lunes, 15 de diciembre de 2014

¡Todo el viento se lo llevó!: Una cita conmovedora por Malcolm Muggeridge

"Miramos hacia atrás en la historia y ¿qué es lo que vemos? Imperios que se levantan, imperios que caen [en el olvido]; revoluciones y contrarrevoluciones; riquezas acumuladas y riquezas dilapidadas. Shakespeare ha escrito de la subida y de la caída de los más grandes que, al igual que la marea, suben y bajan con la luna.

He mirado hacia atrás y he visto a mis propios compatriotas [del Reino Unido], que una vez dominaron la cuarta parte del mundo convencidos, la mayoría de ellos, de la popular canción que dice que ‘El Dios que los hizo poderosos, los hará todavía aún más poderosos.’

Oí a un austríaco demente (Hitler) anunciar al mundo el establecimiento de un imperio que duraría mil años. Vi a un payaso italiano (Mussolini) decir que iba a parar y a comenzar el calendario con su ascenso al poder. He escuchado de un asaltador y homicida en el Kremlin (Stalin) de quien la elite intelectual decía que era más sabio que Salomón, más humano que Marco Aurelio y más iluminado que Ashoka.

He visto a América mucho más rica y, en lo que a maquinaria militar se refiere, más poderosa que el resto de los países del mundo juntos; hasta el punto que si los americanos hubiesen querido, hubiesen podido superar a César o a Alejandro Magno en la magnitud y escala de sus conquistas.

Todo [esto] en el transcurso de una sola vida; todo en una sola vida. ¡Todo el viento se lo llevó!
Hoy Inglaterra es parte de una pequeña isla de Europa, amenazada por el desmembramiento [de los nacionalismos] e incluso con la bancarrota.  Hitler y Mussolini, muertos, son recordados sólo en la infamia. Stalin, hoy es un nombre prohibido en el régimen que él mismo ayudó a fundar y que dominó por unas tres décadas. América acosada por el miedo de quedarse sin el precioso combustible que mantiene viva la actividad frenética de sus carreteras; envuelta en la polución y con una herida en la memoria por una desastrosa campaña en Vietnam y el escándalo político del  Watergate.

Todo en transcurso de una sola vida; todo en una sola vida… ¡todo se ha ido a pique en una sola vida!
[Pero], de entre los escombros de estos superhombres se levanta la gigantesca figura de Uno debido a quien, por quien, en quien y a través de quien solamente el hombre todavía puede obtener la paz [que tanto anhela] – [se trata de] la persona de Jesucristo. Él es el camino, la verdad y la vida, ¿le conoces?"
  
- Malcolm Muggeridge


All Gone with the Wind: A Poignant Quote by Malcolm Muggeridge


“We look back upon history and what do we see? Empires rising and falling, revolutions and counter-revolutions, wealth accumulating and wealth dispersed, one nation dominant and then another. Shakespeare speaks of ‘the rise and fall of great ones that ebb and flow with the moon.’

“I look back on my own fellow countrymen ruling over a quarter of the world, the great majority of them convinced, in the words of what is still a favorite song, that, ‘God who’s made the mighty would make them mightier yet.’ I’ve heard a crazed, cracked Austrian announce to the world the establishment of a German Reich that would last a thousand years; an Italian clown announce that he would restart the calendar to begin his own ascension to power. I’ve heard a murderous Georgian brigand in the Kremlin acclaimed by the intellectual elite of the world as a wiser than Solomon,more humane than Marcus Aurelius, more enlightened than Ashoka. I’ve seen America wealthier and in terms of weaponry, more powerful than the rest of the world put together, so that had the American people desired, could have outdone an Alexander or a Julius Caesar in the range and scale of their conquests.”

“All in one lifetime.All in one lifetime. All gone with the wind. England part of a tiny island off the coast of Europe, threatened with dismemberment and even bankruptcy. Hitler and Mussolini dead, remembered only in infamy. Stalin a forbidden name in the regime he helped found and dominate for some three decades. America haunted by fears of running out of those precious fluids that keep her motorways roaring, and the smog settling, with troubled memories of a disastrous campaign in Vietnam, and the victories of the Don Quixotes of the media as they charged the windmills of Watergate.

“All in one lifetime, all gone. Gone with the wind.”

“Behind the debris of these self-styled, sullen supermen and imperial diplomatists, there stands the gigantic figure of one person, because of whom, by whom, in whom, and through whom alone mankind might still have hope. The person of Jesus Christ.” 




-Malcolm Muggeridge



lunes, 10 de febrero de 2014

COMMENT OBTENIR LA VRAIE LIBERTÉ?



Le 8 septembre 1820, dans la baie de Paracas, débarqua l’Expédition Libératrice du Sud, commandée par le général Don José de San Martin, qui établit son quartier général à Pisco. Il comptait là-bas, avec l’enthousiaste collaboration des patriotes indépendantistes de la ville. Ceci arriva pendant le gouvernement du Vice-Roi Joaquin De la Pezuela, marquis de Viluma.

 TOUT D’ABORD, IL NOUS FAUT RECONNAITRE QUE NOUS NE SOMMES PAS LIBRES


L’arrivée au Pérou de l’Expédition Libératrice du Sud eut comme objectif premier, obtenir l’indépendance du pays, étant le Pérou le centre du pouvoir royal d’Espagne en Amérique du Sud. Ainsi, on favorisait l’indépendance des autres pays de la région.

Le vice-roi, qui suivait les instructions données par l’Espagne, organisa la Conférence de Miraflores, où se réunirent les représentants de San Martin et de Pezuela. La position des patriotes était qu’on reconnaisse l’indépendance, tandis que la position des royalistes était de se soumettre au roi d’Espagne et aux lois de la Constitution Libérale de 1812. Dû aux points de vue antagoniques, la conférence fut un échec.

Plus tard, le 5 octobre, San Martin ordonna à Alvares d’Arenales, un citoyen espagnol,  la mise en œuvre de la campagne dans la Sierra Centrale, pour inciter cette région à la révolution et pour y établir un cercle offensif autour de Lima, capitale du Vice-Royaume du Pérou, avec l’aide des « montoneros », qui étaient des paysans armés, en révolte.

San Martin décida d’aller à Huaura le 26 octobre. Ensuite, il reçut des nouvelles sur la capture du meilleur bateau royaliste, La Esmeralda ; la désertion du bataillon royaliste Numancia, lequel se joignit au régiment indépendantiste ; la victoire à Cerro de Pasco, obtenue par le général Arenales, sur les forces royalistes du brigadier O’Really ; l’indépendance des intendances de Trujillo et de Guayaquil, et aussi de la province de Jaén. Selon Francisco Quiroz, San Martin avait confiance en que les créoles (des espagnols nés en Amérique du Sud), s’accorderait en consensus concernant la séparation d’avec l’Espagne, et par conséquence, le conflit serait résolu assez vite.

Ces évènements favorables aux patriotes et les hésitations du vice-roi par rapport aux forces d’insurrection, amenèrent les royalistes à remettre en question sa capacité. Ils suscitèrent une mutinerie à Aznapuquio et firent un coup d’état contre Pezuela. Ensuite ils nommèrent José de La Serna comme le nouveau vice-roi.
 

POUR ÊTRE VRAIMENT LIBRE, LE CHANGEMENT DOIT COMMENCER DANS NOTRE PENSÉE


                                                                                   

                                                                            
Par mandat de la Monarchie Constitutionnelle d’Espagne, il y eut une conférence à Punchauca. À cette occasion, San Martín et de La Serna se rencontrèrent. San Martin demandait la reconnaissance de l'indépendance du Pérou, tandis que de La Serna, la soumission au roi d'Espagne. En plus, San Martín proposa d'établir au Pérou, une monarchie constitutionnelle sous l'autorité d'un prince européen. Les royalistes n’acceptèrent pas, car qu'ils avaient le soutien de la plupart des créoles, et espéraient que la population indigène ne ferait pas de soulèvement général, et surtout pas, sous le commandement de l'armée de San Martin.

Après la conférence de Punchauca, le vice-roi José de La Serna décida d'aller à Cuzco le 6 Juillet 1821, avec toute son armée, car pour lui, Lima était devenue une ville dangereuse. Seulement l’aristocratie y resta. C'est dans ces circonstances que San Martín décida d’entrer à Lima le 10 Juillet. Quiroz signala que San Martin fut reçu à Lima au milieu de la jubilation des habitants, mais avec la méfiance des aristocrates coloniales, lesquels durent prendre position en faveur de l’indépendance, car entre Lima et l'armée de La Serna, il y avait les Montoneros, prêts à l’action. Leur refus aurait été l'équivalent d'être d’accord avec leur propre arrestation, confiscation ou l'exil.


POUR ÊTRE LIBRE, NOS ACTIONS ONT DU MÉRITE MAIS NE SONT PAS SUFFISANTES


                                     
                                        
L’acte d'indépendance rédigée par Manuel Pérez Tudela, fut signée le 15 Juillet 1821, dans les installations du Conseil Municipal de Lima, présidée par Don Isidro de Cortázar y Abarca, maire de la ville.  La proclamation de l'indépendance eut lieu le 28 Juillet avec ces mots:
«Le Pérou est désormais libre et indépendant par la volonté générale du peuple et par la justice que Dieu exige. Vive la patrie! Vive la liberté, Vive l’Independence! »
Cependant, la vraie indépendance du Pérou fut réellement acquise le 11 Décembre 1824, avec la capitulation d'Ayacucho, signée entre les généraux Sucre et Canterac. À ce moment-là, l’armée royaliste accepta de rendre les armes et de quitter le territoire.
  

LA VRAIE LIBERTÉ EST ACCORDÉE PLUTÔT QU’OBTENUE PAR NOUS MÊMES


Heraclio Bonilla signale que l'indépendance du Pérou ne signifia, en aucune manière, l’abrogation de l'ordre économique et social, à caractère colonial. Celui-ci resta en vigueur jusqu'à la fin du XIXe siècle, probablement parce qu'elle fut gagnée par des armées alliées venues d’ailleurs, c’est-à-dire, une indépendance accordée plutôt qu’obtenue.
Il a fallu plusieurs années pour enfin obtenir l’indépendance politique. Cependant, il existe une autre indépendance que nous n’avons pas. C'est l’indépendance spirituelle, car nous sommes encore sous la domination du péché, par notre refus d’accepter la volonté de Dieu pour notre vie. La Bible l’explique ainsi:
«Jésus leur répondit : En vérité, en vérité, je vous le dis, quiconque commet le péché est esclave du péché. Or, l’esclave ne demeure pas pour toujours dans la maison ; le fils y demeure pour toujours. Si donc le Fils vous rend libres, vous serez réellement libres. » Jean 8:34-36
L’indépendance spirituelle consiste à se soumettre à la volonté de Dieu, laquelle est de recevoir d’abord Jésus-Christ comme seigneur et sauveur de notre vie, pour ainsi acquérir le droit de devenir enfants de Dieu.

domingo, 19 de mayo de 2013

Christianity and History

                                                                                                                                                              
 
                                   

"... In the fourth century after Christ above other faiths sanctuary of Mithra worshiped a man named Jesus whose blood they said renew and redeem the world who believed in Him, but in a state that required the emperor was and also worshiped and honored even harbored endless gods could not be a religion to worship one God, but even the legions of Rome and Hadrian's walls could cope with the tide of history and the spiritual quest of the human heart... " 

Christy Kenneally

sábado, 6 de octubre de 2012

El Cristianismo y la Historia




“…en el siglo IV después de Cristo por encima del santuario a Mitra otra fe rendía culto a un hombre llamado Jesús cuya sangre según decían renovaría el mundo y redimiría a los que creían en Él, pero en un estado que requería que el emperador fuera adorado y que además albergaba y honraba aun sin fin de dioses no cabía una religión que adorase a un único Dios, pero ni siquiera las legiones de Roma y las murallas de Adriano podían hacer frente a la marea de la Historia y a la búsqueda espiritual del corazón humano…”

Christy Kenneally

miércoles, 16 de mayo de 2012

BATTLE OF JUNIN    

THE END OF SPANISH COLONIZATION

The end of spanish colonization in Peru was difficult, because Peru was Spain heartland in South America. San Martin's Army of Liberation couldn't get the independence of Peru in 1821. For this reason Simón Bolivar's Army of Liberation came to Peru in 1823. It was important for the independence of Peru. TO BE CONTINUED

 

 

 

lunes, 2 de abril de 2012

Mystery of History - Best Homeschool History Program 2012

"The Mystery of History is a curriculum unparalleled in its field. Created as a guide through the annals of time, The Mystery of History will lead all ages clearly through the labyrinth that many find this subject to be. Up until now, most world history and bible history have been separated. Linda Hobar has taken the initiative to tell the whole story in a way that few have before. With a classical approach, she weaves the story line together of both world and Bible history in Volume I. Subsequent volumes continue to weave the message of the Gospel through the ages.

If history is taught in your home, The Mystery of History will unfold connections in history for you and your children like nothing else. If you study the Word of God, The Mystery of History will give you a solid chronological foundation to build on. There are no academic limitations to this syllabus. Designed to stand alone, each volume is as simple or as in depth as the individual or family wants it to be. This curriculum is the backbone from which any student can confidently grasp the mystery of history." - Anne L.

2012 Homeschooling at About.com Readers' Choice Awards Winners


EL MEJOR PROGRAMA HOMESCHOOL DE HISTORIA 2012 EN ESTADOS UNIDOS


Desde este blog tenemos el agrado de felicitar a Linda Lacour Hobar y a Mystery of History
por ser el mejor programa de Homeschool de Historia del 2012 en EE.UU según la encuesta realizada por About. com
Hace poco tiempo Linda Lacour Hobar gustosamente aceptó responder a una entrevista realizada para nuestro blog. Próximamente publicaremos la entrevista en español.



domingo, 1 de enero de 2012

INTERVIEW WITH LINDA LACOUR HOBAR (Last Part)


9. What life lessons do you want students to learn from History?

I think we can learn a lot from the character of others we study in history. We can see where even great men and women have faltered and avoid making their mistakes. We can be inspired by those who made a difference in history and had passion to create great change. I want students to be challenged, inspired, informed, and determined to make good decisions that could affect the next generation. More than that, I want students to see, believe, and understand that there is a purpose in life – which is to know God and make Him known. If we follow world history, we will get glimpses of our Creator.

10. How has the life of Jesus Christ affected all of Human History?

When I consider all the people I have written about (approximately 400 biographies in 10 years) there is not one person who has changed this world like Jesus Christ. He was born of a virgin. He was without fault. He came with a purpose. He performed miracles. He had compassion on the poor, the lowly, the sinner, and the hurting. He died for the sins of mankind. He rose from the dead to conquer the curse of sin and death on mankind. There is simply no one who has done what He has done and there never will be. Jesus Christ was the perfect Son of God, the perfect sacrifice for mankind. And, He will return! We should all be ready and waiting – doing all that He would want of us, and telling others how to know Him. He is worthy of all the honor, the power, and the glory. Praise be to Him now and forevermore.

lunes, 26 de diciembre de 2011

INTERVIEW WITH LINDA LACOUR HOBAR (Third Part)


6. How should we teach History? How can we make History interesting for the students?

I think that history should be taught chronologically. It makes the most sense to see the cause and effect from one generation to the next. Each era feeds the other. I prefer to teach students about people rather than about dates and events. People are far more interesting than treaties and wars and inventions. Of course, they are all related, but I like to teach using biographies first, the events second.

7. How is home school education? Why is it important?

Home education is a growing trend in the United States. As public classrooms have grown more secular, many families choose alternatives. Private schools are a good option but many find them too expensive. The home is an excellent place to learn in the loving context of the family. It does require diligence and self-initiative. These are great traits that must be developed to be a successful homeschooler.

8. What is your opinion about American Education? What should be changed about them?

American education is good and bad. There are still some excellent schools, but overall, the quality of education has declined in our nation as students struggle with authority, discipline, and maintaining a work ethic. Broken homes contribute to difficulties in school. I do not know how schools can improve the quality of life of students from difficult homes. I do think the schools could better apply discipline and expect hard work.

lunes, 19 de diciembre de 2011

INTERVIEW WITH LINDA LACOUR HOBAR (Second Part)


3. How do you write a History book? What it is necessary for that?

Educationally, I have a Bachelor of Arts degree. I was not a great writer in

college, but discovered that with having a passion for the subject of history, I

could write about it. I also had an audience. There are about one million

homeschool families in the United States and more around the world. I aim to

help them in their efforts to teach their children at home. Were it not for a need

in the subject, I don’t think I would be successful. I don’t “feel” like I’m that good

of a writer. By God’s grace, people have enjoyed my casual style of writing for

a subject that is required in school.

4. What period of World History do you like best? Why?

That’s a hard question to answer, because I like them all! However, presently

I’m enjoying the 20th century, because it helps to explain the events of my own

lifetime. I do not feel like my generation has a good handle on the world wars. I

came from the era of the Vietnam War, and because it left a bad impression on

Americans, all wars since have been downplayed. I’ve learned more now about

the world wars then I did in school. I find the Cold War is particularly relevant to

my lifetime. I grew up “terrified” of communism.


5. What period of American History do you like best? Why?

I think the Revolutionary War is fascinating. I believe the Founding Fathers were an

extraordinary group of men. They knew their history, and applied the lessons learned from

history to shape a new nation – one based on freedom, liberty, and capitalism. The system

isn’t perfect, but I’m proud to be a part of the “great experiment.”

martes, 29 de noviembre de 2011

INTERVIEW WITH LINDA LACOUR HOBAR (First Part)

"Linda Lacour Hobar, a native-born Texan, holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Baylor University where she first fell in love with world history. With sixteen years of homeschool experience, seventeen years in ministry with Campus Crusade for Christ, and several years of teaching all ages, Linda brings a wealth of perspective to world history. Her warm, passionate, and personable writing style appeals to students young and old. Linda and her family presently reside in Memphis, Tenesse, where her husband serves as a sports minister." The Mystery of History
1. When did you decide to study History?

Believe it or not, I did not receive much world history growing up. It was a very weak subject in our schools. However, I had a very interesting professor in college who helped me fall in love with the subject. After teaching my children in a homeschool setting, I wanted to study more world history, and eventually I fell deeply in love with the subject and began to write it. I’m still fascinated, and still writing.

Why is it important to study History?

This subject is so important because it should shape the way we think about our present governments, systems, and politics. Without understanding where we have been, we cannot make good decisions about the future. From history, we learn what “not” to do in governing ourselves. It is also the perfect venue to see how the Lord has revealed himself through history – from Bible times to the present.


2. What books have you written? What books are you planning to write in the future?

I have presently written three books in a series titled, “The Mystery of History” and am working on the fourth. They are as follows:

Vol I – Creation to the Resurrection

Vol II – The Early Church and Middle Ages

Vol III – The Rennaissance, Reformation, and Growth of Nations

Vol IV – Revolutions to Present Day

I hope one day to write a bible curriculum.

El País de Israel

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