REVIEW: The Spiritual History of English – Andrew Thornton-Norris (Os Justi Press, 2024)
With broad strokes, poet Andrew Thornton-Norris offers a broad history of English literature where it intersects with the English spirit.
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Catholicism
The Sacred Heart as the Antidote to Pride
June is well known as ‘Pride Month’, but for Catholics, it is dedicated to the Sacred Heart. Is that just by coincidence?
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REVIEW: Ordered by Love – Thomas M. Ward (Angelico Press, 2022)
Thomas Ward offers a brief but intriguing look at the thought of Bl. John Duns Scotus, the great Catholic scholastic and theologian.
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On Dignity and Dignitas Infinita
The Vatican’s new document explores ‘infinite dignity,’ sparking debate over its theological implications and alignment with traditional Catholic teachings.
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REVIEW: Rainbow Body and Resurrection – Fr. Francis V. Tiso (2016, North Atlantic Books)
Francis Tiso examines the phenomenon of the rainbow body and draws theoretical comparisons to the Christian doctrine of resurrection. Or, what exactly is happening to mystics in Tibet?
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Whether There are Demons in the Machine
AI imagery generation has prompted talk of demons and the demonic online. There is more to this topic than a first glance might indicate.
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The Hobbit: An Answer to Turin
In The Hobbit, Tolkien famously depicts a children’s story about an adventuring English bachelor, but beneath this is a meditation on providence.
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We Win, And We Will Win Again
With Dobbs, Roe v Wade has been overturned. The legal status of abortion is back in the hands of the states. What does this mean for the future?
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Tragedy, Providence, and Sin in J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Children of Hurin
Known as probably Tolkien’s darkest work, The Children of Hurin illustrates well the relationship between sin, providence, and tragedy.
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On Intuition and Knowing God
In order to love God, we must know Him, at least to the degree we are capable. To what extent does Our Lady affect our knowledge of God?
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