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The Khachkar: The Cornerstone of Armenian Symbolism
With its intricate carvings and detailed designs, the khachkar, or cross-stone, has been an Armenian symbol for centuries. The cross-bearing rocks can be found throughout the country, erected in graveyards or engraved in church walls or standing freely outside of homes or monuments. They represent Armenia’s special history as being the first Christian nation, a [...]
The Faces and Facets of Armenian Identity
“Well, you don’t look Armenian.” It’s one of those phrases that you might hear occasionally but for some Armenians, they’re told they don’t “look Armenian” all the time. The issue of looking Armenian opens up certain facets of Armenian identity, one of them being the subject of race. The night before Armenian Christmas, my mother [...]





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