Beacon Hill

G. K. Chesterton used one of his characters to call another out and exclaimed, ‘“Then something snapped in your soul, and you let God’s thunderbolt fall’” (Chesterton 14). The author believed using another character to call the main character, Wilfred, out would change the way he acted. Wilfred tried to act different around others to make him a more liked person overall, but he was not that. In Chesterton’s Hammer of God, symbolism, foreshadowing, and setting work together to prove that outward…

Once across the green bridge that crossed the Piscataqua River to Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Lelia wanted to stop for a spell. “Gee, I’m thirsty, are you? Want to take a break, maybe step out of the car and stretch our legs?” The 1946, well-used Woody needed gas, and it was always prudent to check the water in the radiator, so Owen agreed and pulled in at a filling station where he’d also spotted the familiar bulky, red soda cooler with the bright white letters. When Owen jumped out of the…

the greatest Christian sanctuaries the world has ever known. In many ways, it would set the standard for all other gothic cathedrals: It is the Cathedral of Our Lady of Chartres. Chartres Cathedral stands on a hill above the river Eure, in the town of Chartres. Its spires rise like beacons on the horizon, and can bee seen miles away. Today, its majestic carved towers and facades project a mediaeval splendor in what has become an increasingly modern town. One can still come to worship and to…

Matthew 5: 14-15 (King James Bible), says, “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house”. NPs bring light to a world that is trapped in darkness. They do not hide their shine but instead provide light to those who need. NPs are true beacons of Gods grace, compassion, and mercy as they…

he is met with “a river of glaring gold light, but a man with a dark face” (49). Connell rearranges the perspective of light vs. dark by not putting any sign of goodness. General Zaroff’s tactic of luring sailors to their doom by using light as a beacon of hope for safety. Lighthouses are often used by sailors to get to safety. Instead, Zaroff’s use of the light causes sailors to crash and forcefully put them into the savage game of hunter and…

During the 1920’s, America was the place for a beacon of opportunity which is non-existent in other places. Many believed up until this point that it was difficult to become rich; however, with Prohibition and illegal activity, money became easily accessible. Instead of striving for hard-working ideals, it became clear that people were wanting to get rich anyway possible. New York is the central area for this activity, known for its parties, high population, and downtown atmosphere. Jay…

Zechariah Zechariah was a prophet during the time of the Jewish people returning to Jerusalem to rebuild the temple. His prophecies had a tendency to foretell the future that we say in today’s day, have come true. He speaks of the destruction of Jerusalem and a battleground of nations. Today, Jerusalem continues to be a battleground for the Jews and the Palestinians. Zechariah was a man that used a lot of imagery to describe his prophecy and wanted to use his message to help compete the temple…

during this time period in our most American of documents, the Declaration of Independence, ironically stating that “all men were created equal”. Now, assuming that the all-encompassing use of “men” in that statement included all human beings, is that beacon of hope for fair treatment and prosperity for each and every man, woman, and child still standing true today? Despite that America has come very far in seeking ultimate equality and freedom, I believe we still have a long way to go before…

contrary, decided to disprove her prediction. He got through junior high with little harm, and went to North High school. He was very popular and a good student. He was even voted king of the winter formal dance. As a teenager, he read the daily Akron Beacon Journal. He liked the real estate section, stock pages, and the classified ads. That might seem weird for teenager, but it interested him. In ninth grade he studied Latin, which helped him to understand how the English language worked more…

Growing up in Los Angeles, California, Paul Stevens (65) has lived quite an eventful life. From living with his mother and grandmother in a compact suburban apartment, to retiring at age 65 from being a very successful pilot for Delta Airlines and going on to live peacefully in his lakeside home in Euless, Texas with his wife, Connie Stevens (67). However getting to that point was no easy task and no story of success is complete without the occasional adversity along the way. Back in Los…