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Quotes
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God; all things were made through him, and without him was...
Nota in Brevis
Our Lady in Christmas Carols
An intriguing look at the place of the Virgin Mary in Christmas carols, which, somewhat to my surprise, she is largely absent, being mentioned, even obliquely, in only about 28% of what we might...
Nota in Brevis
Cancer and the Jab-berwocky
A conversation between Dr. John Campbell and Dr. Angus Dalgliesh, highly recommended, the latter one of the top and most experienced oncologists in Britain, who explains the connection - in causal terms, beyond the...
Nota in Brevis
Hobbit Virtues
For those who need a bit of a lift from all the dark and dreary news of late, in these dark days of December - there is light, and the Light, on their way!...
Reviews
Handel’s Miraculous Messiah
Handel's Messiah, first performed on April 13th, 1742 (in Dublin of all places) was Composed by a German, who had become a naturalised Brit, with a libretto in English. Handel's Oratorio is customarily connected...
Blogs
Advent and Hope
On a note of hope as we approach the birth of Christ - in a world that seems so devoid of that powerful virtue - here is a fitting reflection by Peter Leithart, which...
Reviews
Music for Mary
On this Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, as we continue the pilgrimage through the Marian theme of Advent, here are a few musical pieces to lift your souls and spirits:
Bruckner's (+1896) Ave Maria:
https://youtu.be/vbHKnUhdv8g
And, just...
Nota in Brevis
Five Fun Facts About Saint Nicholas
As part of today's celebration of a great saint, here are some factoids that did not make into my own reflection on Saint Nicholas of Myra. And a merry day to one and all.
