The Human Quest for Knowledge

The Human Quest for Knowledge

The pursuit of knowledge is as old as humanity itself.  In the first Genesis account of creation, Adam and Eve were tempted by the prospect of divine knowledge, desiring to be like Elohim, the God who fashioned humankind from the dust of the earth. Likewise, the...
A Time of Lament and Celebration

A Time of Lament and Celebration

On this 250th anniversary of our nation, as Americans gather on July 4 beneath skies illuminated by fireworks and streets adorned in red, white and blue, my heart is fraught with mixed emotions. I love this country, yet I grieve for it. I celebrate the democratic...
Ours Will Not Be The Fate of Icarus

Ours Will Not Be The Fate of Icarus

In Greek mythology, there is the famous story of Icarus and his father, Daedalus, who escaped from Crete by flying on wings fashioned from feathers and wax. Before their flight, Daedalus warned his son not to fly too close to the sun. Yet intoxicated by the...
AI and the Ancient Quest to be Like God

AI and the Ancient Quest to be Like God

Ever since the dawn of humanity, humankind has possessed a deep and persistent desire for intellectual aggrandizement. From the very beginning, we have longed to acquire knowledge, wisdom and understanding.  This pursuit, while noble, has often been accompanied by a...