vol. 7, num. 10 :: 2008.05.16 — 2008.05.30
The Nazi worldview was one of the past century’s most striking examples of a set of ideals that sprouted legs and trampled over half the world, leaving behind unparalleled devastation. Though Hitler represents an extreme example, worldviews have significantly shaped movements throughout history and around the world. What do we see when we take a critical look at the past, present and future?
Examining our role in “building” God’s Kingdom here on earth.
How two films opened a window on walking ideas.
On the incarnation of ideas into art in Chaim Potok’s acclaimed novel, My Name is Asher Lev.
Expanding a commonly asked question about the Bible and Christian faith.
On what happens when conflicting ideas take walks around the same neighborhood.
A review of Barbara Kingsolver’s Animal, Vegetable, Miracle.
A review of Todd McCarthy’s film The Visitor.
A book review of The Ghost Map by Steven Johnson.
A book review of Gum, Geckos and God: A Family's Adventure in Space, Time and Faith by James S. Spiegel.
Spending an afternoon in a house that two families share reveals the benefits of an option more families should consider.
An interview with Krista Bogertman about makeup and personal care.
A workshop presented at Practicing Resurrection at Russet House Farm, August 11-12, 2006.
Tom Vanderbilt on children’s play equipment and the decline of the American lawn.
Architect David Greusel writes about the incarnation of ideas in art museum renovations.
Winnie Hu on burgeoning philosophy programs in U.S. universities.
A reflection on the relationship between grey areas and truth.
Even in a country you know by heart
its hard to go the same way twice
the life of the going changes.
The chances change and make a new way.
Any tree or stone or bird
can be the bud of a new direction. The
natural correction is to make intent
of accident. To get back before dark
is the art of going.
Wendell Berry
“Traveling at Home” from Traveling at Home
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