Williamina Fleming: How a Scottish Maid became an iconic astronomer 

Sometimes, life takes an unexpected turn and gives more than what is imagined.  The common phrase “from grass to grace” is mainly used to describe a situation that skyrocketed from frustration to something more pleasing and worth fighting for.  However, that phrase fits perfectly for Williamina Fleming, who grew from nothing into a world-renowned astronomer

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Who was Lilith, Adam’s first wife in the garden of Eden?

The origin of Lilith, according to scholars, is highly debatable. Still, many think she was influenced by Mesopotamian or Sumerian mythology about succubae (female night demons) with the name “lilin” or by Sumerian myths about female vampires with the name “Lillu.” Lilith is a highly contentious figure in Jewish folklore. Although certain midrashic texts mention

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What is Secessio Plebis?

In Rome, citizens had multiple rights, but that did not mean there were no challenges for the ruling class. The plebeians (commoners) were part of the general body of free Roman citizens, but they were not patricians. Both classes of citizens in Rome were hereditary, and thanks to these commoners, Rome’s government ended up creating

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