Religion
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The Style that Went Around the World
Most Gothic architecture was built in the 19th and 20th centuries when the medieval style underwent a global revival. Now, Gothic is trending again.
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How to Read Stained Glass Windows
Stained glass windows, one of the most durable types of art, have long imparted both powerful religious and secular messages.
![Saint Sulpice Church - Paris’s Temporary Cathedral](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/Saint-Sulpice-14.jpg)
Saint Sulpice Church - Paris’s Temporary Cathedral
Saint Sulpice Church in Paris has a turbulent history dating to the 7th century. Today, it is Paris's temporary cathedral amidst the pandemic.
![Gothic Architecture - Imagining Infinity](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/rou20200120-869.jpg)
Gothic Architecture - Imagining Infinity
Gothic architecture has been called both magnificent and monstrous. We examine why.
![The Panthéon of Paris](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/rou20200128-176tn.jpg)
The Panthéon of Paris
The Panthéon in Paris, France's national mausoleum, embraces the contradictory themes of the nation's turbulent history.
![Qing Ming Painting Resonates Over Centuries](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/Boattn.jpg)
Qing Ming Painting Resonates Over Centuries
China's most famous painting captured traditional life, the traces of which have survived into modern times.
![Translating the Bible](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/Wycliffite-Bible-1300stn.jpg)
Translating the Bible
Millions of Christians will turn to the Bible this week to read the Christmas story in hundreds of languages.
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China’s Stone Scriptures
Thousands of Buddhist scriptures carved in stone and buried for centuries are among China's greatest cultural treasures.
![Resting Place of Kings](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/rou20200118-0379tn.jpg)
Resting Place of Kings
France's dazzling royal necropolis, the Basilica of Saint Denis, is also the birthplace of Gothic architecture.
![Renovating a Western Landmark](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/rou20200810-360tn.jpg)
Renovating a Western Landmark
The Salt Lake Temple and Temple Square, among America's most popular tourist destinations, are undergoing a major renovation.
![Worldwide Fast for COVID-19](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/wwfasttn.jpg)
Worldwide Fast for COVID-19
A worldwide Good Friday fast to stem COVID-19 prompts a global, interdenominational outpouring of anguish and participation.
![Paris’s Oldest Church Restored](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/rou20200129-855tn.jpg)
Paris’s Oldest Church Restored
Paris' oldest church, Saint Germain des Prés, is emerging from layers of grime and soot as a meticulous restoration reveals its vibrant color.
![Paris’s Oldest Food Market](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/rou20200118-858.jpg)
Paris’s Oldest Food Market
Rue Montorgueil in Paris began as a village street with a medieval church and food market. It has retained that character.
![Portraits of Mary](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/rou20130118-642-tn.jpg)
Portraits of Mary
Mary, the mother of Christ, may be the most prominent visual icon in the world. We explore her history.
![Islam in China](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/Religion-Islam-tn.jpg)
Islam in China
Muslims in China are a diverse religious and cultural group with a tumultuous history who take various sides in political disputes.
![Giant Buddha, Giant Hall](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/Yodaiji-Buddha.jpg)
Giant Buddha, Giant Hall
An emperor built a giant Buddha to unify his struggling country, as the center of a network of Buddhist temples throughout Japan.
![The World Mourns Notre Dame](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/Notre-Dame-maintn.jpg)
The World Mourns Notre Dame
Notre Dame Cathedral of Paris, France's national cathedral, was badly damaged in a fire.
![Illuminated Manuscripts](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/rou20170803-338tn.jpg)
Illuminated Manuscripts
Illuminated medieval manuscripts preserved culture and religious beliefs and set a foundation for book design and art styles.
![The Land of Junipero Serra](https://hobblecreek.us/assets/images/rou091219501-tn_1.jpg)
The Land of Junipero Serra
Junipero Serra's "sainthood" is controversial, but the extent of his cultural impact on California is indisputable.