Posts tagged New Testament
Did The House of Representatives Outlaw Quoting The New Testament?

(OPINION) According to a growing number of Christian conservatives, including Tucker Carlson, Charlie Kirk, and Andrew Torba (CEO of GAB), the new House bill opposing antisemitism actually outlaws quoting parts of the New Testament? Is this true? Kirk, a strong supporter of Israel, asked, “Did the House of Representatives just make parts of the Bible illegal?”

Read More
Was Jesus A Socialist? Concerning The 'Rich Young Ruler' And Modern Economics

(OPINION) Both the Hebrew Scriptures — Christians’ “Old Testament” — and the New Testament are full of admonitions that believers in God insofar as able must help the poor and needy. However, that does not necessarily tie Jesus to socialism, since believers can practice charity in a capitalist context just as readily, if not more so.

Read More
What explains the durable popularity of Handel’s 'Messiah' (especially at Christmas)?

(COMMENTARY) Handel’s “Messiah” — the Easter cantata that is so frequently heard at Christmastime — is probably the most-performed and most-beloved piece of great music ever written.

Read More