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Philosophy of Technology & Technology Ethics
In his book Technology Ethics: Responsible Innovation and Design Strategies, Steven Umbrello examines three classic conceptions of technology. They are 1) instrumentalism, 2) determinism, and 3) constructivism. After examining their pros and cons, Umbrello then explains the advantages of these classic conceptions as the building blocks of a fourth conception of technology known as 4)…
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Epiphany, Theophany and Incarnation
“Now Moses was keeping the flock of his father-in-law, Jethro, the priest of Midian, and he led his flock to the west side of the wilderness and came to Horeb, the mountain of God. And the angel of the LORD appeared to him in a flame of fire out of the midst of a bush.…
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Epiphany, Philosophy and Natural Theology
“And behold, the star that they had seen when it rose went before them until it came to rest over the place where the child was. When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy. And going into the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and…
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Hanukkah
“It was the Feast of the Dedication in Jerusalem. It was winter, and Jesus was walking in the Temple, in Solomon’s Porch” (John 10:22-23 New Testament for Everyone). This year, the eight days of Hanukkah begin at sundown on the evening of December 25, 2024 and end at sundown on January 2, 2025. Hanukkah, which…
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Christmas
Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which means, God with us. Matthew 1:23 ~ Boethius ~
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Thanksgiving
Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever! Psalm 107:1 ~ Boethius ~
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Prayer For Veterans Day
“O Judge of the nations, we thank you with grateful hearts for the men and women of our country who in the day of decision ventured much for the liberties we now enjoy. Grant that we may not rest until all the people of this land share the benefits of true freedom and gladly accept…
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Prayer For An Election
“Almighty God, to whom we must account for all our powers and privileges: Guide and direct, we humbly pray, the minds of all those who are called to elect fit persons to serve. Grant that in the exercise of our choice we may promote your glory, and the welfare of this nation. This we ask…