The Bulgarian Orthodox church marks the assumption of St. Anna – the saint who gave birth to Maria, the future mother of Jesus Christ. Christians in Bulgaria mark Day of St. Anne - patron of motherhood St. Anna is considered to be the..
On 18 August the Bulgarian Orthodox church marks the Assumption of St. John (Yoan) of Rila, the most revered Bulgarian saint, protector of Bulgaria, also called the miracle-worker of Rila. John of Rila is one of the most prominent figures of the..
Constantine the Philosopher, who took the name of Cyril in monkhood, came from noble parents in Thessaloniki. The talented child was sent to the renowned Magnaura School in Constantinople. Because of his accomplishments he came to be known as..
