Monthly Archives: October 2022

Legislation Abounded

Posted on October 12, 2022 by Matthew Phillips

“Hence arose demagogues like the Gracchi and Lucius Appuleius Saturnis – and the senate’s partisans such as Marcus Livius Drusus with their equally comprehensive offers.  By these, Italian hopes were raised, only to be dashed by the tribunes’ vetoes.  Even … Continue reading →

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Imitate the Martyr

Posted on October 2, 2022 by Matthew Phillips

“It is the passion of the most blessed martyr Cyprian that has made this day into a feast for us, and the celebration of his triumph that has brought us together in such a spirit of devotion. But the right … Continue reading →

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