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Daily Archives: June 5, 2011
Wacholder’s Messianism and Mishnah
I read (or actually reread) Ben Zion Wacholder’s Messianism and Mishnah. Wacholder summarizes his argument on pages 34-35: “As I see them, the mishnaic allusions to priestly and levitical privileges, the sacrificial cult in the Temple, as well as the … Continue reading
Ascension Sunday
Today at church, we had a baptism, celebrated the Lord’s supper, and recognized Ascension Sunday. I remember celebrating Ascension Thursday at the Latin mass that I attended in Cincinnati. The priest who preached about love was speaking at that service, … Continue reading
James' Ramblings 