servian hills, a soft green light filled the sky, which was still dotted with stars...
The Apostle Paul
A Journey of Faith and Conversion
Among the apostles, Paul stands out as an extraordinary traveler, navigating the challenges of the ancient world to spread...
Pioneer in Ancient Philosophy and Mathematics
Thales of Miletus
Thales of Miletus, a renowned figure in ancient Greece, made significant contributions to philosophy and mathematics. While some of his ideas were...
Thales of Miletus
A Multifaceted Mind in Ancient Greece
Thales of Miletus, a prominent figure in ancient Greece around 585 B.C.E., stood out as a statesman, engineer, astronomer,...
