How much of Mary Magdalene’s story is grounded in historical fact, and how much is the product of interpretive embellishment?

History suggests that people have long drawn the comparison between rulers and shepherds. Where did this metaphor originate, and does it still apply today?

In a globalized world, an international lingua franca is arguably inevitable. What are the implications of English being today’s “world language”?

What are some of the lessons we can draw from the way empires have arisen through the ages?

Justin A. Joyce, author of Gunslinging Justice, discusses the far-reaching cultural legacy of the western film genre.

Where does the idea of race first appear in history? And what are the implications of making race a category of human beings?

Coming to terms with aspects of the colonial past is essential to building a more equitable world.

Humility is a rare trait in leaders. Even more rare is the kind of humility that always puts the good of others ahead of personal gain.

The controversy over whether and how to venerate historical figures raises fundamental questions.