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...violent religion resulted in predictable-and violent-reactions in parts of the Muslim world. The irony is so glaring, it is hardly bearable. But the same type of irony can easily be found in Christianity. How much violence has been committed to defend teachings that advise turning the other cheek? It is apparent from history and current events that Christians, Muslims and Jews all believe in the same God. One can only wish he had been more consistent in advocating nonviolence. Patrik Lindenfors Nairobi...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Letters | 10/16/2006 | See Source »

...Thursday’s “Boston’s Bernstein” concert was a tongue-in-cheek look at Leonard Bernstein’s youth, this past Saturday’s gala was a profound summary of Bernstein’s catalog.Sanders Theatre was all about Bernstein at the Gala Concert closing out the weekend’s festival in honor of the composer. The concert, entitled “Celebrating Bernstein,” featured Harvard’s finest musicians and performers, along with national talent, performing his diverse works for a full and enthusiastic...

Author: By R. DEREK Wetzel, CONTRIBUTING WRITER | Title: Bernstein’s Legacy at Harvard Remains | 10/15/2006 | See Source »

...violent religion resulted in predictable - and violent - reactions in parts of the Muslim world. The irony is so glaring, it is hardly bearable. But the same type of irony can easily be found in Christianity. How much violence has been committed to defend teachings that advise turning the other cheek? It is apparent from history and current events that Christians, Muslims and Jews all believe in the same God. One can only wish he had been more consistent in advocating nonviolence. Patrik Lindenfors Nairobi A quotation is always used to prove one's point; otherwise, it is not required. Pope...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: A Chilling Preview of War | 10/10/2006 | See Source »

Last winter, speedskater Joey Cheek was on top of the world.Years of training had finally paid off, as Cheek picked up two medals at the Olympic Games in Turin, Italy. And after he donated his winnings to Right to Play, an organization that uses sports as a tool for the development of children in disadvantaged areas, Cheek’s teammates picked him as the flag-bearer for the Games’ closing ceremony.Sure, he didn’t get into Harvard, but he was at the pinnacle of his career and, briefly, at the center of American sports attention...

Author: By Karan Lodha, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: GET A LODHA THIS: Using Sports To Stop Genocide | 10/10/2006 | See Source »

...violent religion resulted in predictable--and violent--reactions in parts of the Muslim world. The irony is so glaring, it is hardly bearable. But the same type of irony can easily be found in Christianity. How much violence has been committed to defend teachings that advise turning the other cheek? It is apparent from history and current events that Christians, Muslims and Jews all believe in the same God. One can only wish he had been more consistent in advocating nonviolence...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Letters: Oct. 16, 2006 | 10/8/2006 | See Source »

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