The Gospels, particularly John's account, depict the despair of Jesus' death and the subsequent joy of his resurrection. Mary Magdalene's experience at the empty tomb highlights the transition from ...

Last year, on what was Easter Sunday according to the eastern liturgical calendar followed by many in Egypt, I visited the pyramids of Giza. Standing under the watchful gaze of the Sphinx, I was ...

The faithful around the world celebrate Holy Saturday on April 8, 2023. Holy Saturday, the day before Easter Sunday, is the day that some believe Jesus — his body in his tomb — descended into hell for ...

An unusual stone circle that's likely a tomb is providing archaeologists with more information about life in Roman Bavaria.

Last year’s Easter celebration felt more like one, unending Good Friday. The light and hope that Easter usually offered was eclipsed by the darkness and despair the disciples experienced the day Jesus ...

I’ve always been a big fan of those TV makeover shows. My favorites are the episodes that tell the backstory of deserving families who have suffered great loss, and due to circumstances out of their ...