The Gospels, Homer and Virgil, Masterpieces of Classical Literature
Recognition of literary mimesis by the Gospels from ancient texts challenges the origins of the Gospels.
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January 22, 2026
Mesopotamian Roots of the Abrahamic Faiths: Shared Myths and Connections
Commonality in narratives between Abrahamic religions evidence far earlier origins in Mesopotamian myths.
January 21, 2026
MAGA Christianity
O sons of the eagle, O daughters of dust, We chant of commandments, in “In God We Trust.” Parchments held high, but hearts full of rust, Trading the altar for…
January 20, 2026
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Reading – A Gift From Gods to Humanity
The European "savage" persists in academia, curricula and culture, repurposing colonial claims of Indigenous primitiveness for domination.
January 19, 2026
Analysing the Draft: Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism Bill 2026
The Bill's exposure draft posed significant risks to core rule-of-law principles, crucial to the underlying premise of democracy.
January 18, 2026
The Dreamtime
1. In the hush before sun-bringing, heroes moved unseen – shadows skimming riverbank, rising where eucalypt bends beside the silent springs. Phantoms of first ages, the past stirring the sand.2.…
January 17, 2026
Scapegoating from Medieval Witches to Flavour of the Month Othering
Modern hostility toward marginalised groups, whether based upon religion, colour or creed, mimic historical witch hunts.
January 16, 2026
Socratic and Buddhist Ethics: Understanding Inquiry in a Global Era
Socratic and Buddhist assert the importance of ethics and personal autonomy in critically examining personal belief and behaviour.
January 15, 2026
Burrabara-dyara (The Time of Bewilderment)
Ngaya bamal. Sun rides high – warami, old people, the barray (land) shimmers as cicadas cry out their heat song.By the ngurra (camp), we weave, fish for garara (mullet), burra…
January 14, 2026
Celebrating Jewish Contributions to Humanity – A Legacy of Innovation and Insight
Humanity's progress depends on the varied perspectives generated by diversity, supported by systems that encourage and protect the exploration of ideas.
January 13, 2026
A Personal Lens on Colonial Histories – Australia and Palestine
The concept of an unpopulated land has been used to disenfranchise both Indigenous in Australia and Palestinians in Israel.
January 12, 2026
Claytons Country
Claytons: the drink you have when you’re not having a drink. A brand for the fake, the substitute, the stand-in – Australia’s own way of pretending, performing the ritual of…
January 11, 2026
Home Loan Portfolio and Belconnen Pool: A Narrative of ACT Governance
Introduction The controversies that have circulated around the ACT Home Loan Portfolio and the Belconnen Pool tender process occupy a central place in the broader debate about governance, accountability, and…
January 9, 2026
Lachie & Daddy Rupie’s Parlour Tricks
Lachie and Rupie, barons of ink, Turn chaos to coin quicker than you’d think. With profit their beacon and ethics for sale, They spin every scandal and tip every scale.Assaults…
January 8, 2026
Homer: From Ancient Fusion To Modern Meaning
Rather than tales for ancient times, Homer's Iliad and Odyssey demonstrate the same cares and priorities across the ages, remaining relevant today.
January 7, 2026
King Grift the Great
King Grift the Great, with a gold-foil crown, Parades through towns in his made-for-TV gown. He kisses the babies (but pockets their sweets), Spins tales of the swamp to billionaires’…
January 7, 2026
Baiame – The Creator God and Sky Father
A creation symbol in Indigenous culture, Baiame remains an example of how to live in harmony with the environment.
January 6, 2026
Chrismukkah and Beyond
GD! Great and Glorious GD, Glow at the heart of every candle, Gift behind evergreen fronds, Gently weaving wonder – GD!No face, no form, No word can frame You; You…
January 6, 2026
Sacred Creation Spirits – The Wandjina and Their Enduring Legacy
Preamble It’s almost Australia Day again, I’m not interested in engaging in the divisive Australia Day versus Invasion Day debate. Instead I’m going to delve into Indigenous spirituality. Indigenous spirituality,…
January 5, 2026
Sympathy From The Shadows
Pleased to meet you, hope you guessed my name— But what’s confusing you is just the nature of my game.I whispered in Ashoka’s ear beside the smoky Kalinga plain: First,…
January 4, 2026