Silent Planets and Sinless Beings: On C.S. Lewis, Aliens, and the Theological Terror of the Unknown

There are some things more predictable in modern Christian corners of the internet than the claim that aliens are demons. Not metaphorical demons. Literal, horn-polishing, red-eyed demons in flying saucers, zooming about the upper atmosphere waiting to insert microchips and destroy the family unit. One cannot sneeze in a telescope shop without someone citing Ezekiel’s … Continue reading Silent Planets and Sinless Beings: On C.S. Lewis, Aliens, and the Theological Terror of the Unknown

From the Sublime to the Grotesque: The Betrayal of Beauty in Modern Art

Art once aimed to uplift, inspire, and connect us to something greater - be it the divine, the sublime, or the essence of human experience. It was meant to elevate the soul, to provoke thought, to stir emotion, and to offer a glimpse of transcendence. From the soaring spires of Gothic cathedrals to the sublime … Continue reading From the Sublime to the Grotesque: The Betrayal of Beauty in Modern Art