Scripture tells of the resurrection of Jesus on the third day after his crucifixion, the day we call Easter. The image above portrays a Medieval Feast, such as might happen on an Easter long, long ago. The image below is of the Quem Quaeritis manuscript showing the lines sung during …
“Auld Lang Syne” is a sad song made even sadder because it sounds out of tune, no matter who sings it. And when most people sing it, they do sing it tunelessly. That most people can’t remember the lyrics makes it even more depressing. But even when done to perfection, …
No one knows the exact date of Gaius Valerius Catullus’s birth, but as the weather is glum today and as the pandemic grows longer and deadlier, and as we need a break, I’ve decided to celebrate Catullu’s birthday right now. Catullus, a Roman who lived around two thousand and seventy …
