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What exactly is gluttony? Why is is a deadly sin? Did gluttony go out with the fall of the Roman empire, or is it still around today?

Sensationalized in the 2001 movie "Seven," the seven deadly sins are more than just fodder for the thriller movie industry; they're an institution of the Catholic Church.

The bat, the toad, the hedgehog, and the pig are symbols of evil or gluttony in Western art.

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?

This Renaissance artwork may be a symbol of the Christian miracle of turning water into wine, the Last Supper, or Bruegel's own warning against deadly sin of gluttony.

"He who dies with the most stuff wins" is the battle cry of the greedy. In today's consumer society, this Deadly Sin is one that affects almost everyone.

R. S. Gwynn's poem conflates the Snow White fable, the seven deadly sins, biblical allusion, and a stereotype of Catholic sensibility to dramatize an unholy marriage.

Final Chapter Preview: Chapter Three - Brother Thomas by Dean Koontz (your surprise from me, continued)

Today a Mozart opera seems hardly likely to cause public riots, but this perception of harmlessness wasn't always the case.

Gout is not just a condition that affects overweight males who indulge in too much of rich food and red wine!

This collection of essays will appeal to Social Historians, Victorian Studies scholars and those with a general interest in the history of psychiatry.

Eating Poetry leads the reader down a mysterious literary digestive tract, while The Invention of Cuisine views a plate of food as a palate, full of primitive imaginings.

Knights & Castles is a fascinating book that teaches children about what life was like in the Middle Ages.

While many people dream of winning a lottery, others have found that transforming their relationship with money pays big dividends.

A truly unique experience is had at Naos Nova. The architecture, ambience, nosh and almost endless wine list make it the place to be after the sun sets on the city.

During the 1600s European countries were warring for control of America. Colonial settlements saw their profits demanded by European governments to finance these wars.

Fantasy baseball projections for hitters in 2009 confirm that home runs will be very valuable in AL-only leagues.

Fancy settling down for a quiet meal with a loved one in Colombia? Never! Feast on prime cuts, down potent cocktails and rumba the night away Colombian style in Chia.

Disney/ABC thinks younger, hipper personalities is what "At the Movies" needs to gain audience. Has our culture changed so much? Do we even have a culture anymore?

For a sport and a fan base that once held itself out as the embodiment of the New England Ideal, it's scary to see the great game of baseball go to the dark side.

Understand how by sacrificing worldly pleasures and practicing the utmost self control in the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims benefit both in body and spirit.

Only once in a while does a live show translate spectacularly to DVD. Here, the band delivers a peak performance of old favorites and new hits for fans to enjoy at home.

Everyone overeats from time to time, at Sunday dinners, holidays or parties. But binge eating is an entirely different type of eating too much.

Leonardo DiCaprio, Russell Crowe and Ridley Scott convincingly trot the globe, but stumble upon few smart, suspenseful, surprising or even tense scenes in a flat drama.

Sleep patterns can dictate hormonal shifts that influence whether a person gains-- or loses-- weight.

Government rescue of financial corporations is becoming so common that the American style of capitalism is hardly recognizable. Seething for decades, the recipe is easy.

For a long time we have led our horses with our heads, but they really need to be led with our hearts.

Losing weight is desirable, but it doesn't guarantee health. Improving health without first losing weight is not only possible, it's the best way to change a life.

After a precarious start to the season, the Minnesota Renaissance Festival unites to feature top talent in a medieval tradition.

In this entertaining and educational documentary, filmmaker John Webster puts his family on a year-long "oil diet" to reduce their carbon footprint.

The life of St. Francis is the true imitation of Christ, yet it is at the manager of that first Christmas in Bethlehem were Francis points to the attributes of Jesus.

Religious educator tips for teaching children to resist temptation

Are you celebrating Thanksgiving with your family and friends? Here are some words for your blessing, invitation, or crafts.

Famous writers share quotes about life, hope, love and peace to express the way they count their blessings.

Most people wouldn't think of neglecting to feed their body every day, yet these people starve their souls. Starving the soul is called sloth: the fifth Deadly Sin.

What is lust, exactly? Is attraction the same as lust? Why is lust a deadly sin? Is the Church, just.... well...prudish?

There is little order in the timing of the General Councils of the church.

Switching over a few key ingredients can make any Tom (and his friends) thankful this holiday season, all while delighting family and friends at the dinner table!

This pleasant walk through the streets and parks of the banking area of Frankfurt am Main, Germany passes by top sights, shops, as well as numerous cafés and restaurants.

Americans spend around $40 billion annually on diet programs, diet meals, diet supplements and diet fads. Check out some of the most bizarre weight-loss plans in history.

Chakras are energy centers located along the body's axis situated along the spinal column. For perfect health, the chakras must be balanced and strengthened.

Haunted houses, "trick or treating," scary costumes and horror movies are some of the trappings of Halloween celebrations. Should Christians be involved?

Eating as sport is simply in bad taste. and would actually be funny if it wasn't so alarming.

While weight loss resolutions are common, long-term weight reduction is not. Achieve permanent weight loss through simple lifestyle and attitude changes.

In Hinduism, Trigunas, a profound concept about the constitution of human mind, is explained. It encompasses Sattwa - purity, Rajas - activeness and Tamas - laziness.

Does the silence of Jesus regarding homosexuality indicate an approval of such relationships? Biblical scriptures provide an insight on how Christ views human sexuality.

Milton makes the case for Satan to be viewed on a human level different from the tradition of a demon detached from the material world.

While himself subsisting on a diet of coffee and croissants, Marcel Proust saw food as revealing the hidden essence of reality and cooking as an art form.

Some Minnesotans love the Mall of America, and others hate it. And some people won't admit how much they love it. Here's what Minnesotans have to say about the MOA.

On September 19, 1846, Our Blessed Mother came to speak to two children who had been hired as cowherds.