The Bible employs many merisms, in which two contrasting words stand in for a whole spectrum. “Male and female” is one ...

Circle of agonyA miniature from the 12th-century Silos Apocalypse shows four demons surrounding a wealthy man with the archangel Michael above ... Beatus, whose name means “the blessed one ...

Yes, the names Santa Claus, Jesus Christ and III all have been ruled illegal names by courts in the United States.

“Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account.

Japan has recently banned what is known as "shiny" or "glittery" names, which are names with unusual pronunciations, ...

but it is important to be mindful of the rules when selecting a name. While many countries are fairly relaxed about baby names, there are still some restrictions in place to avoid names that may ...

"We continue to urge parents to think carefully about names. Names are a gift. Generally, the name registered will be with the individual for the rest of their lives," according to a document ...

His top hits are Be Lifted and Jesus and are loved for their soulful ... song that praises God’s greatness and lifts his name above all. It creates a peaceful and worshipful atmosphere with ...

Looking for a unique name to give your baby that would help them stand out in a crowd? While the sky is (nearly) the limit, it's best to avoid these 10 offensive or confusing names that are banned ...