January 15, 2001 Russian Icons A discussion of this unique spiritual art form with many colorful examples. Art Religion Russia File
December 12, 2000 The Real Santa Find out how a Bishop from Turkey became the patron saint of Moscow and Santa Claus to the world. History Religion Russia File
December 10, 2000 Readings for Feast Day of St. Nicholas Scriptures and prayers for the Orthodox Feast Day of St. Nicholas of Myra. Holidays Literature Religion Russia File
August 18, 2000 Shaman and Native Mysticism The term Shaman is both a noun and a verb. It is from the Tungus language and is seen as saman or haman. The actions of the Shaman are, what western explorers referred to as, Shamanism. It is the oldest known demonstration of human spirituality. Regions Religion Russia File
August 06, 2000 Dagestan - Islamic Center and War Zone Part II - Islamic rebels History Religion Russia File
January 24, 2000 Kievan Rus' and the Church The origin of the Rurik Dynasty and introduction of the Orthodox Church. History Religion Russia File
January 01, 1990 Butina, Babies, and Baby-making This week, depressing news about divisions and birth rates can only really be counteracted with a smile over the Orthodox church’s new take on sex. Culture Humor Int'l Relations News Politics Religion Social Issues The Weekly Russia File Russia File
January 01, 1990 Christmastide Tradition St. Nicholas, Babouschka, Christmas Eve festivities . . .Ded Moroz leading to Christmas on January 7th. Culture Holidays Religion Russian Life Magazine Russia File
