Julnar the Sea-Born | An Arabic Folktale of Progeny
Once upon a time, there lived a king of Ajam-land whose name was Shahriman. Continue reading Julnar the Sea-Born | An Arabic Folktale of Progeny
The Venomous Scorpion | From Ancient Egypt to Modern Toxicology
Toxicology helps us to understand the harmful effects that chemicals, substances and situations can have on people, animals and the environment. Continue reading The Venomous Scorpion | From Ancient Egypt to Modern Toxicology
The Intercession of St. Joseph | Husband, Craftsman and Foster Father
The description of Joseph in Greek as a tekton is usually translated to mean carpenter. Continue reading The Intercession of St. Joseph | Husband, Craftsman and Foster Father
A Story of Loss | The Biblical Matriarch Ruth
When Naomi’s sons pass away, Naomi instructs her daughters-in-law to return home. Orpah returns home, but Ruth remains. Continue reading A Story of Loss | The Biblical Matriarch Ruth
The Rat and Mouse Race | Survival Against All the Odds
Rats, much like pigeons, are two animals that flourish, instead of flounder, in urban environments. Continue reading The Rat and Mouse Race | Survival Against All the Odds
The Ladybug | A Good Luck Charm
The presence of a ladybug could make an individual feel that they are lucky; and this in turn allows them to attract all the luck in the world. Continue reading The Ladybug | A Good Luck Charm
The Porcupine Defence Strategy
The porcupine is a proud member of the rodent family. It’s most famous for its quills, which it uses to defend itself against predators much bigger than itself. Continue reading The Porcupine Defence Strategy
The Butterfly Effect | A Wonder of Mother Nature
It’s not so much the moth or the butterfly, but what each of them is prior to the revelation of their true self that interests me. Continue reading The Butterfly Effect | A Wonder of Mother Nature
The Dromedary Camel | A Status Symbol of Fortune Seekers
The camel is here to teach you where to draw the line when it comes to greed. Continue reading The Dromedary Camel | A Status Symbol of Fortune Seekers
The Walrus | Party Animal of the Arctic
The walrus has played a prominent role in the cultures of many indigenous Arctic peoples. Continue reading The Walrus | Party Animal of the Arctic
The Mercantile 