Most Read from past 24 hours
Feeding Mind, Pursuing Truth
Daniel Lattier
- Home
- Daniel Lattier
-
-
Articles
-
Views
-
Author's Posts
What Did Nietzsche Mean by ‘God is Dead’?3
- Culture, Philosophy, Religion
- February 5, 2024
In The Gay Science (1882), Friedrich Nietzsche’s character of the madman had proclaimed, “God is dead.” The Time cover for April 8, 1966, turned this proclamation into a provocative question for a world where religious practice was waning: But, though most people have heard of Nietzsche’s “God is dead” claim, there are few who understand
READ MORE
Why So Many ‘Tolerant’ People Are Actually the Opposite4
It’s become common to point out that those who most preach “tolerance” are often themselves highly “intolerant.” But why is that? As University of Texas professor and ethics expert J. Budziszewski explains, it may have a lot to do with tolerance’s character as a virtue. Let me explain. Or rather, I’ll explain Budziszewski’s explanation from his excellent
READ MORE
Why Academics Are Writing Junk That Nobody Reads15
Professors usually spend about 3-6 months (sometimes longer) researching and writing a 25-page article to submit to an academic journal. And most experience a twinge of excitement when, months later, they open a letter informing them that their article has been accepted for publication, and will therefore be read by… … an average of ten people.
READ MORE
The Myth of the Pagan Origins of Christmas16
- Religion
- December 23, 2022
It’s generally accepted that early Christians adopted December 25th as the day of Christ’s birth to co-opt the pagan celebration of the winter solstice. Some believe this fact undermines Christianity. But according to Professor William Tighe, this “fact” may actually be a myth. Based on his extensive research, Tighe argues that the December 25th date “arose entirely from the efforts of
READ MORE
Most Read of All Time
How Music Training Speeds Up Brain Development In Children
- Culture
- August 29, 2016
Latest Posts
About Intellectual Takeout
We provide a platform for rational discourse on all aspects of culture, inspiring action that leads to the restoration of a healthy and vibrant America.
Get In Touch With Us
Stay in the Know
Contact Info
Physical Address
8011 34TH Ave S Ste C-26
Bloomington, MN 55425
Mailing Address
PO Box 1244
Minnetonka, MN 55345
Phone
(612) 440-0205
© Copyright Intellectual Takeout 2024