Key Teachings on Unity, Wisdom, and Christian Conduct
Core Theological Themes
Unity in Christ
We belong to Christ; we are not divided.
The Paradox of the Cross
The foolishness of God is wiser than human wisdom, and the weakness of God is stronger than human strength.
Warning Against Pride and Boasting
Paul warns the people of Corinth not to be inflated by pride. Boasting is identified as a “radical sin.”
God’s Mysterious Wisdom
God’s wisdom is mysterious and hidden; it is His plan for our salvation.
The Role of God’s Ministers
Ministers are the ones God has
Read MoreThe Six Pillars of Islamic Faith (Aqidah)
The Islamic Creed (Aqidah)
The Islamic creed (or Aqidah) consists mainly of the Six Pillars of Faith:
- Belief in Allah (God)
- Belief in His Angels
- Belief in His Revealed Books
- Belief in His Messengers
- Belief in the Day of Judgment (Resurrection)
- Belief in Divine Decree (Fate/Destiny), whether good or bad.
The Importance of Islamic Creed
- It is the foundation upon which Islamic legislation, principles, and rulings are built. A sound creed is essential to prevent corruption in Muslim behavior and deeds.
- Creed
Medieval Literature Analysis: Beowulf and Chaucer’s Characters
Beowulf: Paganism and Christian Faith in the Epic Poem
Beowulf is a medieval work of art that has survived to this day and remains very present in modern culture. It is an important work within the history and development of the English language, belonging to the period known as Old English. To be more exact, it was written during the Middle Ages (500–1500), a long period of time that lacks internal coherence and resulted in major social, historical, and linguistic change.
This poem presents a mix
Read MoreByzantine Mosaics: Iconography, Imperial Power, and the Golden Ages
Characteristics of Byzantine Iconography
The figures show a certain rigidity and monotony, but are very expressive in their symbolism, displaying an obvious disregard for the laws of nature and space. They are elongated and suggest a certain dehumanization.
The Iconographic Program (Hermeneia)
The new iconographic types symbolically suit a preset program (the Hermeneia), assigned to different parts of the temple:
- The Pantocrator (Christ in Majesty blessing) in the dome.
- The Tetramorph (four evangelists)
Social Cohesion, Diversity, and Combating Discrimination
Understanding Plural Societies and Dignity
Identity and Coexistence in a Plural Society
Identity: We identify ourselves based on where we were born, the language we speak, and the customs and ideas we hold.
Plural Society: Our society is composed of individuals and groups with varied characteristics. To live in peace and progress, both as individuals and as a society, we must learn to coexist civilly with those who are different from us. Being a good neighbor requires an effort of understanding and
Read MoreAntigone’s Legacy: Duty, Defiance, and Divine Will
The Aftermath of War: Antigone’s Defiance
The tragedy unfolds at dawn, the day after the war’s end. Oedipus’s two sons, Polynices, who led the Argive army against Thebes, and Eteocles, who defended the city, have killed each other in battle. Now, Oedipus’s two daughters, Antigone and Ismene, stand on stage.
Antigone implores her sister Ismene to help her bury Polynices, defying Creon’s recent mandate. Creon, the new ruler, has decreed that Polynices, as a traitor, must be left unburied as punishment.
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