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In this wide-ranging study, Hyung Il Pai examines how archaeological finds from throughout Northeast Asia have been used in Korea to construct a myth of state formation. This myth emphasizes the ancient development of a pure Korean race that created a civilization rivaling those of China and Japan and a unified state controlling a wide area in Asia. Through a new analysis of the archaeological data, Pai shows that the Korean state was in fact formed much later and that it reflected diverse influences from throughout Northern Asia, particularly the material culture of Han China. Her deconstruction of the uses of the archaeological finds by nationalistic historians reveals how they have been utilized to legitimate Korean nationalism and a particular form of national identity.

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This study is an exploration of how Cyril of Jerusalem constructed Christian identity for those who were preparing to enter into full communion with the church at Easter. In order to include the full catechetical teachings of the fourth-century hagiopolite tradition, the study examined the history of liturgy arguments against Cyrillian authorship of the Mystagogic Catecheses and has found, based upon the most recent scholarship, no reason to date the text to after Cyril’s bishopric. Having also used codicological and textual critical analysis to support the claim of Cyrillian authorship, the study argues for a different preferred manuscript tradition than what is presented in the critical edition. Since Cyril provided an identity-clarifying attribute for the new Christians to associate with each of the rites of initiation, the study looks at the scholarly literature regarding Cyril’s sacramental theology. Taking the Jerusalem catechetical writings as a pedagogical unit and examining it through word studies and flow-of-thought analysis, this study constructs a new model for Cyril’s sacramental theology based upon his doctrine of theosis, which has not been examined with sufficient academic rigor to date. It demonstrates that not only does Cyril have a fully-developed doctrine of theosis, but his expression of theosis is Trinitarian, sacramental, and inseparable from his ethical and identity forming teachings.

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The information age owes its existence to a little-known but crucial development, the theoretical study of logic and the foundations of mathematics. The Great Formal Machinery Works draws on original sources and rare archival materials to trace the history of the theories of deduction and computation that laid the logical foundations for the digital revolution. Jan von Plato examines the contributions of figures such as Aristotle; the nineteenth-century German polymath Hermann Grassmann; George Boole, whose Boolean logic would prove essential to programming languages and computing; Ernst Schroder, best known for his work on algebraic logic; and Giuseppe Peano, cofounder of mathematical logic. Von Plato shows how the idea of a formal proof in mathematics emerged gradually in the second half of the nineteenth century, hand in hand with the notion of a formal process of computation. A turning point was reached by 1930, when Kurt Godel conceived his celebrated incompleteness theorems. They were an enormous boost to the study of formal languages and computability, which were brought to perfection by the end of the 1930s with precise theories of formal languages and formal deduction and parallel theories of algorithmic computability. Von Plato describes how the first theoretical ideas of a computer soon emerged in the work of Alan Turing in 1936 and John von Neumann some years later. Shedding new light on this crucial chapter in the history of science, The Great Formal Machinery Works is essential reading for students and researchers in logic, mathematics, and computer science.

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World-famous bodybuilder Steve Michalik - Mr. USA, Mr. America and M. Universe - and professional golf coach Michael Manavian team up and share their lifetime of knowledge and skill in this powerful new book, ATOMIC GOLF. Their numerous accomplishments and extensive experience led them to develop the concept for the Atomic Gold - a system that joins Michalik's undeniably effective methods of mind-body training with Manavian's unique techniques for creating the perfect golf swing. Be forewarned, this dynamic duo's approach destroys many PGA-perpetuated myths about the way golf is played and won! Michalik and Manavian firmly believe that a clear mind, a fit body and correct technique are equally important to success. The Atomic Gold System trains you to attain all three. Its method compresses the time, energy and training that it would normally take you to improve your game and propels you years' ahead without the detours or dead ends found with traditional instruction. You will be a better, more powerful golfer in a shorter period of time. This comprehensive guide to the psychological, physical, and technical aspects of learning to play golf to your full potential is clearly laid out with a section on each.

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First published in 1996, this irreplaceable resource has now been updated, revised, and expanded by Kristine Stiles to represent thirty countries and more than one hundred new artists. Stiles has added forty images and a diverse roster of artists, including many who have emerged since the 1980s, such as Julie Mehretu, Carrie Mae Weems, Damien Hirst, Shirin Neshat, Cai Guo-Qian, Olafur Eliasson, Matthew Barney, and Takashi Murakami. The writings, which as before take the form of artists' statements, interviews, and essays, make vivid each artist's aesthetic approach and capture the flavor and intent of his or her work. The internationalism evident in this revised edition reflects the growing interest in the vitality of contemporary art throughout the world from the U.S. and Europe to the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Australia.

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Desinformation, Fake News zerstören Vertrauen und ver- oder behindern die rekonstruktive Konstruktion von Wirklichkeit mit weitreichenden Folgen für das individuelle Lernen und das gesellschaftliche Handeln. Die Arbeit beschreibt und definiert vor dem Hintergrund einer theoretisch-analytischen Auseinandersetzung mit dem Wahrheitsbegriff das Realphänomen der Fake News. Im empirischen Teil wird die deutschsprachige Impfkommunikation der Jahre 2018-2019 in ausgewählten Printmedien und auf YouTube im Rahmen einer Inhaltsanalyse unter anderem auf Fake News hin untersucht. Ebenfalls wird die Moral Foundations Theory genutzt, um moralische Inhaltsbezüge zu dekodieren und ihren Zusammenhang mit Fake News herzustellen. Kapitel zur Gesundheitskommunikation und zur Geschichte der Impfgegner bieten weiteren Kontext zur Deutung der Ergebnisse.

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Jenseits etatistischer und territorialer Modellräume entwickelt Reik Kirchhof eine soziologische Theorie der normativen Ordnung und des Rechts und rekonstruiert mit neuer Theoriesprache das traditionelle Narrativ der Islamwissenschaft über die Scharia. Die Beobachtungstheorie eröffnet außergewöhnliche Erkenntnisräume, in denen sich bisher unversöhnliche Positionen zu historischen Beobachtungen des islamischen Rechts sinnvoll zusammenführen lassen, aber auch gegenwärtige Phänomene des Islams in einem neuen Licht erscheinen. Mit seiner theoretischen Grundlagenforschung möchte der Autor die Reflexionsleistung der Islamwissenschaft erhöhen und neue Forschungsperspektiven aufzeigen, die eine Islam-Westen-Differenz überwinden.

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The Short Story of the Universe is a new introduction to the subject of the universe. Covering 130 key components that make it up - from dwarf galaxies and spiral arms to red giants and the planets of the solar sytem - and linking these to the universe's structure and the theories that help us understand it, this book simplifies this riveting yet mind-boggling subject, telling the story of how it came into being and how it will eventually be no more. Accessible and concise, generously illustrated throughout, and with all the essential information presented without jargon, readers are given all the tools they need to enjoy the fascinating history of the deepest depths of the universe.

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Das theologische Werk Johann Andreas Quenstedts, des letzten groÃen Vertreters der lutherischen Hochorthodoxie, wird im Blick auf die gegenwärtige Diskussion um die Perspektiven einer Biblischen Theologie und Kanontheorie interpretiert. Leitend ist dabei ein pragmatischer Verstehensbegriff, der anhand der Sprach- und Lebensphilosophie der "Philosophischen Untersuchungen" Ludwig Wittgensteins gewonnen wird. Von diesem Verstehensbegriff ausgehend wird die Lehre von der Wirksamkeit der Schrift als Zentrum der Schriftlehre und Theologie Quenstedts interpretiert. Das Verstehen der Bibel als Heiliger Schrift ist ein in der Praxis des Glaubens sich vollziehendes Verstehen, in dem der Heilige Geist durch den Text der Heiligen Schrift Glauben bewirkt. Daher ruht die ganze Schriftlehre auf der Pneumatologie auf. Dies gilt auch fÃ"r die Inspirationslehre, die als pneumatologische Texttheorie interpretiert wird.Die DurchfÃ"hrung dieser systematisch entfalteten Schriftlehre Quenstedts scheitert jedoch in der materialen Dogmatik. Hier werden biblische Texte ohne Bezug auf die Praxis des Glaubens aufeinander bezogen und theologische Lehrsätze aus ihnen deduziert. Ursache dieses Scheiterns ist nicht die vielfach kritisierte Inspirationslehre, sondern vielmehr eine problematische Verhältnisbestimmung von Theologie und Glaubenspraxis. Diese Aporie im Blick nimmt die Arbeit die positiven Implikationen der Schriftlehre Quenstedts auf und formuliert Thesen fÃ"r ein Verstehen der Bibel als Heiliger Schrift in der Gegenwart.

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Explore the curiosities of our galaxy with this comprehensive, digestible guide to astronomy!Too often, textbooks obscure the beauty and wonder of outer space with tedious discourse that even Galileo would oppose. Astronomy 101 cuts out the boring details and lengthy explanations, and instead, gives you a lesson in astronomy that keeps you engaged as you discover what's hidden beyond our starry sky. From the Big Bang and nebulae to the Milky Way and Sir Isaac Newton, this celestial primer is packed with hundreds of entertaining astronomy facts, charts, and photographs you won't be able to get anywhere else. So whether you’re looking to unravel the mystery behind black holes, or just want to learn more about your favorite planets, Astronomy 101 has all the answers—even the ones you didn’t know you were looking for.

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This is a book about ideas. Specifically, this is a book about the evolution of a certain set of ideas, and how these ideas have come to dominate every important discussion about race, gender, and identity today. Have you heard someone refer to language as literal violence, or say that science is sexist? Or declare that being obese is healthy, or that there is no such thing as biological sex? Or that valuing hard work, individualism, and even punctuality is evidence of white supremacy? Or that only certain people—depending on their race, gender, or identity—should be allowed to wear certain clothes or hairstyles, cook certain foods, write certain characters, or play certain roles? If so, then you’ve encountered these ideas. As this reader-friendly adaptation of the internationally acclaimed bestseller Cynical Theories explains, however, the truth is that many of these ideas are recent inventions, are not grounded in scientific fact, and do not account for the sheer complexity of social reality and human experience. In fact, these beliefs often deny and even undermine the very principles on which liberal democratic societies are built—the very ideas that have allowed for unprecedented human progress, lifted standards of living across the world, and given us the opportunity and right to consider and debate these ideas in the first place! Ultimately, this is a book about what it truly means to have a just and equal society—and how best to get there.Cynical Theories is a Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestseller. Named a 2020 Book of the Year by The Times, Sunday Times, and Financial Times, it is being translated into more than fifteen languages.

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Presented here are four major theories behind the functioning of the world's presses: (1) the Authoritarian theory, which developed in the late Renaissance and was based on the idea that truth is the product of a few wise men; (2) the Libertarian theory, which arose from the works of men like Milton, Locke, Mill, and Jefferson and avowed that the search for truth is one of man's natural rights; (3) the Social Responsibility theory of the modern day: equal radio and television time for political candidates, the obligations of the newspaper in a one-paper town, etc.; (4) the Soviet Communist theory, an expanded and more positive version of the old Authoritarian theory.

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Papus s Elementary Treatise of Occult Science was one of the most influential books in the modern history of occultism. Never before published in English, this work explores a fascinating interpretation of the history of the world and develops a powerful approach to decoding esoteric symbolism, a crucial skill for contemporary occultists. Papus also provides a stunning analysis of ancient mysteries, including Hermeticism, Kabbalah, theurgy, magic, alchemy, theosophy, sacred geometry, the tetragrammaton, the pyramids, and much more. This premium hardcover edition will open the contemporary occultist s eyes to the ideas of one of history s most profound magical thinkers.

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Einsteins religiös-weltanschauliche Ãberzeugungen haben seine naturwissenschaftliche Arbeit maÃgeblich mitbestimmt und erst ermöglicht. Markus MÃ"hling untersucht das Wechselverhältnis zwischen religiös-weltanschaulichen Gehalten und naturwissenschaftlicher Theoriebildung Albert Einsteins erstmals in umfassender, historisch-kritischer Darstellungsweise. Die religiös-weltanschaulichen Ãberzeugungen Einsteins lassen sich so in ihrer Entwicklung in einem neuen Licht erkennen.Besonderes Augenmerk kommt philosophisch-theologischen EinflÃ"ssen Einsteins von seiner Jugendzeit bis zum Abschluss der Allgemeinen Relativitätstheorie zu. Die historisch-kritische Darstellung dieses Wechselverhältnisses wird ergänzt durch eine systematische Darstellung des Wirklichkeitsverständnisses Einsteins sowie um Ãberlegungen der funktionalen Bestimmung zwischen religiös-weltanschaulichen Ãberzeugungen und naturwissenschaftlicher Arbeit. Es zeigt sich, dass bisher angenommene weltanschauliche EinflÃ"sse auf Einsteins Arbeit neu bewertet werden mÃ"ssen. Beispielsweise wurde die Rolle Spinozas weit Ã"berschätzt, die Humes und Schopenhauers wurde umgekehrt weit unterschätzt. MÃ"hling nimmt auch eine Neubewertung der Sichtweise der Quantentheorie in Einsteins Denken vor.FÃ"r Theologen, Physiker und Philosophen, die am interdisziplinären Dialog interessiert sind, leistet dieses Buch einen unumgänglichen Beitrag, indem es die Erforschung des Wirklichkeitsverständnisses Einsteins auf ein neues Niveau stellt und Voraussetzungen fÃ"r einen zukÃ"nftigen Dialog zwischen Theologie und Naturwissenschaft öffnet.

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