Is Mary mentioned in the Quran?
Mary, the mother of Jesus, is the only woman named in the Quran, and she's mentioned there more often than in the entire New Testament. A whole chapter, Surah Maryam, is named after her.
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- Why do churches bless animals on October 4?
“Many churches hold blessings of animals on October 4, the feast of Saint Francis of Assisi.”
Reference: Encyclopaedia Britannica
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What was Saint Francis of Assisi's real name?
Saint Francis of Assisi was born Giovanni di Pietro di Bernardone around 1181, the son of a wealthy cloth merchant.
What is the world's largest fish?
The harmless whale shark holds the title of largest fish, with the record being a 59 footer captured in Thailand in 1919.