Distinctive ceremonies of the Armenian Church.
This episode of the “Bread & Salt” video series examines the significance of a special Holy Week service in the Armenian Church. The “Washing of Feet” service, performed in the evening on Holy Thursday, re-enacts Christ’s act of humility, service, and love, performed for his […]
Eric Vozzy speaks with Fr. Daniel Findikyan on the tradition of fasting during Great Lent.
Every year on February 14—the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord to the Temple—Armenians in Armenia (and in parts of the diaspora) light bonfires and jump over the flames. Where does this tradition come from? And what does it mean?
Dr. Helen Evans, the Mary and Michael Jaharis Curator for Byzantine Art at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, speaks about the significance of icons—their production, common themes, and relationship to the viewer.
How is this annual service of the Armenian Church relevant to our daily lives? Experience the mystery and meaning of the service of the “Opening of the Doors” (Turenpatsek), which is performed at Armenian churches across the world on Palm Sunday.
Despite modern innovations and technology, candles are deeply integrated into the customs and worship of the Armenian Church. This video shines a light on the meaning of candles in prayer and liturgical rituals.