Art by Sybil ZhangGod provides humanity with the Biblical text to be applied to every time period’s context, regardless of how society has changed through the duration. Therefore, the Bible's meaning is true and unchanging yesterday, today and forever.Many Christians understand the Bible as the written truth of God. However, discerning the original intent of scripture … [Read more...] about Don’t Interpret the Bible Through a Cultural Lens
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Natural History Museum Offers a Peek Into the Past
Photos by Lidia Bayne Two dinosaur skeletons stood in the entrance hall of the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles. A Tyrannosaurus Rex bared its jaws at the neck of a Triceratops as it may have millions of years ago in a completely different setting. The Natural History Museum offered a unique glimpse into the ancient past as well as a view of more modern species that … [Read more...] about Natural History Museum Offers a Peek Into the Past
Why Do We Even Need Black History Month?
Image Courtesy of BSAAs you may know, Black History Month begins on Feb. 1. This month is usually filled with little-known facts about Black intellectuals, Black art as well as Black perspectives. There are always questions that come along too, such as "Why is there Black History Month? What about White History Month? We've learned about slavery and Martin Luther King Jr., … [Read more...] about Why Do We Even Need Black History Month?
Remember Why History Matters
Art by Sybil ZhangIt is the question that every history major dreads: "What are you going to do with that history degree? Teach?" From financially concerned parents to fellow students studying to become the next CEO of yet another tech startup, this question stalks history majors throughout their four years at university. As an American history major in the midst of my senior … [Read more...] about Remember Why History Matters
Historical Figures Were Human, Too
Art by Peau PorotesanoHumanity has a habit of searching for heroes. That's not inherently bad — it's actually important for cultural and societal bonding. In particular, being inspired by or admiring historical figures not only helps people appreciate their past, but can motivate people to move toward their future. What is a problem, however, is many people's tendency to … [Read more...] about Historical Figures Were Human, Too
