News :: Musée des religions du monde [exhibitions on religious rites and their history] Musée des religions du monde: The history, rites and traditions of the world's five major religions await you. Comme discover Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism and Christianity through the various exhibitions, activities and collections presented at the museum. | Telephone: 819 293-6148 : Nicolet, Quebec http://www.museedesreligions.qc.ca/ Thu, 17 May 2012 04:00:46 -0400 ADN FeedCreator Glue, Paper, Scissors http://www.museedesreligions.qc.ca/news/glue-paper-scissors_25 Is he an artist, a poet, a sculptor, a craftsman, a storyteller or a magician?
Claude Lafortune is all that and much more!

The Glue, Paper, Scissors, Claude Lafortune exhibition offers a glimpse at his career and amazing creations.

A talented and tireless artist who has dabbled in many things, Claude Lafortune has explored religion, history and art. He has had a wonderful influence on Quebec religious education, captivating generations of students with his original sculptures.

Reawaken the child within you and embark on a voyage of discovery of this remarkable man. You will be amazed by the vividness, originality, colours—in short, the genius—of his work.

Information : 819-293-6148

]]> Wed, 20 Apr 2011 04:00:00 -0400 Tabarnak! http://www.museedesreligions.qc.ca/news/tabarnak_21 Tabarnak! If you live in Quebec, you have probably heard that oath more than a few times. And there are very few French-speaking Quebecers who have not said it themselves, despite their mother’s reprimands to refrain from uttering the offensive swear word.
People have used colourful terms and vivid expressions to express their emotions since the beginning of time. Favourite words have made reference to sex, scatology, taboos—and religion, despite the admonishments of the Church, outraged by the misappropriation of religious terms.  
Nevertheless, no one can deny that swearing is an integral part of Quebec culture. Whether we try to repress or encourage it, swearing has become an important aspect of Quebecers’ identity.
But beyond the words themselves, what is swearing? Why does it offend? What does it represent? Christianity’s grip on Quebec society has weakened since the Quiet Revolution, and yet swearing still has a negative connotation.
This exhibition is merely an introduction to this vast topic, an attempt to demystify the vocabulary by looking at the very particular situation in Quebec. In short, a way to get you to ask questions about your own relationship with profanity.

]]> Mon, 18 Apr 2011 04:00:00 -0400 Life before death http://www.museedesreligions.qc.ca/news/life-before-death_7 Extraordinary photographs, a touching subject, unforgettable faces and a different point of view on death.  A must see exhibition.­­

]]> Wed, 19 May 2010 04:00:00 -0400 Mourning http://www.museedesreligions.qc.ca/news/mourning_8 Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 -0400 Facility Rental http://www.museedesreligions.qc.ca/news/facility-rental_5 ­­The Museum lends itself to a wide variety of events whether it is for business, corporate or private receptions. Our modern, multifunctional, air-conditioned facility may accommodate 100 to 150 people.

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