Author: Emma Thompson
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Exploring the “Juan de Pareja: Afro-Hispanic Painter” Exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is currently showcasing a remarkable exhibition titled “Juan de Pareja: Afro-Hispanic Painter.” With its topical and revelatory nature, the exhibition offers a succinct, smart, and scholarly exploration of the subject. While some aspects may be tendentious, the inclusion of eight to ten paintings by Diego Velázquez, including two stunning works…
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Lost in Thought: A Philosopher’s Journey to Religious Life
Princeton-trained philosopher Zena Hitz found herself dissatisfied with her life despite her success and prestige. Seeking spiritual fulfillment, she became involved in acts of charity, including setting up a Bible study in a Maryland women’s prison. She had previously felt drawn to the Catholic Church and a life of “wholeheartedness,” which she did not experience…