I would agree that it is unfortunate in some cases that people are looked down upon for holding certain views. However, I disagree when it revolves around Michael Cleary. I must admit that it is different in his case. I don’t think that being open and accepting to others’ views is appropriate when their views involve [...]
Week 9 – Racial Discourse and Irish History – Gibbons (Castle)
This piece reminded me of how division will always exist. One group of people will always be able to find fault in another in order to prove its own superiority, whether that “fault” is skin color, social status, or cultural difference. This division is ultimately a result of a blindness to God’s inclusive love. As [...]
Week 9 – Inventing Ireland – Kiberd (Castle)
In his concluding remarks about Irish nationalism, Kiberd states that “a nation could only achieve consciousness through exposure to others.” I believe this concept can be simplified to individual experience. As one who was homeschooled for a few years, I can relate to this concept. Unless I am surrounded by other people, I won’t know what [...]
