A newly discovered altar, buried near the center of the ancient Maya city of Tikal, is shedding new light on the 1,600-year-old tensions between Tikal and the central Mexican capital of Teotihuacan.

Mystery sacrifice altar hidden in jungle reveals shock crossover of ancient cultures - An altar has been discovered in Tikal ...

The second, and even more significant, move toward reverence was turning ad orientem, that is, the priest at the altar facing ...

From Maison Balzac’s egg cups to Gohar World’s Champagne bottle apron, our Easter basket has never looked more chic ...

The recycled buildings of Rome, long dismissed by architects, are getting a reappraisal as a model for how to reduce waste ...

Pope Francis, a spiritual and not political leader, has never been shy about showing weakness. For many, his willingness to ...

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Workers from Rich Murray Granite and Marble Works dismantle the altar at Holy Cross Catholic Church in preparation of moving it on Tuesday. Workers from Rich Murray Granite and Marble Works lift ...

The traditional St. Joseph Altar is constructed in the shape of the cross, with three levels honoring the Holy Trinity. A statue or picture of Joseph, often seen holding the baby Jesus ...

One of the fondest memories my sister and I love to share was how we would set up an altar on top of a big stone in our yard, composed of a hibiscus flower, a cross from a broken rosary, a half ...