An amazing technology promises freedom from our more troubling genetic predispositions.

Information revealed through the decoding of DNA 50 years ago has been astounding, but there is still much to be learned. Is science up to the challenge?

The science of how our bodies operate at the chemical level is technically complex, but the landmarks of the cellular processes are fairly simple.

In pioneering the philosophy called positivism, August Comte had a profound effect on the most noted philosophers of the 20^th century.

Aspects of Augustine’s copious written works are foundational to both Roman Catholic and Protestant theology.

Faith became an enduring element of Augustine’s contribution to theology. But how does faith accord with reason?

Jesus responded to criticism from religious leaders by setting a new standard for personal behavior.

People have always wondered about life after death. What happens when we die? What the Bible has to say on the subject may be surprising.

The Bible teaches that we are a soul, and that the soul is mortal. The doctrine of the immortality of the soul, on the other hand, has no biblical basis.

On the spiritual side of life there are many ideas with suspect origins.

Globalization has become shorthand for the complex network of trends that is driving the world closer together. Vision reviews four books on this subject.

Can the mixing of pagan philosophy with biblical teachings result in anything but a lethal potion?

A reemergence of ideas first expounded by Plato, Neoplatonism developed in Egypt in the third century under the influence of Plotinus.

Dualism has been a feature of many religions and philosophies. It held an important place in Greek philosophical thought.

Founded by a young Persian named Mani, Manichaeism drew ideas from many religions and significantly influenced Augustine’s developing ideas.

A look at two philosophies that gained prominence largely as a result of 20^th-century developments in science.

Why is the Bible silent on one of traditional Christianity’s most important celebrations?

A look back at Christianity's departure from its Hebrew roots.

Where was Jesus buried and does it really matter?

As we entered our fifth year of publication, we reviewed all past issues and realized that a number of articles are timely and timeless and could be grouped together for greater meaning.