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Genesis 25:9: The Reunification of the Sons and the U.S.–Iran Conflict

At the heart of the conflict between the United States and Iran—arising from increasingly deepening geopolitical and military tensions—an ancient biblical passage emerges: Genesis 25:9.
Isaac and Ishmael, estranged sons, find themselves side by side with their father Abraham.
Is this merely a gesture? Or a symbolic key to understanding what today appears irreparably divided?
This reflection offers an interpretation that, while acknowledging the complexity of the contemporary conflict, invites us to look beyond the surface, questioning humanity about its common origin and the possible destiny of reconciliation.

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March 28, 2026

Surah 24 An-Nūr (The Light)

Surah An-Nūr articulates a vision of a morally ordered community grounded in justice, modesty, and accountability before GOD. Central to the chapter is the profound metaphor of divine light, illuminating both inner faith and outward conduct.

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March 22, 2026

Acts of Mark (Apocryphal)

The Acts of Mark are an apocryphal narrative describing the preaching, miracles, and martyrdom of Mark the Evangelist in Alexandria, within the broader tradition of apostolic acts.

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March 22, 2026

Joseph and Aseneth (Apocryphal)

“Joseph and Aseneth” is a refined apocryphal narrative from the Hellenistic period, recounting the conversion of an Egyptian priest’s daughter and her marriage to Joseph, offering profound reflections on purity, faith, and the inclusion of outsiders into the people of God.

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March 22, 2026

The Apocalypse of Elijah (Apocrypha – 1 Elijah)

The Apocalypse of Elijah is one of the most significant apocalyptic texts of the Egyptian Christian tradition. Preserved in Coptic and dating to the early centuries of Christianity, the document intertwines Jewish prophetic traditions with Christian eschatological theology. Through moral exhortations, visions of the end times, and the narrative of the defeat of the Antichrist, the text reflects the spirituality and messianic expectations of early Christian communities.

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March 15, 2026

Genesis – Latin Vulgate Interlinear

The Book of Genesis in the Latin Vulgate Interlinear presents the Latin text of the Vulgate alongside Italian and English translations, offering a valuable resource for comparative study of Scripture. Its transmission through the Latin tradition played a decisive role in the spread of biblical knowledge across medieval Christian Europe.

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March 14, 2026
interlinear translations

Psalm 47

A solemn hymn proclaiming the universal sovereignty of GOD and culminating in a prophetic promise: the princes of the nations shall gather as the people of the GOD of Abraham. Psalm 47 announces a future in which power, wisdom, and authority will recognize the One as the source of Truth, Justice, and Peace.

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March 1, 2026
Judaism

HaMakom: the GOD in Everything

An ancient Hebrew Name reveals a radical truth: GOD does not dwell in the world—the world dwells in GOD. HaMakom is not a physical place, but the Presence that sustains all things, seen and unseen. To understand this Name is to rethink Creation, faith, and human responsibility.

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January 24, 2026

Dichotomy (definition)

The term dichotomy, within theological reflection, goes beyond a mere conceptual division and becomes a lens through which the human being is understood. It expresses a real yet non-conflictual distinction between body and soul, matter and spirit, revealing an ordered tension willed by GOD. This perspective invites the reader to move beyond reductive or dualistic interpretations, restoring dichotomy to its authentic meaning: not to divide in order to oppose, but to distinguish in order to grasp the profound unity of the creature.

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January 13, 2026

1 Samuel – Septuagint (LXX) Interlinear

Interlinear study of the First Book of Samuel in the Septuagint (LXX), presenting the original Greek text alongside English and Italian translations for comparative reading and deeper exploration of the biblical tradition.

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January 9, 2026
Books

Pilgrimage (Mavro)

Pilgrimage: Thoughts from Cassino to Jerusalem is the story of a 3,000 kilometer journey on foot, begun without a single coin, relying solely on people’s solidarity and on Providence. More than a travel diary, it is a reflection on vocation, marked by the tension between doubt and deep theological convictions. In a direct and personal style, the author shares moments of silence, dialogue, and inner clarity, as the road itself becomes a place of prayer and transformation, leading step by step toward the Holy City.

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January 6, 2026

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