A Christian Guide to the Classics – Review
To live wisely and happily, one must gain an education. An education requires knowledge of what it means to be a whole human being. Historically, many of the greatest minds considered reading the best..
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Saint Paul
It’s impossible to exaggerate the influence of the Apostle Paul in the world, and particularly in the West. Only Jesus Christ has had a greater influence, and behind Paul, one would have to say ..
Tales of the Greek Heroes – Review
One essential foundation of leadership is learning the wisdom of the past. Edmund Burke, the great conservative British statesman, said, “People will not look forward to posterity who never look..
The Tale of Troy – Review
An actor, teacher, and friend of C.S. Lewis, Roger Lancelyn Green was a gifted storyteller who wrote several short stories for children based on ancient myths and legends. He is credited with encourag..
Rules of Civility & Decent Behavior
I reread George Washington’s Rules of Civility & Decent Behavior, which a young Washington copied for personal use. According to Wikipedia, the instructions date back to the 16th century. Mo..
Teaching the Virtues – Review
Have you ever wondered whether virtues can be taught and, if so, how to do so? David Hein’s book Teaching the Virtues is a good place to start. Hein defines essential virtues, such as faith, lov..
Easter Book
During the rise of Christianity, a pagan spring festival became a Christian celebration of Christ’s resurrection from the dead. The four gospels–Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John–contain..
The Aeneid
According to Mortimer Adler, a great American educator, the Iliad, Odyssey, Aeneid, the Divine Comedy, Paradise Lost (the epics), and the Bible constitute the most serious reading program. Great think..
Teen Leadership Camps
Last week, I attended the 25th anniversary celebration of Patrick Henry College, a top liberal arts college located in Purcellville, Virginia. Started by Mike Farris, constitutional attorney and Homes..
Drama and Theater Camps for Kids
I recently attended my second production of Logos Theater at Washington, D.C.’s Museum of the Bible. The production, costuming, and staging of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe were well done..