The Secret Catholic Code of Cistercian Numerals
This ingenious notation system was introduced by John of Basingstoke, archdeacon of Leicester, in the 13th century.
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Truth Is Recognized By Its Beauty
‘A beautiful idea,’ said Nobel Laureate Roger Penrose, ‘has a much greater chance of being a correct idea than an ugly one.’
Catholic Schools Held Steady During Height of COVID, Relying on Faith and Fundamentals
There is a lot of work ahead for schools, educators say, acknowledging they stayed strong academically through pandemic but still face other related challenges, including emotional toll on students and need to reinforce learning.
The Universe Looks Like a Fine-Tuned Fix
“Scripture and Tradition never cease to teach and celebrate this fundamental truth: ‘The world was made for the glory of God.’” (CCC 293)
29 Great Catholic Mathematicians You Should Know
“It seems to me almost incredible,” said Pope Benedict XVI in 2006, “that an invention of the human mind and the structure of the universe coincide. Mathematics, which we invented, really gives us access to the nature of the universe and makes it possible for us to use it.”
