Historical Setting: Jarrow, 793 C.E. In the water walking allegory, stepping out of the boat is called “faith.” But then the word “faith” was usurped by religion as a uniform requirement for belonging —a shared creed. Back when faith was still raw and personal, Jesus told Peter he needed it. Then by religious use,Continue reading “#75.3 Thursday, December 4, 2025”
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#74.1 Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Historical Setting: Jarrow, 793 C.E. I came to Jarrow for this library known to have a notable collection of books including the works of Bede. Bede was a scholar who had lived here since childhood, now revered by the patrons of Lindisfarne for his Ecclesiastical History of the English People. Wilbert, the now elderlyContinue reading “#74.1 Tuesday, November 4, 2025”
#73.9 Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Historical Setting: Jarrow, 793 C.E. Apparently, my simple sentence of purpose in the librarian’s log book reveals my long past connection with Luxeuil. What I thought was standard manuscript lettering is now only one of several styles used by monks. The style of lettering used can reveal when and where a manuscript was copiedContinue reading “#73.9 Tuesday, October 21, 2025”
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