Trump has been threatening retribution on his enemies. The Iliad shows the corrosive effects of revenge.
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On Trump, Achilles, and Retribution
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Shakespeare for a Midsummer Wedding
A couple of years ago a former student opted for a “Midsummer Night’s Dream”-themed wedding. For many reasons, it was a perfect choice.
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On Sickness and the Power of Prayer
In “War and Peace” Tolstoy gives a powerful account of how prayer and church attendance can help in the recovery process.
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