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Greatest Hits

Posted on 10 October 2014 by Benj

When I was in high school, one of my favorite bands was All Star United. I appreciated their unique sound and clever lyrics. After their first two albums, I anxiously awaited their third release. But I was disappointed when they published a “Greatest Hits” CD, containing only two previously-unreleased songs…. Continue reading →

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“The Music Truck.” Or, “Positive Externalities.”

Posted on 26 August 2013 by Benj

My three-year-old son refers to the ice cream truck as "the music truck." He has no idea that it sells ice cream. To him, it’s just a truck that drives around playing music, which he loves. No ulterior profit motive–just … Continue reading →

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Languages

Posted on 9 August 2013 by Benj

My sister, Rebekah Devine, has a great post on the value of learning biblical language. She has been in the throes of learning Hebrew this year in preparation for entering Wheaton’s graduate program, and I am very proud of her. … Continue reading →

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SBL Paper: “Sleeping Dogs”

Posted on 15 March 2013 by Benj

I just returned this afternoon from the Mid-Atlantic Regional meeting of the Society of Biblical Literature in Baltimore. A great time was had by all, I think. I wish I had more time to visit the city; unfortunately, Camden Yards … Continue reading →

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Too Small

Posted on 11 May 2012 by Benj

To the political junkie, to the sports fan, to the gossip girl, the historian says: Your narrative is too small.

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Links: 21 April 2012

Posted on 21 April 2012 by Benj

As an American studying abroad, I was surprised to discover that Stellenbosch, a public university, has a school of theology that trains ministers for the Christian church. Prof. Brand in the Department of Systematic Theology and Ecclesiology has written an … Continue reading →

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Links: 5 March 2012

Posted on 5 March 2012 by Benj

December 30, 2011: The day that never happened (in Samoa). An interesting article in BAR: "Cultic Practices at Tel Dan—Was the Northern Kingdom Deviant?" I typically hate archeology, but this article is relevant to my research into the periods of … Continue reading →

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Links: 11 February 12

Posted on 11 February 2012 by Benj

An interesting discussion of culture, sports, character and masculinity. As a fan of both Stephen Colbert and the Citizen’s United decision, I appreciated this take on Colbert’s running gag/critique of the electoral system. The real problem in politics is not … Continue reading →

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Links: 4 January 2012

Posted on 4 January 2012 by Benj

Happy New Year! Here are some links I hope you will find interesting. I’m no animal-rights person–not by a long shot–but the economist in me appreciates this article on vegetarian meals because it forces the reader to take full account … Continue reading →

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Guest Post, Part Two

Posted on 15 September 2011 by Benj

Part two of my guest piece for Everyday Liturgy is now posted. Enjoy! Be sure to subscribe to Everyday Liturgy–there’s always good stuff there (the present author excepted, of course!).

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