In another Islamic edict, cleric says husband should have witnessed 'penetration' to claim wife's adultery.
You need to have carried out at least two miracles to become a Roman Catholic saint.
Best photos of the day: 24 April 2014.
Photographs of Afghanistan by renowned photojournalist who took 'Afghan Girl' on exhibit in London in May.
Easter Monday marks the end of the period of remebrance.
Atheist message next to Easter display fails to rile Christian group.
Easter Sunday is a day for great celebration, marking the resurrection of Christ.
Experts warn the spiralling cost of chocolate could make Easter eggs an 'unaffordable luxury' for many.
Filipino villagers and foreign visitors re-enact crucifixion to 'prove' devotion to Christ.
Looks like these kids will be spending a lot of money in therapy, thanks to a close encounter with a giant Easter bunny.
Easter Sunday celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ three days after his crucifixion.
The symbolism and meaning of the Holy Friday in the Christian faith.
Minnesota priest on the run over paedophile rape allegations
Easter Sunday falls on 20 April this year.
Catholics in the Philippines whip themselves and carry wooden crosses as they re-enact the last day of Jesus Christ
Good Friday is observed on the Friday before Easter Sunday, and is a commemoration of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Best photos of the day: 17 April 2014.
IBTimes UK compiles a list of some of Pope Benedict XVI most famous quotes.
Dan Leş performs Way of the Cross in Bucharest every Easter for 11 years
This year, Maundy Thursday falls on 17 April.
IBTimesUK looks at one of the most important Jewish events of the year
Semana Santa processions start on Palm Sunday and continue until Easter Sunday.
Best photos of the day: 15 April 2014.
The first total lunar eclipse of 2014 will occur overnight on 14-15 April.
Best photos of the day: 14 April 2014.
Following the resignation of senior pastor Bob Coy for 'moral failings', IBTimes UK looks at some of the top US preacher scandals.
Christians around the world will celebrate Palm Sunday 2014 on 13 April.
Reverend Simon Marsh of Bramhall interviewed by Greater Manchester Police over allegations.
IBTimes UK asks could sectarianism tear an independent Scotland apart?
Conflict between Catholic and Protestant community goes back centuries