In the Old Testament, Israel found herself surrounded by monarchies and empires with powerful rulers and highly stratified societies, and she eventually sought to emulate that kind of system. Such political economies were filled with bureaucrats, professional soldiers, priestly classes, and—down at the bottom of the social pyramid—peasants. The peasants, of course, were expected to … Read more
It’s time to thank your recommenders. getty College and business-school applicants, it’s time to learn to write a thank-you note. The samples below will help you complete this task before it’s time for turkey—or tofu. Across the United States this Thursday, people will gather to give thanks for the many blessings we have enjoyed this … Read more
One of the busiest travel weeks of the year in the U.S. is typically the week of Thanksgiving – and for some people, that means transporting turkey. But if you’re traveling by air, as 4.69 million people are expected to, how do you safely – and legally – pack your gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce and … Read more
While Thanksgiving can be a great time to gather with family and friends, it can also cause tension or opportunities for debate at the dinner table. Dr. Laura Saunders, a psychologist at Hartford Healthcare’s Institute of Living, said if you want to avoid certain topics on Turkey Day, come up with a plan ahead of … Read more