Photos Courtesy of Erin MillerOn Monday, Feb. 11, the same day as the Westboro Baptist Church picketed the Malibu campus, the Pepperdine Veritas Club is holding its annual forum on the meaning of Evangelicalism in the current world.The Pepperdine Veritas Club is looking forward to its annual forum, entitled "Evangelicalism: Love or Fear?" which will take place tonight at 7 in … [Read more...] about Pepp Veritas Forum Discusses Evangelicalism
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Letter from the Editor
Photo by Milan Loiacono What is worship? The definition of worship can be anything and everything and it is different for every single person. It’s hard to convey someone’s deep connection to worship or their struggle in worship with a word limit and a page count. But we are hoping to plant seeds, be the next dinner conversation starter and expand your view of worship … [Read more...] about Letter from the Editor
Worshipping False Idols | Celebrities and Success
Photo by Milan LoiaconoThe term false idol has a distinctly religious and antiquated connotation. A picture of a pagan dance circle surrounding a golden statue or some other generally heathen mental image fill the mind. However, Erich Fromm, German-American psychoanalyst and philosopher, argued that idolatry is alive and well in today’s society, albeit in increasingly … [Read more...] about Worshipping False Idols | Celebrities and Success
A World of Prayer
Photo courtesy of Jodi VongvanijOne world, many religions. And worship looks different for each one of them Religions are complex. They have traditions, symbols, narratives and sacred histories that give them meaning. They shape ethics, values and lifestyles. They divide and unite us. “All the major traditions have resources that call us to treat other people as we want … [Read more...] about A World of Prayer
How an Atheist Worships
Infographic by Krystal YuWhat if worship didn’t need a god? Worship often comes with a religious connotation. Merriam-Webster defines worship as “to honor a divine being or supernatural power” or “to regard with great or extravagant respect, honor, or devotion.” The synonyms listed under worship include honor and adore, actions subconsciously … [Read more...] about How an Atheist Worships
