Do Not Disavow

Do Not Disavow By: Rick Davis   When Charlemagne established law Salic in barb’rous land, The gospel flourished, and he saw Christ’s praise on every hand.   (“Do you approve his methods now?”) I do not disavow.   King Godfrey took Jerusalem From bloody paynim hands And brought a halt to Musselmen Invading Christian lands.   (“He did some mean things anyhow!”) I do not disavow.   King Richard with his scarlet shield And passant lions ‘bossed Rode forth again unto the field To regain what was lost.   (“His deeds at Acre you allow?”) I do not disavow.   Unto the Germans Luther brought The gospel full restored, And Calvin at Geneva taught The glory of the Lord.   (“The Jews? Servetus? Holy cow!”) I do not disavow.   Stonewall and Lee like knights of old Fought for their native soil, The true and lovely to uphold Against the tyrant’s spoil.   (“Those vile racists ...

Omnibus V


I just got my copy of Veritas Press's Omnibus V: The Medieval World textbook hot off the press. Having taught the Omnibus curriculum for 5 years, I have nothing but praise for this series of textbooks. Students read through actual primary sources throughout history from the ancient to the modern world as well as secondary sources related to the historical time period. Along the way are excellent introductory essays to each book, and activities, recitations, and discussions for each one as well.

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