The sacred yellow serpents of Asclepius, the porieas, symbolized healing, renewal, divine power in ancient Greek medical and ...

MINA, Saudi Arabia (AP) — For some, the stoning of the devil ritual at the Hajj in Saudi Arabia marks a ... “I throw the stone as a symbol against Satan!” Pilgrims had collected their pebbles ...

AP During the Mass, Leo received the two potent symbols of the papacy: the lambswool stole, known as a pallium, and the fisherman’s ring.

VATICAN CITY: Pope Leo XIV is officially opening his pontificate in a ceremony Sunday that blends ancient ritual, evocative symbols and a nod to modern-day celebrity, all in front of the ...

Ritual, symbol and a popemobile tour mark Pope Leo XIV's installation Mass About 150 official delegations are expected at the formal installation Mass for Pope Leo XIV Nicole Winfield ...

Ritual, symbol and a popemobile tour mark Pope Leo XIV's installation Mass ...