The Ides Of March

We begin the ides of March, a date dramatized in Shakespeare's Julius Ceasar. Though it is over 2000 years after the events and politics of the Roman empire, we still recognize the date and the gloomy foreshadowing in our culture today. I don't profess to be an expert in ancient Roman history, but I do remember some things from high school and college literature class. As I recall, Ceasar was warned to be on guard during this time. In fact, I believe the line was, "Beware the Ides of March." Ceasar was subsequently killed in the Senate that day.

Through the drama of literature we can experience life, death, and all that lies between in history. This leads us to where we find ourselves today. We're in the midst of a rough patch at the moment. Economic upheaval and political unrest are the main news stories every day. Now, I don't expect any kind of modern day Shakespearean drama at any time in the near future. Yet there is no way to tell what the future holds at any time. Though, I just can't seem to get rid of this ominous feeling. . .

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