Tag: christianity

Over 800 Ethiopians killed after defending ‘Ark of the Covenant’

At least 800 people were reportedly killed in Ethiopia as worshipers and soldiers risked their lives to protect what Christians there say is the sacred Ark of the Covenant from assailants. Ethiopian Christians claim the Ark, the wooden chest built to hold the Ten… Continue Reading “Over 800 Ethiopians killed after defending ‘Ark of the Covenant’”

When was Jesus Christ born?

The birth of Jesus Christ is commemorated by millions of people around the world with Christmas celebrations on Dec. 25. Yet, most scholars agree that he wasn’t born on that day, or even in the year A.D. 1. Researchers have speculated that the Roman… Continue Reading “When was Jesus Christ born?”

Demonic Exorcisms in the Temple Schools of Mesopotamia

In the temple-schools of Mesopotamia, students learned exorcism rituals, how to mix healing atonement’s, perform astrology, and how to cure demonic possession. While these skills may seem archaic now, the temple-schools actually served as the first medical schools. They even trained their students on… Continue Reading “Demonic Exorcisms in the Temple Schools of Mesopotamia”