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iUniverse Our God Too Biography of a Church and a Temple
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iUniverse Finally All About God Integrating Religion and Science
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iUniverse Et tu Judas Then Fall Jesus
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iUniverse The Apostle Paul The Revelation of the Mystery
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iUniverse God Bless America A Captivating Account of the Role of Religion in Founding the United States
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Dhikr. How the Generation of Salah AlDin Appeared and Jerusalem Recaptured
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Bibliographical Society of Australia and NZ Awakening a Curates Library
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Petertownsend.Info The Mecca Mystery
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Urhobo Historical Society Nothing to Do with Islam
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Petertownsend.Info Questioning Islam Tough Questions Honest Answers About the Muslim Religion
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Broad Continent Publishing I Speak for Black People
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Indigo Dragon Innovations Pty Ltd IndoEuropean Mythology and Religion
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Sura Ondrunar Publishing The Ancient Religion of the Sun The Wisdom Bringers and The Lost Civilization of the Sun
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Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S. The Westminster Handbook to Martin Luther Westminster Handbooks to Christian Theology
Book SynopsisThis volume in the Westminster Handbooks to Christian Theology series provides a compact and lucid treatment of the main elements of the theology of Martin Luther (1483-1546). Janz, a top Luther expert, discusses the theological understandings that made Luther a leading figure in the sixteenth century Protestant Reformation. This splendid guide...
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Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S. Eastern Orthodoxy through Western Eyes
Book SynopsisIn the last decade, Eastern Orthodoxy has moved from being virtually unknown to Western Christians to being a significant presence on the religious scene in North America and Great Britain. In light of Orthodoxy's growing presence, this book will introduce Western Christians to the Eastern Orthodox vision of the Christian life by examining...
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Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S. Lydias Impatient Sisters A Feminist Social History of Early Christianity
Lydia's Impatient Sisters offers a social history of the everyday life of women, setting common experiences of labor, money, illness, and resistance in the context of the Roman imperial society.Luise Schottroff relates this history to important theological topics in New Testament, such as the revelation of God and the daily life of the church...
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Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S. SecondCentury Christianity Revised and Expanded A Collection of Fragments
Book SynopsisThis revised and expanded edition of a book that first appeared in 1945 offers an inside look at the growth and spread of Christianity in the second century by providing source materials from pagan witnesses, Christian churches, and movements that became known as heretical. Reading these selections provides a first-hand sense of issues and...
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Presbyterian Publishing Corporation Readings in the History of Christian Theology Volume 2 From the Reformation to the Present
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Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S. Paul between Damascus and Antioch The Unknown Years
Book SynopsisA fresh exploration of Paul's activities during the hidden years of his life, from his conversion in Damascus to his familiar ministry in the book of Acts. With an unparalled wealth of historical material and a reconsideration of Paul's own writings, a new picture of Paul's life...
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Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S. A Political History of the Bible in America
Book SynopsisFrom the PrologueIn invoking the metaphor of story, we have begun to build the case for an under- standing of political process that reclaims the historical dimension of nation- hood and the essential role of memory in fostering a vibrant and just society while at the same time takingTrade Review"One of America's pre-eminent biblical theologians provides a powerful and compelling picture of American history through the lens of the Bible and theology. But Hanson does not stop with his rich depiction of American religious history. Drawing on years of study, he delves even more deeply into the Bible to lay out what it has to say about politics in the human community. Those who care about American history will want to read this book. So will all those who believe our political life can--and should--be informed by the stories and teaching of the Bible. For learning how we think and how we should think about these matters, the prologue and epilogue alone are worth the price of the book." --Patrick D. Miller, Charles T. Haley Professor of Old Testament Theology Emeritus, Princeton Theological Seminary "Paul Hanson is a world class biblical scholar who is fully aware of both the use and the misuse of the Bible that have continued for many years. Here he takes a steady and clear look at Scripture itself and at its applications and delivers a wise and balanced assessment in an engaging readable style. I plan to assign this book in my classes and recommend it to specialists and non-specialists alike." --Harvey Cox, Hollis Research Professor of Divinity, Harvard UniversityTable of ContentsPreface Prologue: Story, Identity, and Making Sense of the Bible PART 1: A HISTORICAL RETROSPECTIVE ON THE RELATION BETWEEN THE BIBLE AND POLITICS IN THE UNITED STATESIntroduction 1 The Theocratic Model of the Puritans 2 The Challenge of the Prophetic-Dialectical Model 3 The Revolutionary Period and the Lure of the Apocalyptic Model 4 Church and State in the Founding Documents 5 The Church-State Partnership of the Antebellum Years 6 The Gilded Age: The Gospel of Wealth and the Social Gospel 7 Twentieth-Century Challenges 8 The Twenty-First Century's Perilous Debut PART 2: POLITICS IN THE BIBLE9 Defining a Suitable Interpretive Method 10 Charismatic Rule: Israel's First Polity 11 Monarchy: “Like the Other Nationsâ€� 12 Prophetic Politics 13 The Politics of Amos: Idolatrous Nationalism and the Collapse of Moral Leadership 14 The Politics of Hosea: Moral Bankruptcy and Civil Chaos 15 Isaiah: The Majesty of the Holy One as the Nation's Sole Foundation 16 Jeremiah: The Suffering Prophet 17 Ezekiel: Calamity, Ritual Cleansing, and Restoration 18 Isaiah 40â€"55: Exile and the Renewal of Hope 19 Haggai and Zechariah: A Temple-Centered Vision of Restoration 20 The Jewish Commonwealth and a Politics of Accommodation 21 Isaiah 24â€"27, 56â€"66; Ezekiel 38â€"39; Zechariah 9â€"14; Malachi: Dissent and the Dawning of Apocalyptic Politics 22 Sapiential Politics in Proverbs, Sirach, Job, and Ecclesiastes 23 The Apocalyptic Politics of the Book of Daniel and the Dead Sea Scrolls 24 Roman Occupation and Jewish Political Responses 25 The Politics of the New Testament 26 The Politics of Jesus 27 The Politics of the Apostle Paul 28 The Church Accommodates Itself to a World Not About to End 29 The Book of Revelation: A Persecuted Community Seeks Shelter in an Apocalyptic Vision 30 The Politics of the Four Gospels and Acts of the Apostles Epilogue: What Is the Bible's Message for Today? Index of Scripture and Other Ancient Sources Index of Subjects
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Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S. How Luther Became the Reformer
Book SynopsisNo story has been more foundational to triumphalist accounts of Western modernity than that of Martin Luther, the heroic individual, standing before the tribunes of medieval authoritarianism to proclaim his religious and intellectual freedom, Here I stand! How Luther Became the Reformer returns to the birthplace of this...Trade Review"By contrasting the two Luthers, Helmer gives the reader greater insight into the man, his mind-set, and his goals. She presents a refreshing perspective that allows the reader to view Luther, the Reformation(s), Protestantism, and modernity in a new light—one without Luther as its prime mover. Moreover, she poses the question, what if the Catholic Church had embraced Luther's reforms (i.e., Luther as the Catholic reformer)—what, then, would be the fate of modernity? By skillfully situating Luther in his time, this book gives the reader a holistic view of his life and work, making it an excellent addition to the scholar ship on Luther and an essential book for advanced undergraduate and graduate classes." – Religious Studies Review * Religious Studies Review *
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Abingdon Press The Letters of Paul Interpreting Biblical Texts series
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Abingdon Press Readings in Christian Thought Second Edition
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Mainstay Foundation The Shia Identity Persecution Horizons
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Avingtonhouse Publishing A Simple Crash Course on Islam Are the Bibles God and Allah the Same 1 Islam Exposed
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Veleda Press Witches and Pagans
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Saint Andrew Press Scots Confession of 1560
Book SynopsisWritten in the 16th century, this title states the Christian beliefs and principles at the heart of the Reformation. It is suitable for those interested in the Reformation or in Scottish history as a whole.
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St Andrew Press St Giles
Book SynopsisSitting majestically atop the ridge of Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile, St Giles' looks imposingly down upon Scotland's capital. This book tells the story of Scotland's most famous church from its foundation in the 1120s through the 17th-century Prayer Book riot, the writing of the Covenant in 1638, and the executions of Montrose and Argyll.
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Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) Visigoths in the Time of Ulfila
Book SynopsisE.A. Thompson was the author of, among other works, 'The Early Germans' (1965), 'The Goths in Spain' (1969), 'Romans and Barbarians' (1982) and 'Saint Germanus of Auxerre and the End of Roman Britain' (1984).Trade Review'"The Visigoths in the Time of Ulfila" remains one of the best books ever written on the history of any barbarian group of the Roman era. The present edition will allow a new generation of readers to discover as much for themselves.' Michael Kulikowski
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Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) paganandchristianreligiouschangeinearlymedievaleurope
Book SynopsisDavid Petts is Lecturer in Archaeology, University of Durham, UK.Trade ReviewThis slim book successfully invites us to reflect on how we approach the study of religious belief and change with specific reference to the unique and highly significant circumstances of early medieval Europe . . . I like this book and will use it with my students, because it offers a well-reasoned critique and a persuasive way of (re)looking that can be considered across Europe, and it draws on a good range of supporting examples. -- Sally Foster, University of Aberdeen * Medieval Archaeology *This book would be a useful addition to any reading list for courses and modules dealing with conversion in the early Middle Ages. -- Alex Woolf, University of St Andrews, UK * Early Medieval Europe *Table of ContentsAcknowledgements 1. Early medieval religion in context 2. Approaching religion: archaeology and belief 3. Christianity and text 4. Deconstructing paganism 5. Religions in contact Bibliography Index
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Lexington Books Gays and Grays
Book SynopsisGays and Grays tells the story of a unique Catholic parish. Most Holy Redeemer Parish in San Francisco is in the center of the world''s first gay neighborhood, The Castro. This parish was the center of the hostility to the arriving gay population in the 1970s; but paradoxically was itself transformed into a welcoming parish. The old time parishioners, the gray, bonded with the new comers, the gay, particularly in a joint compassionate response to the crisis of AIDS. A charismatic pastor, FR Tony McGuire also played a key role in the transformation of this interesting parish. Most Holy Redeemer was changed from a dying parish to a vital place where gay and straight people together created something new. Father Donal Godfrey shows how this parish became prophetic and compassionate, through conflict and compromise at times; despite opposition from many sources, including the institutionalized homophobia of the church and society. Rather than becoming embittered, the parish opened up toTrade ReviewGays and Grays is a fascinating history of a congregation in a changing neighborhood that decides to continue ministering to its existing congregation (the grays) while including a radically new constituency (the gays), and grow numerically in the process. In some ways this book could be a handbook on organizational change: Godfrey gives the reader intimate details of the step by step process through which the leadership of the congregation, clergy and lay, took initiative, resisted restraining forces, and stayed faithful to its missions (to gay and gray). What is special about this book is that it does not see change as happening through a single denouement that sets everything on the path to fulfillment; rather it documents the many, many actions and accomplishments needed to finally add up to significant change. The book is rich with understanding of the various voices within the gay community, the complexity of the Catholic Church (including the Archdiocese and Rome), and the interconnectedness of this congregation with other churches and groups with the community. If you’re looking for a good read, deeper understanding of the gay community in San Francisco, how to initiate and carry out change in a congregation, this is the book for you. -- Speed LeasGays and Grays tells the story of a colorful community of Catholic Christians that in theory cannot exist but which maintains a vibrant ministry in a community where it doesn't seem to fit. Donal Godfrey has given an important gift to all who care about congregations and their ability to adapt to changing communities. It belongs in the libraries of bishops, seminaries and students of congregational life in America across the usual lines of denomination and sexual orientation. -- William McKinney, President Emeritus, Pacific School of ReligionGays and Grays provides an excellent local history of Catholic culture and gay and lesbian issues. * Church History: Studies in Christianity and Culture *This book shows how a very ordinary parish has shown remarkable pastoral strength in very changed and often hard times. -- Fergus O'Donoghue S.J. * Studies 2008 *Donal Godfrey has wriitne a loving portrait. . . . This study is filled with surprising stories and everyday heroes. . . . Godfrey has written a sensitive study that gives ample material for reflection on what it means to be church. * American Catholic Studies, Fall 2008 *Those who love Most Holy Redeemer Parish, a group far more widespread than those lucky enough to be regular worshippers there, will be delighted to have this gem of a history. It chronicles how a 'run of the mill parish' became a globally-known mission outpost. More than that, MHR found itself, through dark decades, keeping alive the deep and tender hopes of many gay people and their straight friends and relatives that the Catholic institutional structure might one day catch up with the richest directions of its own Faith. And MHR did, and does, this by manifesting that what is theoretically impossible, a normally Catholic and normally gay life of faith, is not only possible, but appears to be especially blessed by the Holy Spirit. Donal Godfrey, a master in the art of letting many different voices speak, has given us more than a record of the warts-and-all history of the parish, lovingly researched and readably retold: he offers us a theological witness to the work of the One who makes all things new. -- James Alison, priest, theologian, and authorTable of ContentsChapter 1 The First Eighty Years Chapter 2 Fr Anthony McGuire Chapter 3 Bearing Witness in a Time of AIDS Chapter 4 Father Zachary Shore Chapter 5 A Queer Sanctuary?
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Simon & Schuster The Wheel of Time The Shamans of Ancient Mexico
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