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‘Smite Amalek’ “Amalek in Judaism is Israel’s arch enemy. The word originally designated a specific tribe, but has come to mean the incarnation of absolute evil”. by Marius Schattner, Le Monde diplomatique

2nd April 2024 ‘We act like human beings – we are not on a killing spree’ ‘Smite Amalek’ by Marius Schattner  ‘Smite Amalek’↑   Amalek in Judaism is Israel’s arch enemy. The word originally designated a specific tribe, but has … Continue reading

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Easter: An article in Irish Examiner about the Poor Clare sisters. Reminds me of a friend, long ago, who had a sister who was a poor clare. To reminisce I have chosen this today.

Sat, 30 Mar, 2024 – 01:00 Ciara Phelan, Senior Correspondent   Inside a monastery, over 100 years old, a wooden grid separates a group of enclosed nuns sitting silently, waiting for their visitor. It’s evident all over their faces … Continue reading

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