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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.10 min read

Sir Isaac Newton and the Scientific ‘Reformation’

A fascinating look at Sir Isaac Newton's extraordinary life, faith, and scientific contributions.
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Sebastian Stanton5 min read

Positivism: The Philosophy Behind Modern Science

Positivism may be understood as a specific approach to any subject in which any hypothesis or assertion must be grounded in mathematical or logical proofs.
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Magis Center2 min read

Mircea Eliade: The Intuition of the Sacred

Mircea Eliade was a philosopher and historian of religion who elaborated one of the most comprehensive transcultural theories of the origin of religion.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.6 min read

Why Are We So Obsessed with ChatGPT?

What Does the Fascination with ChatGPT Tell Us About Us?
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.4 min read

Of Dying Stars and Dying to Oneself

A Lenten article that looks at how the lessons from a dying star reveal that our dying affects our neighbors.
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Magis Center3 min read

The New Magis Institute for Clergy

The Spitzer Center for Visionary Leadership has officially merged with Magis Center, creating the Magis Institute for Clergy.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.5 min read

The Beam in Your Eye: Thinking Traps that Can Blind You

A discussion about thinking traps, how we can overcome them, and how they are a segue for us to become the best version of ourselves.
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Magis Center4 min read

The Purpose of a Myth: Insights from J.R.R. Tolkien and Mircea Eliade

What is the purpose of a myth? They have 2 functions: to give strength through a connection with transcendent reality and to present a paradigm for action.
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Matthew A. Tsakanikas8 min read

Sinai as Interpretive Key to Genesis Part I: Entering the Cult

Dr. Tsakinikas looks at Mount Sinai and sets out to encourage people to view Adam and Eve's story without utilizing biological explanations of origins.
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Joel Fernandes2 min read

Overcoming Loneliness, Isolation, and Failed Relationships

Take a look at the numbers for marriages and divorces and then see how love is the answer to overcoming loneliness.
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Katie Kresser, Ph.D.6 min read

Art for the Ages: Da Vinci’s Last Supper

A Look at Leonardo Da Vinci’s Last Supper and an answer to the question: does art have universal resonance?
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Magis Center2 min read

Speak the Faith: A Public Speaking Course on Faith

Announcing a new course: Speak the Faith. Help young people learn to defend the Catholic Faith by teaching the importance of public speaking.
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