From the Oxford University Press blog:A look back on the 400th anniversary year of the King James Bible:By Gordon CampbellThe celebrations of the 400th anniversary of the King James Bible were in one respect a surprise. As the Archbishop of Canterbury commented at the end of the year, the KJB had not been treated “simply … Continue reading A look back on the 400th anniversary year of the King James Bible
Category: Cultural Essays
Reflections on the customs, moral assumptions, and social habits that shape everyday life. These essays explore the traditions, virtues, and institutions that quietly organize society.
A Community In Action: Are you a Luddite?
Another interesting look at being a Luddite (or thinking you are): At trials in York, 17 Luddites were hanged and another 25 transported to Australia, while in ... But both historians agree that today's use of "Luddite" is wrong.1 Reference:
Wisdom of Dr. George W. Crane
I saw an old magazine article from Truth Magazine recently with the following poem: Think, please, before you rave,And think of me as being naive.Since what I write is “written”,By it you’ll not be smitten.But trouble starts from those who go,To teaching things that are not so.Any scripture misapplied,Is as wrong as truth denied. -Doctor Crane I … Continue reading Wisdom of Dr. George W. Crane
Meanwhile the false "order" …
While I am on the topic of false honors and such, below is a post from the Order of St. Lazarus of Jerusalem, a Catholic chivalric order with regards to a group in Brazil that they claim to be falsely representing themselves. Translation into English courtesy of Google Translate.Meanwhile the false "order" ...: Coat of … Continue reading Meanwhile the false "order" …
Join the aristocracy – become a Scottish Laird, Lord or Lady!
I recently ran across website that says for £29.99 ($47.74) one can become a 'real' titled laird of Scotland. Given that my maternal family are Blackwoods and came from Scotland, I thought what a great novelty to have hanging in my study (whenever I get a study...). I'm an American, and its not like I can … Continue reading Join the aristocracy – become a Scottish Laird, Lord or Lady!
When Companies Become Countries
Being a geek, I really enjoy reading Scott Adams's Dilbert Blog1 almost as much as I enjoy the comic strip. The post below piqued my interest: When Companies Become Countries: I wonder when the first multinational company will form its own country to avoid wars, government red tape, and corporate taxes. It feels inevitable. I assume it will … Continue reading When Companies Become Countries
First modern Olympic Games held in Athens
I've recently started following the Oxford University Press's blog and found this article interesting:First modern Olympic Games held in Athens:This Day in World HistoryApril 6, 1896First modern Olympic Games held in AthensAn estimated 60,000 spectators witnessed the opening ceremonies of the first modern Olympic Games, held in Athens, Greece, on April 6, 1896. The ceremonies … Continue reading First modern Olympic Games held in Athens
