The Rule of Saint Benedict is a book of precepts written by Benedict of Nursia for monks living communally under the authority of an abbot, specifically those in the monastery he founded at Monte Cassino. A rule itself provides stability of community, encourages self-sufficiency and combines spirituality with practicality. In the case of the Benedictine Rule, this path between the pursuit of spiritual growth and the earthly needs of the monks is far more moderate than previously seen. Individual…
seafaring culture who in their travels could have come across the Americas. Furthermore, in order for some South American sites to be established, such as Monte Verde, humans would have to have left Beringia earlier than the ice free corridor opened. The Pacific Coast Migration could have occurred around 17,000 years ago which coincides with Monte Verde’s creation around 15,000 years ago. Moreover, the marine life in the area could have provided an abundance of food for the journey whereas along…
Archaeological Anthropology Question 1: First Appearances of Religion When we think of religion, we often are reminded or churches or temples, morality, and an all-powerful, all-knowing, and benevolent being often referred to as a God, Goddess, or in some forms of recent religions, multitudes of the formers. As cited by the Oxford Dictionary there is one common definition of religion which is the “The belief in and worship of a superhuman controlling power, especially a personal God or gods.”…
used every day. Prayer, Work, Study, Hospitality and Renewal. This has had a big impact on society because people carrying out these practices are carrying out St Benedict’s rule. During St Benedicts time he founded 12 monasteries and another one in Monte Cassino where he stayed. He had a big influence on Monks and Hermits and taught many…
There is a common saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” Something that I have that has an unattractive appearance but is very special to me is a Georgia Tech pillow pet. I have always loved it because it was my first Georgia Tech article. I’ve had it for eternity, so it doesn’t have the most pleasing appearance. It is coated with purple fuzz from my blanket and has a foul odor from when I was under the weather. Even still, I’d rather have that comforting item than 1 million dollars. My…
Last night everyone saw Jared Haibon leave Bachelor in Paradise and going home with Caili Quinn. On After Paradise, they admitted that things didn't last once they got home, but everyone is curious if these two might find a way to reconnect. ABC News was able to catch up with Jared Haibon and find out the details on how these two are doing now and if he wants to be on reality television again in the future. Jared Haibon has been on The Bachelorette and then also on Bachelor in Paradise twice.…
Barbara Bush said she was "in good spirits" in recent days | Barbara Bush in health problems, will not seek further treatment Former first lady Barbara Bush, despite having health problems and refusing to continue receiving medical treatment, remained in "great spirit" during her last days, according to her granddaughter Jenna Bush Hager. In fact, since Monday night he was alert and talking about a bourbon, a source close to the Bush family told CBS News. The source said she is being treated…
perfect corresponding revenge and justice, shows that revenge is not justice. After the Count of Monte Cristo coordinates his plan, and discreetly manipulates Madame Villefort into ruining her family, it leads to some complications and problems that he did not intend to happen. After Marquise de Saint Meran was poisoned, which was a big problem; a servant was killed, which was another problem. The Count of Monte Cristo obviously did not intend for those two deaths to occur. His original plan was…
Abbé Faria plays a major role in the creation of debonair millionaire manipulator and vengeance-hungry Monte Cristo. While held in captivity at the Chateau d’If, Dantès befriends the political prisoner, Abbé Faria. Much to his surprise, the Abbé is remarkably intelligent; fashioning escape tools out of virtually nothing. Abbé Faria devotes his elongated prison…
In the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo, many characters are introduce throughout the story and most of these characters undergo an indentity change at some point during the novel. The main, and by far the most dynamic character, is Edmond Dantès. Dantès is the protagonist of Alexandre Dumas’ classic novel. Edmond lived his life honestly, that is until he was framed for a crime he did not commit. Taking place in Marseilles, France in the 1800’s, Dantès fights for his freedom and pursues many…