Feb 3, 2016 | Introducing Aristides, True Friendship, Wednesday Quotes
It can be discouraging watching people vie for political power. That they are motivated by a concern for our good is often hard to believe. A man like Aristides is a refreshing reminder: it can be otherwise. There are people that have the moral as well as the...
Jan 27, 2016 | Good Work, Introducing Aristides, Wednesday Quotes
“In fine, having established the dominion of his city over so many people, he himself remained indigent; and always delighted as much in the glory of being poor, as in that of his trophies.” Plutarch on Aristides This renowned Athenian statesman’s attitude toward...
Jan 20, 2016 | Articles, Crisis Magazine, Crisis Magazine, Good Work, Wednesday Quotes
How each of us responded to the Lotto jackpot gives us an opportunity to reflect on our relationship with money. I posted this article today at Crisis Magazine. My series on Aristides will return next Wednesday. John CuddebackHusband, father, and professor of...
Jan 13, 2016 | Introducing Aristides, True Friendship, Wednesday Quotes
“…he possessed himself of the most kingly and divine appellation of Just…” Plutarch, speaking of Aristides Some might see reading about great men, especially of the ancient world, as simply a pleasant diversion, or even a kind of escape. Why, one might wonder, should...
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