Johnnetta Betsch Cole can recall one of the earliest pieces of advice she received growing up as an African-American in Jacksonville, Florida. “I grew up being told by my parents, and I think this was
Gold-plated architecture, masses of flickering candles, elaborate murals of Jesus painted on high ceilings — these are the decadent features of the Russian Orthodox tradition Jared Jacobsen hopes to capture during this week’s Sacred Song
When Vasudha Narayanan was 15 years old, she began reading books about Indian history and religion, and she was immediately captivated by the material. What was equally as exciting was that the authors were from
In 2016, the Chicago Cubs shocked the nation when they took home a World Series win — the first in over a century. On the surface, this achievement appeared frenzied and boisterous: fans cheering and
As the dominant religion in India and Nepal, Hinduism is a popular practice that exists around the world, complete with sacred and serious traditions. Yet the religion also recognizes the importance of play. “Yes, there’s
Jared Jacobsen directs the the Chautauqua Choir during the Sacred Song Service in the Amphitheater, Sunday, June 24, 2018. BRIAN HAYES/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER The fun and laughter will continue this week during the Massey Organ Mini-Concert,
As someone who has played and studied classical music since age five, Jared Jacobsen knows how serious his craft can be. But he also knows how important it is to unwind, especially during a hot Chautauqua
Hussein Rashid believes in the power of education as a driving force behind tolerance and peace. Between managing his consultancy, islamicate, and teaching courses on Islam at Barnard College, he never ceases in his mission
Rabbi Samuel M. Stahl In an age of instant communication and news updates, it can feel impossible to disconnect for five minutes — let alone an entire day. But in the Jewish faith, observing the
David Carter Since its founding in 2011, Claremont Lincoln University has lived out a mission to encourage muscular civil dialogue that inspires change. “The school was founded with the notion that we simply cannot continue
After a warm and humid week full of Independence Day celebrations, Jared Jacobsen has shifted his focus to an entirely different holiday: Christmas. “There’s something enchanting about singing about snow when it’s 95 degrees outside,”
Rabbi Adam Chalom recalls a cartoon he once saw where an atheist missionary travels door to door passing out a blank piece of paper. The cartoon, Chalom said, makes the assumption that secularism essentially equates
From 1890 through 1920, America experienced an influx of progressive ideas that advocated for a people’s government, detached from corporate control. This period, known as the Progressive Era, established systems of social welfare and political
Discussing the intersection of religion and politics is hardly a lighthearted conversation, historian Spencer McBride admits. But analyzing this connection is vital to understanding American identity. At 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 4 in the
Since declaring independence, America has prided itself on being the “land of the free.” After a fight for liberty, the Founding Fathers had clear intentions to establish a democratic nation of diverse people, far removed
To continue the Fourth of July festivities this week, the Tallman Tracker Organ recital will deliver an upbeat performance to keep up with the bustling celebration. At 12:15 p.m. on Tuesday, July 3 in the