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Ephesians & Biblical Research
Many factors throughout history has caused the loss of the original works of the Bible. Inside we see two common problems encountered by scholars.
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The Life of King James IV (Final Part)
The unlucky end of James IV, the Scots snatch defeat from the jaws of victory once more.
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The Life Of King James IV (Part One)
King James IV was possibly the greatest ever Scottish King, claiming the crown after leading an army against his father at the tender age of fifteen. He went on to terrorise the English and put Scotland on the international map.
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The Life of King James IV (Part Three)
How James IV managed to build wealth for the crown without becoming unpopular with the people.
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The Life of King James IV (Part Two)
James grows in power, consolidating at home and building an international reputation.
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The Witches in Macbeth
Before deciding how to play the witches in Shakespeare's Macbeth, it is helpful to consider the historical and theatrical context of this famous trio.
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USB Bible and Gifts for Christians
For those that want to profess their Christian faith in a more contemporary way, try taking a look at these unique flavors and uses for traditional USB thumb drives.
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Emily's Brain
Emily Dickinson's poem, "The Brain - is wider than the Sky," compares and contrasts three entities with the human brain: the sky, the sea, and God.
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George Heriot
George Heriot, who according to Robert Louis Stevenson took wine with King James VI is best rembered today through the world famous Edinburgh school that took his name.
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Lebron James a True Superstar
Lebron James has had to overcome intense national skepticism since he was in junior high. Yet, he's been able to triumph and has emerged into one of the NBA's top stars.
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Lebron James Worthy of the Throne?
Is Lebron James an overrated media sensation or legitimate all-time great?
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Linlithgow Palace
What remains of Linlithgow Palace once one of Scotland's grandest royal residences lies in the small town of Linlithgow 15 miles west of Edinburgh.
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NBA's Top Five Small Forwards
From King James to Carmelo Anthony, here are the top five small forwards in the NBA.
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Remember Remember the 5th of November
Travelsleuth Stuart Buchanan MacWatt remembers Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot which was intended to blow up King James I and Parliament. Was he the "wisest fool in Christendom" or a Monarch before his time?
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Sir Francis Bacon in Debt
A look at the later years in the life and career of one of the world's most brilliant statesmen and thinkers.
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The Death of Pocahontas
Pocahontas, in England, is presented to King James I, sees a Shakespeare play, is visited by John Smith, becomes ill and dies in London.
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The Holy Experiment
<p>Despite some misconceptions about William Penn, he was undoubtedly a man of great vision. He envisioned, in the New World, a land where men could govern themselves and be free from the restrictions of 17<sup>th</sup> century English society yet ruled by men who were godly and fair. While Penn did not realize his ideal and, in fact, spent only a few years in his colony during his lifetime, his grand vision became, of course, the modern Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.</p> <p> This is part one of a two part look at the colonial history of Pennsylvania. </p>
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The Mormon Bible
Many people refer to the Book of Mormon as the Mormon Bible, it has never been the Bible for any Mormon group.
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The North Berwick Witches
Witch hunts swept across Scotland and Britain in the 16th and 17th centuries. The most notorious trial was that of the North Berwick Witches.
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The Painters of Indians
A brief look at some of the more famous painters of Native Americans as well as a few links to more information on their accomplishments.
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Witch of Edmonton, England
During the Jacobean Era, witch persecutions were common. Minister interrogated Sawyer and wrote an account. Three men collaborated writing a play based on this.
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French and Indian War
Unable to defeat Britain in Europe, King Louis XIV sends his men to America to defeat Briton. The goal is to acquire more land for France.
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Jamestown, Virginia
Jamestown, Virginia: Founded in 1607, was the first permanent English colony established in America. It experienced starvation, rebellion, and Indian attacks.
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Robert Burns
One man, the son of an Ayrshire cottar, destined to become Scotland's national bard was born during that extraordinary period of "Enlightenment".
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The Christmas Story
And an angel appeared to Mary, telling her she would have a son that would be conceived by God and His name would be Jesus.
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The Lords Baltimore
In 1625, George Calvert owned a 2,300-acre estate in County Longford in Northern Ireland. He would soon be made the first Lord Baltimore.
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The Many Misrepresentations of Pocahontas
Pocahontas was a real Native American girl who helped the English survive in the new Virginia colony of Jamestown. But most of the stories told about her are far from truth. What really happened back in the early 17th century between the English and the Powhatan tribe, and what became of Pocahontas after she left her native lands? See how history has been distorted through the centuries - you may be surprised by the facts.
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The Non-Conformist of Hampton
When searching for interesting tales, one will invariably come across ancestors who have left a wash of color on the culture of their time. Such is the case of this Non-Conformist of Hampton, New Hampshire...
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The Overbury Murder
Sir Thomas Overbury's murder caused a major scandal during James I's reign. It damaged the monarchy and James' court was condemned as evil and corrupt.
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W. B. Yeats' 'Lapis Lazuli'
Yeats' interest in Eastern Philosophy influenced many of his poems. His widely anthologized poem, "Lapis Lazuli," is about finding tranquility in chaos.
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We've Got a Problem
Some of the problems which hold Christian rock back from making the impact it should are addressed in this article.
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