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maybe something good will come of them

And now we approach the jewish holiday of Hannukah, the Festival of Lights which recalls the victory more than 2000 years ago, of a militarily weak but spiritually strong people over the mighty forces of a ruthless foe that had … Continue reading

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A Banjo in Babylon

” Babylon” ,Psalm 137 is read against the backdrop of the Babylonian exile, often interpreted as a metaphor for personal exile and the search within. The psalm is generally understood as an allegory for sinful thought which is brought into … Continue reading

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Postcards From Babylon

Conrad Black has become a media and literary phenomenon since his incarceration in 2008 on financial swindling related charges.More specifically, for obstruction of justice and diverting funds for personal benefit.Ultimately, errand money for a wallet of such Zeusian dimensions. Reasonable … Continue reading

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