A Concise History of Timekeeping and Historical Records
The knowledge and control of time-setting events in time is the basis of history. Our solar calendar comes from the Gregorian reform of 1582, so named because it was made by Pope Gregory XIII.El day is a measure not easily alterable and perceived by man, the seasons, although variable, are easily assumed by a economy agrícola.Las weeks is an artificial element and months are linked to changes in the luna.Los years, for their part, were spaces too long, and it was very difficult to measure its duration.
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Old Castile Law
Origin and Development
Castile had a Common Law tradition different from the Liber, resulting in significant judicial creativity. While some mention “laws” of Castile (e.g., Count Sancho García’s “good outside”), Castile lived without formal, king-imposed laws until the 13th century, according to Galo Sanchez. This doesn’t mean there wasn’t a recognized Castilian law, distinct from Leon’s. Chapter VIII of the Council of Coyanza (1055) confirms Castilian law and orders its continued
Read MoreThe Christian Soldier: A Doctrine of Spiritual Warfare
The Christian Soldier
Part 1: Understanding the Battlefield
Some people are smart and know themselves, but not smart enough to know their opponents, and others are the other way around. Victory is secured when you know the enemy and know yourself.
Part of the exercise set in the mandates for the royal family of God involves rigorous discipline.
Every believer is a full-time Christian soldier who is moving forward in God’s plan. God is not the only general with a strategy. The enemy has a very good strategy
Read MoreMichelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: A Masterpiece of Art and Faith
The Sistine Chapel
The Sistine Chapel, a sacred space within the Vatican City, stands as a testament to the artistic genius of Michelangelo. Its iconic frescoes, including the renowned ceiling and the awe-inspiring Last Judgment, have captivated viewers for centuries. Let’s delve into the history and artistry of this remarkable chapel.
The Vault of the Sistine Chapel
Originally adorned with a simple ceiling of golden stars on a blue background, the Sistine Chapel underwent a transformative change under
Read MoreRenaissance and Baroque Art and the Protestant Reformation
The Reformation
The Reformation, a movement that broke the unity of Christianity, began in 16th-century Europe, dividing the religion into Catholic and Protestant branches. Since the fall of the Roman Empire, the Church had heavily influenced Europe. The 11th century saw the first major division of the Christian world between the East and West, with followers of the Pope in Rome. By the 16th century, the Roman Catholic Church had a strong pyramidal structure headed by the Pope.
Art and Culture
The
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Humanism (15th-16th Centuries)
A New Way of Thinking
Humanism, a new mentality, placed man at the center of the world, focusing on human life. This Renaissance (16th century) movement rejected the medieval mindset and exalted man as a unique being possessing reason and free will. It drew inspiration from Greco-Roman culture through translations and fostered interest in science and technical progress. This led to a new scientific spirit based on observation and experimentation. Vernacular languages
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