Been scandalized much lately? Impropriety, misconduct, immoral behavior, unethical behavior, outrageous behavior – are there even any such things in our society anymore? Not to beat a dead horse, but when Hannah Montana hits you upside the head with all the subtlety of a Wrecking Ball, you begin to wonder if previously scandalous behavior has become the new societal norm. Scandal is defined…
Tag: religious
7 Myths About the Crusades
— 1 — The Crusades were never referred to as such by their participants. The original crusaders were known by various terms, including fideles Sancti Petri (the faithful of Saint Peter) or milites Christi (knights of Christ). The word “Crusade” is a relatively modern term, from the French croisade and Spanish cruzada. The French form of the word first appears…
