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A 19th Century Crucifixion

Posted on May 1, 2015 by hnewman9

The crucifixion of Jesus is one of the most recognizable scenes from the Bible. Even those not familiar with religion are still familiar with the symbol of the cross. Hester Prynne is by no means a martyr like Christ but … Continue reading →

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Abraham, Huck Finn, and Tests

Posted on May 1, 2015 by 16msd

The world seems almost too eager to throw tests at us sometimes. Will we always do what is right? Can we always do what is right? After looking at the test Abraham encountered when he had the choice to either … Continue reading →

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“Even Death has a Heart…”

Posted on December 16, 2013 by 15lr

Human mortality results in the potential loss of one’s story of triumph and resilience through life’s hardships. Thankfully, several of these tales have been adapted and preserved in novels. Set in Nazi Germany in the years 1939-1942, Markus Zusak’s The … Continue reading →

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Death of a Salesman

Posted on May 8, 2013 by beans11

Title: Death of a Salesman Author: Arthur Miller Characters: Willy Loman: Traveling salesman slightly senile with old age, often in his own world during the play. Perpetually unhappy, regretful, lost Linda Loman: Willy’s wife, worried about Willy’s wellbeing. Biff Loman: … Continue reading →

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Abraham’s Sacrifice

Posted on April 20, 2013 by psiripakorn

The motif of God testing a faithful servant dominates the narrative in Chapter 22, Test of Abraham in Genesis. Moreover, the theme of sacrificing a precious possession, in this case, Abraham’s only son, shows how Abraham’s trust in God will … Continue reading →

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