altar

Throughout history Europe has seen its share of large and often bloody conflicts between the throne and the altar.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2026

Tiny pinewood bonfires burned through the night at a mountain cemetery as the largely Christian Philippines remembered its dead, turning the fog-shrouded hilltop into a vast, fragrant altar of light.

From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026

The sisters broke away to dedicate an altar to one of their siblings who recently died and whose death came after a deluge of personal losses.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026

But it’s the romantic material that really motivates this 32-year-old, who records in a booth in her bedroom next to an altar with a crystal ball and charms.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026

And there was a cradle beside the altar, a blue cloth draped over it.

From "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt

Daytime events, including entertainment, face painting and altars begin at 11 a.m., with a colorful novenario procession at 7 p.m.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 1, 2026

Relatives visit cemeteries and set up altars with food and other items their loved ones enjoyed in life.

From Barron's ● Oct. 31, 2026

Jair Hernandez wears his best Azteca outfit while attending the official opening of the Dia De Los Muertos altars in Gloria Molina Grand Park.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 25, 2026

The opera opens in the real world, as drably attired villagers assemble marigold- and candle-festooned Day of the Dead altars.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 18, 2026

Her temples were neglected; her altars foul with cold ashes; her favorite towns deserted and falling in ruins.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton