Chi Tran

Contributor

Chi Tran

Editorial contributor at Spiritual Culture

Chi Tran writes for Spiritual Culture, focusing on spiritual culture, sacred traditions, ritual life, folklore, symbols, festivals, sacred places, and living heritage around the world.

Editorial Note: Content is prepared with respect for spiritual diversity, cultural context, documented sources, oral tradition, and living community practice.

Articles by Chi Tran

1,992 published articles.

What is Ramadan?

What is Ramadan?

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, during which Muslims around the world observe fasting from dawn until sunset.

Garuda (Mount)

Garuda (Mount)

Garuda is a mythical bird-like creature in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, and it serves as the mount (vahana) of Lord Vishnu in context.

Catholicism and Christianity

Catholicism and Christianity

Catholicism is a Christian religion with over 1.3 billion adherents. It is one of the oldest and largest denominations of Christianity.

Pope Pius II

Pope Pius II

Learn about Pope Pius II, including life and background, religious role, legacy, religious significance in Catholic belief and practice.

What Are the Brahmavihāras?

What Are the Brahmavihāras?

Learn about the four Brahmavihāras—loving-kindness, compassion, appreciative joy, and equanimity—and their role in Buddhist meditation.