The Roman Empire had a one-of-a-kind sense of God and country that other empires since then have failed to match. The Roman Emperors believed that their people, country, civilization, and religion were of God himself. Furthermore, the Roman Empire added a distinct unifying aspect to their takeover of other countries that had an intense psychological effect on the besieged country. Furthermore,…
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Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Mussolini believed that he could rebuild the ancient Roman Empire. Why did the ancient Romans succeed in building a vast Empire while Mussolini failed?
Mussolini believed that he could rebuild the ancient Roman Empire. Why did the ancient Romans succeed in building a vast Empire while Mussolini failed?
The Roman Empire had a one-of-a-kind sense of God and country that other empires since then have failed to match. The Roman Emperors believed that their people, country, civilization, and religion were of God himself. Furthermore, the Roman Empire added a distinct unifying aspect to their takeover of other countries that had an intense psychological effect on the besieged country. Furthermore, the Roman Empire utilized cutting-edge military strategies and went into battle with the Glory of Rome as their banner.
Mussolini’s Italy, on the other hand, was a Fascist construct that was more or less rooted in political power-grabs than in any notable ideal. His country’s social, economic, and political structure could never have withstood the heft of a World-War, especially considering the fact that the morale of his constituents was habitually low and he was seen as a rather unseemly individual on the world stage, generally making it impossible for him to gain any real momentum in his political ambitions.
Mussolini’s Italy, on the other hand, was a Fascist construct that was more or less rooted in political power-grabs than in any notable ideal. His country’s social, economic, and political structure could never have withstood the heft of a World-War, especially considering the fact that the morale of his constituents was habitually low and he was seen as a rather unseemly individual on the world stage, generally making it impossible for him to gain any real momentum in his political ambitions.
How did the Kingdom of Italy become a republic?
After World War 2, Italy was war-torn and economically depleted. The general public had feelings of resentment and distrust towards the Italian monarchy because of its previous support for Prime Minister Benito Mussolini’s fascism. A couple of years prior to the end of the war, there had been politically motivated civil wars in the kingdom, mostly between Benito Mussolini’s Italian Social…
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
How did the Kingdom of Italy become a republic?
After World War 2, Italy was war-torn and economically depleted. The general public had feelings of resentment and distrust towards the Italian monarchy because of its previous support for Prime Minister Benito Mussolini’s fascism. A couple of years prior to the end of the war, there had been politically motivated civil wars in the kingdom, mostly between Benito Mussolini’s Italian Social Republic in Northern Italy, the Italian Monarchy in Southern Italy, and unincorporated anti-fascist activists. In 1946, King Victor Emmanuel, the penultimate king of Italy, abdicated his throne and his son, Umberto II ascended to the throne. Umberto II was only king for 34 days, as a referendum, namely the Italian Institutional Referendum, was decided. The Italian Institutional Referendum was an early democratic exercise in which a general constitution for Italy would be drafted and the people of Italy would get to vote on the style of government that they wanted in power. The two choices were a monarchy (kings) or a republic (elected officials). This referendum, ordered by decree of Umberto II, which was held on June 2, and 3 of 1946, yielded the following results: 12.7 million Italian citizens voted in favor of a republic and 10.7 million voted in favor of continued monarchies. This vote was simultaneously the decider of the Italian general election of 1946 in which the citizens of Italy elected 556 deputies to the Constituent Assembly (the congress of Italy). The Christian Democracy Party won 207 seats in this election, the Socialist Party won 115 seats, and the Communist Party won 104 seats. Alcide de Gespari of the Christian Democracy Party, being the leader of the dominant Christian Democracy Party, became the provisional Head of State of Italy. This event effectively lead to the general election of 1948, in which the first Republican Parliament of Italy (the new congress of Italy) was elected by the people to replace the provisional Constituent Assembly. Italy, as a result of these political transformations, obtained a new sense of purpose and identity and has remained a democratic republic ever since.
Why were paintings during the Renaissance mostly religious, e.g., Jesus and his crucifixion?
Most if not all of the most famous Renaissance-era religious paintings were commissioned by royal and political figures; Christian themed artwork in particular was popular among these high-ranking and influential figures because they almost always in some capacity included subtle (and some not so subtle) artistic representations of the royal and or political figures themselves in the artwork,…
Why were paintings during the Renaissance mostly religious, e.g., Jesus and his crucifixion?
Most, if not all of the most famous Renaissance-era religious paintings were commissioned by royal and political figures; Christian themed artwork, in particular, was popular among these high-ranking and influential figures because they almost always included artistic representations of the royal and or political figures themselves in them which in many respects deified them. For example, in Jean Fouquet’s c. 1470 miniature entitled, “Christ before Pilate,” which was commissioned by Étienne Chevalier, treasurer to King Charles VII of France, Jesus is standing in what looks like a traditional French throne room, and he is standing before a figure that resembles the King of France; furthermore, Jesus is surrounded by soldiers that look like French cavalrymen. There is a robed figure in the room that resembles the treasurer to the king, and there is a clerical figure in the room that resembles the Pope of the Catholic Church. Now it goes without saying that this is not what the biblical scene actually looked like having taken place in Jerusalem in A.D. 34, but the painting having been crafted by Fouquet in a way that resembled French dignitaries, was surely flattering, and no doubt a worthwhile work for any French royal figure to commission.
This image is Jean Fouquet’s c. 1470 miniature entitled, “Christ before Pilate.”
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This image is Jean Fouquet’s c. 1470 miniature entitled, “Christ before Pilate.”
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Monday, January 29, 2018
Why did Satan want Moses' dead body?
Why did Satan want Moses’ dead body?
This event as narrated in the book of Jude, shows that Satan has been given power on the earth (Luke 4:6) and is legitimately the “Prince of the Power of the “Air” (Earth)”. This is evident because Satan knew that the body of Moses would serve as a terribly potent idol for people to bow down and worship. Satan, knowing this attempted to find Moses’ body, as it is in his earthly authority to do.…
Why did Satan want Moses' dead body?
This event as narrated in the book of Jude shows that Satan has been given power on the earth (Luke 4:6) and is legitimately the “Prince of the Power of the “Air” (Earth) (Ephesians 2:2). This is evident because Satan knew that if he could locate the body of Moses, then he could set it up as a terribly potent idol for people to bow down and worship. Satan, knowing this, attempted to find Moses’ body, as it is in his earthly authority to do. The archangel Michael, not willing to dishonor God’s secret burial of Moses (Deuteronomy chapter 34 verses 1–6), did not comply with Satan’s request for information leading to the location of Moses’ body, and this led to a disputation between the two. The archangel Michael ended the disputation by telling Satan, “The Lord rebuke thee,” which is a general reprimand that is used numerous times in the Holy Bible.
What different kinds of crosses were used for crucifixions?
In first century Palestine, where most crucifixions are believed to have taken place, there were a number of different kinds of crosses used for crucifixions. There was the “crux simplex,” which was a simple lower case “t” cross that had a footrest on it, there was the “crux commissa,” which was a capital “T” shaped structure, there was the “crux decussata,” which was the “X” shaped cross that…
Sunday, January 28, 2018
What different kinds of crosses were used for crucifixions?
In first century Palestine, where most crucifixions are believed to have taken place, there were a number of different kinds of crosses used for crucifixions. There was the “crux simplex,” which was a simple lower case “t” shaped cross that had a footrest on it, there was the “crux commissa,” which was a capital “T” shaped structure, there was the “crux decussata,” which was the “X” shaped cross that St. Andrew is believed to have been crucified on, and then there was the “crux imissa,” the lower case “t” cross with no foot rest, that Jesus Christ is believed to have been crucified on. The crosses made in Palestine were mostly crafted from pine, cedar, and cypress trees, with pine made crosses being the most prevalent in Jerusalem.
None of the crosses used during this time period were considered a worse punishment than the others. The circumstances behind a condemned person’s crucifixion were the same regardless of the style of cross that they were crucified on. Crucified persons’ convictions usually consisted of sedition, and there was usually a sound beating given to them before the condemned person was tied to, or in some cases nailed and tied to a cross.
None of the crosses used during this time period were considered a worse punishment than the others. The circumstances behind a condemned person’s crucifixion were the same regardless of the style of cross that they were crucified on. Crucified persons’ convictions usually consisted of sedition, and there was usually a sound beating given to them before the condemned person was tied to, or in some cases nailed and tied to a cross.
Saturday, January 27, 2018
What is the impact of religion on politics?
The presence of religion make politics more relatable to the general populace. I can’t think of any high-ranking politician in any country that does not identify with a religion. Its just good politics to identify with a religion. Most voters in any given country are religious, so politicians should at least identify with with a church so as to show the voters that he or she understands and…
What is the impact of religion on politics?
The presence of religion makes politics more relatable to the general populace. I can’t think of any high-ranking politician in any country that does not identify with a religion. Its just good politics to identify with a religion. Most voters in any given country are religious, so politicians should at least identify with a church so as to show the voters that he or she understands and accepts the role of religion in society.
Thursday, January 25, 2018
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
Are earthly Emperors associated with Lucifer in the Old Testament?
In the Old Testament, there are some particularly engaging dialogues concerning both the nature and character of Emperors in relation to the nature and character of Satan.
In the book of Isaiah, chapter 14:12–15, the prophet Isaiah, speaking on behalf of God, prophesies concerning the Babylonian emperor, King Nebuchadnezzar. King Nebuchadnezzar had not yet conquered Israel, but would accomplish…
Are Old Testament emperors allegorically associated with Lucifer?
In the Old Testament, there are some particularly engaging narratives concerning the nature and character of emperors in relation to the nature and character of Satan.
In the book of Isaiah, chapter 14:12–15, the prophet Isaiah, speaking on behalf of God, prophesies concerning the Babylonian emperor, King Nebuchadnezzar. King Nebuchadnezzar had not yet been born at the time of Isaiah’s prophesy; Nebuchadnezzar would be born 113 years after this prophesy, and by the year 587 B.C at the age of 47 would conquer Palestine, Israel, and much of the land in between the Red Sea and the Caspian Sea. The prophet Isaiah describes Nebuchadnezzar as a king that aspired to “exalt his throne above the stars of God” in Isaiah 14:13. The king’s fate is described as him being “brought down to Hell” in verse 15. This scenario, is believed in the Judeo-Christian cultural tradition as being the scenario by which Lucifer, the exalted angel, was cast out of Heaven. It was this same self-glorifying mindset that prompted Lucifer to start the war in Heaven, with less-than-favorable results for Lucifer and his angels (Revelation 12:7–9).
In the book of Ezekiel 28:13–17, we see a similar scenario concerning the King of Tyrus, the king of a Phoenician city in southern Lebanon. The prophet Ezekiel, speaking on behalf of God, prophesies concerning the king and his disposition in relation to his earthly status. Ezekiel says in verse 17, “ Thine heart was lifted up because of thy beauty, thou hast corrupted thy wisdom by reason of thy brightness: I will cast thee to the ground, I will lay thee before kings, that they may behold thee.” Within seven years of Ezekiel’s 592 B.C. prophecy, King Tyrus fell to King Nebuchadnezzar’s Babylonians. This scenario is believed in the Judeo-Christian cultural tradition to be a reiteration of the fall of Lucifer in relation to his celestial arrogance while an angel in Heaven.
These two narratives show that in the Bible, there are expositions concerning the nature of supernatural events that are revealed to mankind in relation to current events. This being done to give the reader identifiable ideas as to what these vague and mysterious supernatural concepts represent.
It can be safely assumed by any Bible reader that has a desire to understand the nature of the fall of Lucifer, that the narratives presented in the books of Isaiah and Ezekiel can be seen as simultaneous references to both Satan and emperors, a literary device that is also used in the book of Revelation concerning Rome (Revelation 17:9), and Emperor Nero (Revelation 13:18).
In the book of Isaiah, chapter 14:12–15, the prophet Isaiah, speaking on behalf of God, prophesies concerning the Babylonian emperor, King Nebuchadnezzar. King Nebuchadnezzar had not yet been born at the time of Isaiah’s prophesy; Nebuchadnezzar would be born 113 years after this prophesy, and by the year 587 B.C at the age of 47 would conquer Palestine, Israel, and much of the land in between the Red Sea and the Caspian Sea. The prophet Isaiah describes Nebuchadnezzar as a king that aspired to “exalt his throne above the stars of God” in Isaiah 14:13. The king’s fate is described as him being “brought down to Hell” in verse 15. This scenario, is believed in the Judeo-Christian cultural tradition as being the scenario by which Lucifer, the exalted angel, was cast out of Heaven. It was this same self-glorifying mindset that prompted Lucifer to start the war in Heaven, with less-than-favorable results for Lucifer and his angels (Revelation 12:7–9).
In the book of Ezekiel 28:13–17, we see a similar scenario concerning the King of Tyrus, the king of a Phoenician city in southern Lebanon. The prophet Ezekiel, speaking on behalf of God, prophesies concerning the king and his disposition in relation to his earthly status. Ezekiel says in verse 17, “ Thine heart was lifted up because of thy beauty, thou hast corrupted thy wisdom by reason of thy brightness: I will cast thee to the ground, I will lay thee before kings, that they may behold thee.” Within seven years of Ezekiel’s 592 B.C. prophecy, King Tyrus fell to King Nebuchadnezzar’s Babylonians. This scenario is believed in the Judeo-Christian cultural tradition to be a reiteration of the fall of Lucifer in relation to his celestial arrogance while an angel in Heaven.
These two narratives show that in the Bible, there are expositions concerning the nature of supernatural events that are revealed to mankind in relation to current events. This being done to give the reader identifiable ideas as to what these vague and mysterious supernatural concepts represent.
It can be safely assumed by any Bible reader that has a desire to understand the nature of the fall of Lucifer, that the narratives presented in the books of Isaiah and Ezekiel can be seen as simultaneous references to both Satan and emperors, a literary device that is also used in the book of Revelation concerning Rome (Revelation 17:9), and Emperor Nero (Revelation 13:18).
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Friday, January 19, 2018
What is the importance of the fall of the Roman Republic to world history?
The fall of the Roman Republic in 27 B.C. paved the way for the rise of the Roman Empire, and the Roman Empire influenced humanity in the ways of language, culture, politics, and military strategy in more diverse ways than all other empires combined. Furthermore, the contents of the New Testament of the Holy Bible are facilitated by the socio-political atmosphere that was present in Palestine…
Thursday, January 18, 2018
What is the "first cause" in philosophy?
What is the “first cause” in philosophy?
The “First Cause” in philosophy refers to the cosmic processes behind the forming of the first atoms in the universe. The pre-Big Bang universe was at some point empty and devoid of matter. “Something” had to “cause” the first atoms to form. These first atoms led to physical processes that led to the Big Bang and thus, the Milky Way Galaxy, and other galaxies were formed. A theological…
What is the importance of the fall of the Roman Republic to world history?
The fall of the Roman Republic in 27 B.C. paved the way for the rise of the Roman Empire, and the Roman Empire influenced humanity in the ways of language, culture, politics, and military strategy in more diverse ways than all other empires combined. Furthermore, the contents of the New Testament of the Holy Bible are facilitated by the socio-political atmosphere that was present in Palestine during the time of the Romans.
What is the "first cause" in philosophy?
The “First Cause” in philosophy refers to the cosmic processes behind the forming of the first atoms in the universe. The pre-Big Bang universe was at some point empty and devoid of matter. “Something” had to “cause” the first atoms to form. These first atoms led to physical processes that led to the Big Bang and thus, the Milky Way Galaxy, and other galaxies were formed. A theological explanation for the first cause is that it was an act of God, a living being that was already in motion. Scientific explanations of the first cause have not been formulated and scientists presently consider the pre-Big Bang universe to be unknowable. In my opinion, this fact in and of itself makes the “First Cause” debate the most engaging philosophical debate that there is.
Wednesday, January 17, 2018
What is Mystery Babylon?
“Mystery Babylon” is, in the book of Revelation chapter 17, is described by the Apostle John as the same entity as the “Whore of Babylon” which a disdainful reference to the Roman Empire. The term “Mystery” is applied to the empire because its final revelation is to be presently revealed, and the term “Whore” is applied to the empire to describe its international bloodthirsty decadence. The Roman…
What is idolatry?
In Christian doctrine, idolatry is when a material object is worshiped by people as a god. This same concept is true of any number of religious objects, namely talismans, crucifixes, artifacts, medallions, chalices, statues, garments, altars, vases, portraits, holy books, menorahs etc…
These objects ought to serve as complements to a religion and not substitutes for the God of that religion. So…
What is Mystery Babylon?
“Mystery Babylon”, in the book of Revelation chapter 17, is described by the Apostle John as the same entity as the “Whore of Babylon” which is a biblical reference to the Roman Empire. The term “Mystery” is applied to the empire because its final revelation is to be presently revealed, and the term “Whore” is applied to the empire to describe its international bloodthirsty decadence. The Roman Emperors Nero, Domitian, and to a lesser degree, Emperor Trajan, (the last ruling Emperor in the scriptures,) were noted persecutors of the early Christians and jailed and “crucified” many of them because of their religious teachings. The book of Revelation, written circa A.D. 90–100, is apocalyptic in its tone and is reminiscent of the book of Daniel in relation to its allegorical references to empires. The early struggles of the first Christian churches in the Roman Empire circa A.D. 50–100, consisted of them operating with the constant threat of destruction always looming over their heads; namely because the Orthodox Jews of the day resented the Christian’s teaching that Jesus Christ was the fulfillment of the Law of Moses, and the Romans resented the Christians claim that Jesus was “the Son of God,” which was a title that was held by many of the Roman Emperors during this time period. The Christians were relentlessly disrupted by these groups in their attempts to establish Christianity as a religion, and the continued persecution that they suffered at the hands of the Orthodox Jews of the day and the Romans, prompted John the Revelator, an early Christian evangelist, and the writer of the book of Revelation, to describe these groups as the “Synagogue of Satan” (Revelation 2:9) and the “Whore of Babylon” (Revelation 17:7–10) respectively.
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