MosJan Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 Gregory the Illuminator Saint Gregory the Illuminator or Saint Gregory the Enlightener (Armenian: Գրիգոր Լուսաւորիչ translit. Grigor Lusavorich, Greek: Γρηγόριος Φωστήρ or Φωτιστής, Gregorios Phoster or Photistes) (c. 257 – c. 331) is the patron saint and first official head of the Armenian Apostolic Church. He was a religious leader who is credited with converting Armenia from paganism to Christianity, being the first country to adopt Christianity as its official religion in 301 AD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MosJan Posted March 5, 2025 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2025 Zartonk dedicates this video to the San Gregorio Armeno church in the center of Naples, Italy, which bears the name of St. Gregory the Illuminator. 🇮🇹🇦🇲 The relics of St. Gregory the Illuminator are among the most frequently stolen relics of saints and have been relocated multiple times. Originally, they were enshrined in the cave of Mane, a sanctuary on Mount Sepuh in the province of Daranagh, where he spent his final years. Later, after several relocations, by the late 8th century, the relics were transferred to this very church in Naples, which carries his name. They have been preserved in a gilded and copper half-statue, along with fragments of his chains and other relics. Remarkably, the veneration of Gregory the Illuminator was so profound that after Saint Januarius, the first patron saint and bishop of Naples, he was recognized as the second heavenly protector of the city. In Armenia, the relic of his right hand is preserved. In the 5th century, it was enshrined in a silver casing shaped like an arm and fingers, which also serves as the chief official insignia of patriarchal authority. Its presence in the Catholicosate is considered essential. 🎙️ Zartonk host: @BarevAnna 🎵 by Ennio Morricone https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGqyaWkSBwp/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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MosJan Posted March 5, 2025 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2025 https://www.google.com/maps/place/Via+S.+Gregorio+Armeno,+24,+80138+Napoli+NA,+Italy/@40.8499171,14.2553773,634m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x133b08419a35ff07:0x145f926e598f4e0d!8m2!3d40.8499171!4d14.2579522!16s%2Fg%2F11jk2pbq_7?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwMy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MosJan Posted March 5, 2025 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2025 https://www.google.com/maps/place/Via+S.+Gregorio+Armeno,+24,+80138+Napoli+NA,+Italy/@40.8499171,14.2553773,634m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x133b08419a35ff07:0x145f926e598f4e0d!8m2!3d40.8499171!4d14.2579522!16s%2Fg%2F11jk2pbq_7?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwMy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MosJan Posted March 5, 2025 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2025 https://www.italia.it/en/campania/naples/chiesa-di-san-gregorio-armeno Important place of worship in the historic centre of Naples Overlooking the street of the same name in the historic centre of Naples, the Church of San Gregorio Armeno is among the most important places of worship in the Neapolitan city. In the late 16th century, the pre-existing monastic complex underwent major renovations, based on plans by Giovanni Francesco Mormando and Giovanni Battista Cavagna. However, it was in the 18th century that the building acquired the Rococo-style appearance still visible today. The simple, elegant exterior features a façade divided into two registers, housing three arches and three large windows respectively. In contrast, the interior bursts with lavish decorations and artwork. The majestic, coffered ceiling by Dutch artist Teodoro d’Errico is the most striking element. In addition to housing the relics of St. Gregory Armeno, it also houses the body of St. Patrick, protector of the city along with St. Gennaro, making the church a famous pilgrimage destination. From the building, you can access the monumental cloister of the convent, elegantly decorated with a Baroque-style marble fountain and statues representing Christ and the Samaritans: a small corner where you can find moments of peace and quiet from urban life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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