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The Chosen People are not a physical nation or race, but people who have been granted a special desire to unite in common love for one another beyond all boundaries.

The Tanakh and Talmud state that there is a covenant between God and the Jewish People that entails a special responsibility - but why are Jews called the chosen ones?

Choosing the most capable people for a project team is vital to the success of a project.

To have the most enjoyable social time, make sure to consider your mood, your group, and the planned activity.

Japan's cultural beliefs concerning race and gender severely affected the way in which they not only waged war, but in the way they treated their opponents.

The story of Jacob tricking Esau out of his birthright presents a problem of understanding for Christians, namely how is it that God worked through so dishonest an act.

The masochist has been taught from an early age to hate herself and consider herself unworthy of love and worthless as a person.

Hiring a workforce that is culturally diverse can only be beneficial to your business because it provides a point of view from sources that are totally unique.

The National Geographic Channel's documentary raises a lot of questions about the history of the human race.

The story of Achan is full of lessons for modern day Christians. God desires sanctification among His people.

The first in a series of daily Advent devotions offers a short program of scripture reading, reflection on scripture, questions, and closing prayer.

Applying to graduate programs in writing can be stressful, but keeping materials organized will ensure that well-prepared applications are submitted by the deadline.

Although both Egypt and Mesopotamia developed at the same time, environment and natural forces affected differences in political systems, religion, and social stability.

The liturgical calendar of the Catholic Church notes days of fasting and abstinence. What does that mean? Who has to fast and abstain and how do they do it?

Angels are protectors of the faithful, honored by the Church on September 29 since the Middle Ages.

Historically the Jewish people are the descendants of Jacob, also called Israel, a grandson of Abraham. They have a long saga of unparalleled tenacity and survival.

Throughout Ancient History, certain mountain tops came to be associated with the gods whether in Greece or Japan. For Some Near Eastern people, Sinai was such a place.

The Archangel Gabriel, a source of mercy and vulnerability in the Christian tradition, becomes a tool for prayer in the following devotion.

This article discusses the role of the Church in propogating anti-Jewish sentiment in Europe, particulary in Germany.

Want to know about the Bible but can't read it all? This condensed version highlights only the key events and characters in the first six books

Well, the tribes are no longer split according to racial lines! There are de-segregated tribes now. So, what else happened? Here's the recap!

Find out how to encourage cooperation and team building among your kids.

Urging Americans to follow a divinely inspired march beyond our borders, Albert Beveridge connects with his use of scriptural phraseology, tapping into popular views.

The new series of Channel 4's reality television show where self-obsessed, wealthy business types transform into caring, sharing do-gooders for impoverished communities.

Following the posting of Martin Luther's 95 Thesis, a Protestant Reformer named Thomas Münzer, rallied peasants to revolt against local government.

February 14 is an opportunity to teach Jesus' message of love. Here are some Valentine ideas for CCD class.

Venice Beach is a one-of-a-kind Southern California experience. Colorful and quirky, this oceanside strip offers as much fun as any amusement park.

Isaac Watts' "Joy to the World" is a Christmas carol sung around Christmas time in America. However, it may be appropriate to sing this Christmas hymn all year.

As one of the Coen Brothers' most bizarre and intellectual films, A Serious Man is one heck of a cosmic joke taken at the expense of its main character.

Some of Hollywood's most beautiful and famous claim that detox diets help them quickly shed pounds. But detoxifiying the body may do more than slim your thighs.

New England "godly communities" were rooted in theological and Old Testament beliefs that clearly defined the roles and responsibilities of community members.

To produce a successful pageant, as with any event, it is important to pay attention to details. Details such as awards, judges and staff are key elements.

Protect yourself by learning the methods, scams, tricks and places commonly used by carjackers. Knowing what to do in advance can save your car and maybe even your life.

Trying to keep kids busy while waiting in public can be stressful, but old-fashioned games can pass the time and keep kids quiet.

Google Wave is a communication tool that allows users to respond in real time, and gives users the ability to reply to one another with photos, text, videos and maps.

To attract and retain employees, it is vital that the small business owner treats them as the owner likes to be treated: with integrity, trust, and credit where it's due.

The Biden-Palin debate clarified differing positions as the two faced off on the war in Iraq, the financial crises, energy issues and other policy differences.

Want to know about the Bible but can't read it all? This condensed version highlights only the key events and characters in each book.

The first five books of the Tanakh, called the Torah, are considered by many Jews to have been divinely inspired through Moses; but how did they come into existence?

Christopher J.H. Wright provides a comprehensive, if sometimes meandering and difficult, look at Jesus through an Old Testament perspective.

The prologue, centered on the powerful notion of Jesus as logos, retells the story of Creation, emphasizes the divinity and humanity of Jesus, and reasserts his priority.

Why is it that polygamists, such as the followers of Warren Jeffs stick to their way so staunchly, and refuse to change, even when threatened with arrest by the FBI?

The average English man is 5ft 9ins (1.75m) tall and weighs 13.2st (185lbs/83.9kg) while the average woman is 5ft 3½ins (1.62m) tall and weighs 11st (155lbs/70.2kg).

Achieving success through people means fundamentally altering the way people think about the workforce and the employment relationship.

Written by Isaac Watts and tune adapted from Handel's "Messiah" by Lowell Mason, this Advent and Christmas carol remains one of the best-known and best-loved songs.

The Tsimshians called the ghost bear Moksgm'ol, Spirit of the Rain Forest. What settlers thought to be a legend was a real ursine species and was named the Kermode bear.