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Should the Church Involve in Politics?‍

Dr Nishant A.Irudayadason Professor of Philosophy and Ethics, Jnana-Deepa Vidyapeeth, Pune As I write this column, assembly elections in some states have begun and a few states will go for poll to choose their legislatures. Often times, Christians are confused with their involvement in politics �

IDOL WORSHIP

Ponmala The ideas of God and worship have evolved over time from the moment thinking man appeared on the face of the earth. Man started off as a nature worshiper who was overawed by the mighty elements of nature on whose benevolence and whims he depended for existence. Then followed the phase when these elements […]

AN AGE OF CONSPIRACY THEORIES

Ponmala If America is home to white supremacy, India is home to caste supremacy. Supremacy puts an individual over another by virtue of his birth. A dalit who employs a Brahmin is therefore inferior to his employee. A supremacist will fight tooth and nail to preserve that birthright. It is no coincidence that all supremacists […]

Why do Indian Farmers Oppose Modi’s Reform?

Dr Nishant A.Irudayadason Professor of Philosophy and Ethics, Jnana-Deepa Vidyapeeth, Pune. “No one understands the problems of the peasants.” It is with this cry of the heart that union leader Hannan Mullah explained why a call for a general strike was launched in India for Tuesday, December 8. The Secretary-General of the All-India Kisan Sabha, recalls that […]

THE WISE MEN FROM THE EAST

PONMALA Three wise men set out from the East, their eyes set on a moving star that to them predicted the birth of some child destined to be a unique king. Too tedious was their journey through hostile terrains and climes. The star arrived at Galilee and stood still over Herod’s palace. The wise men […]

Lessons from the American Presidential Election 2020

Dr Nishant A.Irudayadason Professor of Philosophy and Ethics, Jnana-Deepa Vidyapeeth, Pune. The long duration of counting ballots has surprised many people. This has fuelled suspicion for the most die-hard Trump supporters. The president had anticipated it in his speeches or tweets for several months, sowing doubt. Donald Trump has taken legal action. But it’s not just […]

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