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Major religious themes of the Bible, such as election and covenant, are not mentioned in the book of Proverbs. Furthermore, self-interest underlies its motivational system (you shall behave well, because it will be good for you). These selfish and secular features have posed serious ethical and theological challenges for some ......
Reading Genesis 4:17-22 in Its Near Eastern Context
Daniel Lowery commences this work by suggesting that history is a subjective enterprise—it is controlled by those who record it. The power of the present decides what is counted as history, and how the rest of us are told about the past shapes our view of it and, concomitantly, our outlook for the future. In this sense, then, history ......
Genuine Theism, Moderate Hope, and Practical Morality
An examination of David Hume’s philosophy of religion that situates his conception “true religion” within the context of his overall science of human nature, his rejection of popular religion, and his Ciceronian influence.
Genuine Theism, Moderate Hope, and Practical Morality
An examination of David Hume’s philosophy of religion that situates his conception “true religion” within the context of his overall science of human nature, his rejection of popular religion, and his Ciceronian influence.
A Proposal for an Age Amendment to the U.S. Constitution
Examines the history, theory, and politics behind the age qualifications for elected federal office in the United States Constitution. Argues that the right to run for office ought to be extended to all adult-age citizens who are otherwise office-eligible.
A Proposal for an Age Amendment to the U.S. Constitution
Examines the history, theory, and politics behind the age qualifications for elected federal office in the United States Constitution. Argues that the right to run for office ought to be extended to all adult-age citizens who are otherwise office-eligible.
A history of the Spanish Gothic cathedral of Toledo. Balances architectural history with close scrutiny of the cathedral's liturgy and cults, the sculpture on its portals and choir enclosure, its royal tombs, and its diverse treasury and textiles.
A history of the Spanish Gothic cathedral of Toledo. Balances architectural history with close scrutiny of the cathedral's liturgy and cults, the sculpture on its portals and choir enclosure, its royal tombs, and its diverse treasury and textiles.
Sustainability and Sustenance in the American Agrifood System
Everywhere you look people are more aware of what they eat and where their food comes from. In a cafeteria in Los Angeles, children make their lunchtime food choices at fresh-fruit and salad bars stocked with local foods. In a community garden in New York, low-income residents are producing organically grown fruits and vegetables for their own ......
