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The Letters to the Seven Churches A Lesson for the Church
In Revelation 2 through 3, we find the letters to the seven churches. Some people might want to skip these letters and move on...
The Church of Ephesus The Church That Lost Its Love
What a great week this has been! The world was surprised by what happened in Eastern Europe. New freedom has opened up there, and...
The Library in Pergamum
History and Importance
In the second century B.C., King Eumenes II built a famous library on the eastern side of the Athena temple in Pergamum....
The Altar of Zeus
Overview of the Altar
The Altar of Zeus is the most impressive structure on the mountain in Pergamum. It was built by Eumenes II, but...
The Asklepeion in Pergamum
Overview of the Asklepeion
The Asklepeion in Pergamum was a famous medical center built during the second century A.D., shortly after the time when John...
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 Peaceful Monastic Retreat
Idling Among the Monks
Spending time at the Studenitza Monastery is a delightful experience. Here, you can relax in the shade of the trees and...
The Sacredness of King Stephen’s Remains
The Belief in Protection
The belief in the sacredness of King Stephen’s bones is strong among both the devout and the common people. Many peasants...
