Hinduism Was Wellspring of Gandhi’s Ethics

Western writers have sometimes dismissed Hinduism as “otherworldly,” but the life of M.K. Gandhi illustrates the world-transforming potential of Hinduism. Far from being otherworldly, Gandhi was a politician, pragmatist and activist who integrated...

Because He Lives: Baptists and Elvis

When Elvis Presley was inducted into the Hall of Fame of the Gospel Music Association on Nov. 27, 2001, not all Baptists (or other Christians) were pleased. “Elvis Presley stood for everything rock ‘n’ roll stands for: sexual license; rebellion...

The Concept of a Just War

Momentum seems to be building for a war with Iraq. The Bush Administration has been strategically leaking information for some time now. These leaks serve several purposes, one of which is to measure public opinion about the idea. Administration officials are anxious...

When We Hear ‘No’

“Nooo!” The young girl’s sobs could be heard all over the shopping mall. “Nooo! Want the rabbit! Want the rabbit!” My daughter, wife and I were in front of a pet store in Florence, Ky., during a “one-day car trip” vacation. No...

Choosing a Memorial Gift

After the death of a loved one or friend, individuals often want to offer a memorial gift to acknowledge their sympathy to the surviving family members and to honor the memory of the deceased. There are many different ways to provide a memorial gift. How do you choose...