Holy Water and Faith Healing: Traditional Health Practices in Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity
Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity has a strong influence on the health practices of its followers. Many Ethiopians believe that good health and well-being are blessings from God and that illness and disease are the result of sin or spiritual imbalance. As a result, prayer, fasting, and the use of holy water are common practices among Ethiopian Orthodox Christians to maintain or restore their health. Holy water, which is water that has been blessed by a priest, is considered to have healing properties in Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity. It is used to anoint the sick, to bless homes and plac ...
Urgent Appeal for Assistance: Severe Drought in the Borena Zone of Ethiopia
To: United Nations World Health Organization International Media organizations World Food Program Ethiopian Re ...
From Convenience to Consequence: The Double-Edged Sword called ‘Social Media’
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Sweet Depression: The Link Between Sugar Consumption and Mental Health
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The Surprising Link Between Gut Health and Mental Health
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The Power of Fasting: How Orthodox Christian Fasting Can Benefit Your Mind, Body, and Spirit
In Orthodox Christian tradition, fasting involves abstaining from certain foods and activities as a means of spiritual discipli ...
Unlocking the Benefits of Dark Chocolate for Female Sexual Function: A Scientific Perspective
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