This article describes the religious procession that takes place on Sardinia each May 1 in honor of Saint Efisio. Includes a discussion of how this religious festival began in the 17th century, and photos and video of the events.
Spiritual writings, the saints, liturgy, sacred art, icons, news, people and more.
Over 1,200 Church documents, information on the saints, encyclicals and more. In English and five other languages.
Has an index of saints, information on patron saints, stigmata, angels in the Bible, angel encounters, and FAQ (frequently asked questions), and more.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
Material about St. Nicholas, 'lover of the poor and patron saint of children.' Features background about this 4th-century saint, illustrated descriptions of St. Nicholas customs from around the world, and activities, crafts, recipes, and stories related to St. Nicholas celebrations. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
Information about items associated with the holiday (such as parades, the shamrock, leprechauns, and corned beef). Also links to Irish travel destinations and literary Ireland. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
Access to over 3,900 saints from a Catholic perspective; includes nationality, occupation, vocation, hobby, condition, and feast day. Browsable and searchable. (Librarian's Internet Index). (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
Gives an overview of Christmas activities in Sweden, including Advent, St. Lucia's Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and St. Stephen's Day (for the patron saint of animals). Includes directions for making a St. Lucia wreath.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
Has selected texts for teaching purposes, full texts of medieval sources arranged according to type, and the saints' lives, the latter being devoted to Ancient, Medieval and Byzantine hagiographical sources. Also has supplementary documents.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
Overview of different aspects of HInduism. Links to free electronic books on Hinduism.
