Historicalism is somewhat obscure as a term, but one does occasionally come across it in philosophy, especially when discussing theories of history and its nature. What is called 19th-century historicalism is, often, actually a brand … Read more
By situating Sabbatarianism within its social and historical context, Matt Goldish situates the Sabbatarians within the world of early modernity, making its history accessible to scholars and students alike. Both supporters and opponents of Sabbatarianism … Read more
Operation Mongoose involved a broad array of activities, including intelligence gathering, sabotage operations, the hunt for leaders inside Cuba who might be able to topple Cuban President Fidel Castro, and much more. The Cuban Plan, … Read more
SEM is a microscope that uses electrons rather than light to create images. The SEM records the interaction of the electrons with a sample, creating an enlarged picture. The interaction of the focused electron flow … Read more
Also known as Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Major Depression, or Clinical Depression, unipolar depression is a mental health condition that is characterized by a consistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, affecting a … Read more
Discordianism is a contemporary religion that has as its primary deity Eris, an Ancient Greek Goddess of discord. Followers of Discordianism are encouraged to worship Eris (Discordia in Latin), the Greek goddess of chaos and … Read more
The term Neopagan refers to various revivalist versions of the Ancient Pagan religions, including, among several other groups, Wicca, Druidry, and Asatru (Modern Nordic Neopaganism). Neopagan religions are known by different names, depending on which … Read more
Illuminism may refer either to the principles and doctrines of the Illuminati themselves, or the belief in, and claims of, exceptional spiritual or intellectual enlightenment, and to its social applications. Illuminati (plural of Latin illuminatus, … Read more
Schizoaffective disorder is a mental health condition that is marked by the combination of symptoms of schizophrenia, such as hallucinations or delusions, and symptoms of mood disorders, such as depression or mania. Typically, a diagnosis … Read more
Schizoid personality disorder (SPD) is a chronic, widespread disorder that is characterized by social isolation and feelings of apathy towards others. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) describes defining characteristics … Read more