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A Guide For Women In Religion, Revised Edition
by Mary E. Hunt Kecia Ali Monique MoultrieSignificantly updated and expanded, this indispensable resource offers students and scholars alike real advice in navigating the ever-changing academic landscape. Offering practical guidance on graduate school, dissertation-writing, job interviews, promotions, retirement, publications, conferences, and so much more, this is the essential resource.
A Guide for Writing About Theology and Religion
by Mari Rapela HeidtEven the best students can improve upon their writing skills, and A Guide for Writing About Theology and Religion gives them the means to do so. This indispensable resource reviews the basics necessary for good scholarly religion writing, including how to correctly cite texts from various traditions; how to refer to people and rituals properly; and what common grammar, punctuation, and usage errors to avoid. Appendices provide listings of additional resources as well as a useful paper-writing checklist for students.
Guide Me Home: A Novel
by Kim Vogel SawyerWorking in the massive cave might allow Rebekah the chance to bring joy back to her family.But will it claim more than it gives? After tragedy leaves its mark on Rebekah Hardin's family, she plans to help her parents and six siblings honor her beloved brother's memory and alleviate their poverty by working as a guide in the dangerous cave system. Kentucky's renowned Mammoth Cave presents profitable opportunities in for hardworking, capable men. But Rebekah is determined and if it means presenting herself as a himself, then she's up to the job. Under the wing of experienced guide Tolly Sanford, "Reb" begins to learn the complexities of the cave and the two are joined by an aspiring young cartographer, Devlin Bale. The university student has traveled to the hill country to map tunnels--not to fall for a girl in disguise. Can the God who designed miles of underground astonishment shape Devlin's ambitious plans and free Reb from the weight from the past? From the Trade Paperback edition.
Guide My Feet
by Marian Wright EdelmanThe founder of the Children's Defense Fund and author of The Measure of Our Success presents prayers and meditations to inspire all those, such as parents, teachers, and ministers, who work on the behalf of children.Marian Wright Edelman, founder and president of the Children's Defense Fund, is one of the most important moral leaders in America. Her first book, The Measure of Our Success was a #1 New York Times bestseller--spending 16 weeks on the list, selling more than 450,000 copies and garnering spectacular praise from Hillary Clinton, Maya Angelou, and Oprah Winfrey. Guide My Feet continues her crusade for the well-being of America's children by providing a counterweight to the lesson society is teaching this generation of children--to be soulless takers instead of empowered givers.Guide My Feet is a collection of prayers and meditations gathered from Edelman's own holiday rituals and experiences and the writings of such inspiring leaders as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Gandhi, and Frederick Douglass. It urges readers to commit to and pray for strength and patience, and offers solace and direction for parents troubled by the commercialism and violence running rampant in today's society. Filled with wisdom, compassion and understanding, it provides an important spiritual and moral resource all caregivers can turn to as they strive to instill values, integrity, self-discipline and faith in children.
The Guide of the Perplexed, Volume 1
by Moses MaimonidesThis monument of rabbinical exegesis written at the end of the twelfth century has exerted an immense and continuing influence upon Jewish thought. This edition contains extensive introductions by Shlomo Pines and Leo Strauss, leading authorities on Maimonides.
The Guide of the Perplexed, Volume 1
by Moses MaimonidesThis monument of rabbinical exegesis written at the end of the twelfth century has exerted an immense and continuing influence upon Jewish thought. Its aim is to liberate people from the tormenting perplexities arising from their understanding of the Bible according only to its literal meaning. This edition contains extensive introductions by Shlomo Pines and Leo Strauss, a leading authority on Maimonides.
The Guide of the Perplexed, Volume 2
by Moses MaimonidesThis monument of rabbinical exegesis written at the end of the twelfth century has exerted an immense and continuing influence upon Jewish thought. Its aim is to liberate people from the tormenting perplexities arising from their understanding of the Bible according only to its literal meaning. This edition contains extensive introductions by Shlomo Pines and Leo Strauss, a leading authority on Maimonides.
A Guide to a Better You: 20 Transformative Questions to Deepen Your Faith and Change Your Life
by ZondervanGrow in your spiritual life and live more like Jesus.A Guide to a Better You includes 20 sections, 50 prompts, and journaling space to help you better understand the Bible, become more like Jesus, and reflect on continued growth in all aspects of your life.What if you could expand your spiritual life and live more like Jesus? Have you wondered how to find ways to grow in all aspects of your faith journey as you become the best version of yourself? A Guide to a Better You is an interactive tool that will help you deepen your faith and guide you toward a more enriching spiritual life. A Guide to a Better You is organized into 20 sections, includes 50 prompts, ample space to write, and bullet journaling pages. The readings focus on questions such as:How can I develop persistence?What does and does not require forgiveness?How do I build connection between generations?How should I handle pressure?How can I take godly criticism?How can I participate in God's work? After reading, you will:identify steps to interpret the Bible.create an authentic and intentional existence in your everyday interactions and routines.make wiser decisions.recognize intentional sins and how you can do better.reflect on how you can continue to grow as a better person in your home life, career, and other areas of your life. If you are seeking a deeper relationship with God and looking for a way you can be part of God's work, A Guide to a Better You is a perfect next step. You can use this complete interactive guide independently or as part of a small group. A Guide to a Better You is also a thoughtful gift you can give to loved ones or friends for birthdays or as a holiday gift.
A Guide to Afterlife Communication: How to Heal from Loss and Connect with Your Loved Ones on the Other Side
by Audrey Sloan TateConnect with and honor those who have passed on with this insightful guideAlthough your loved one is physically gone, their spirit remains with you every day. This guide explores the afterlife, connecting you to those who have passed on and helping you heal by receiving support from the deceased as you mourn them. Processing grief can be a complex and long process, but you can begin to make peace by becoming receptive to contact, receiving communication, and honoring your loved one's spirit and presence alongside you.Sensing loved ones—Explore the ways Spirit can communicate through our senses: hearing, sight, taste, smell, touch, and feeling their emotions or presence.Tools and rituals—Discover a variety of physical tools and meaningful rituals to help you remember the deceased, connect with their spirit in the afterlife, and ease your mourning process.Sign interpretation—Refer to an A-to-Z list of common and more advanced signs from the afterlife, along with real-life examples of how you may experience them.Build a connection to those who have passed on to the afterlife with this compassionate guide.
A Guide to Bible Basics
by Tyler MayfieldWhat's actually in the Bible? Where do we find the story of Moses or Jesus's Parable of the Prodigal Son? Who are the main characters in the books of Joshua and Acts? A Guide to Bible Basics provides a summary and chapter outline of each biblical book to facilitate comprehension of its fundamental story and subject matter. This accessible and concise book presents the basic content of the Bible with the conviction that readers first need some level of comprehension of the Bible's stories, poetry, regulations, and teachings before addressing theological, historical, and literary concerns for its relevance today. Tyler Mayfield discusses important people, places, and terms so that the reader can quickly see the primary focus. This book can be used alone to help readers in their knowledge of the Bible and is great for beginners or those in need of a refresher course.
A Guide to Biblical Commentaries and Reference Works: 10th Edition
by John F. EvansA Guide to Biblical Commentaries and Reference Works, by John F. Evans, summarizes and briefly analyzes all recent and many older commentaries on each book of the Bible, giving insightful comments on the approach of each commentary and its interpretive usefulness especially for evangelical interpreters of the Bible. A Guide to Biblical Commentaries and Reference Works is essentially an annotated bibliography of hundreds of commentators. More scholarly books receive a longer, more detailed treatment than do lay commentaries, and highly recommended commentaries have their author’s names in bold. The author keeps up on the publication of commentaries and intends to update this book every three to four years.
A Guide to Biblical Commentaries and Reference Works, 11th Edition
by null John F. EvansA Guide to Biblical Commentaries and Reference Works, 11th Edition by John F. Evans, summarizes and briefly analyzes all recent and many older commentaries on each book of the Bible, giving insightful comments on the approach of each commentary and its usefulness for biblical interpretation. The easy-to-use book provides analysis in canonical order and includes helpful appendices for compiling a personal research library. A Guide to Biblical Commentaries and Reference Works, 11th Edition, is a key reference tool for any student of the Bible--pastors, laity, and scholars alike.
A Guide to Biblical Hebrew Syntax
by John H. Choi Bill T. ArnoldA Guide to Biblical Hebrew Syntax introduces and abridges the syntactical features of the original language of the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament. An intermediate-level reference grammar for Biblical Hebrew, it assumes an understanding of elementary phonology and morphology, and it defines and illustrates the fundamental syntactical features of Biblical Hebrew that most intermediate-level readers struggle to master. The volume divides Biblical Hebrew syntax and morphology, into four parts. The first three cover the individual words (nouns, verbs, and particles) with the goal of helping the reader move from morphological and syntactical observations to meaning and significance. The fourth section moves beyond phrase-level phenomena and considers the larger relationships of clauses and sentences. Since publication of the First Edition, research on Biblical Hebrew syntax has substantially evolved. This new edition incorporates these developments through detailed descriptions of grammatical phenomena from a linguistics approach. It retains the labels and terminology used in the First Edition to maintain continuity with the majority of entry-level and more advanced grammars.
A Guide to Biblical Sites in Greece and Turkey
by Clyde E. Fant Mitchell G. ReddishIn A Guide to Biblical Sites in Greece and Turkey, two well-known, well-traveled biblical scholars offer a fascinating historical and archaeological guide to these sites. The authors reveal countless new insights into the biblical text while reliably guiding the traveler through every significant location mentioned in the Bible. The book completely traces the journeys of the Apostle Paul across Turkey (ancient Asia Minor), Greece, Cyprus, and all the islands of the Mediterranean. <p><p>A description of the location and history of each site is given, followed by an intriguing discussion of its biblical significance. Clearly written and in non-technical language, the work links the latest in biblical research with recent archaeological findings. A visit to the site is described, complete with easy-to-follow walking directions, indicating the major items of archaeological interest. Detailed site maps, historical charts, and maps of the regions are integrated into the text, and a glossary of terms is provided.
The Guide to Buddhist Counseling
by Kin Cheung LeeBuddhist concepts and practices have become increasingly popular and integrated into professional psychology. This book is the first to propose a theoretical orientation for counseling based on Early Buddhist teaching, and introduce it to counseling professionals for use in mental health treatment and practice. Lee begins his book by outlining the essential concepts required to understand the Buddhist view of human nature and the world. He presents the Buddhist counseling model and suggests practices for the spiritual advancement of counselors, including self-cultivation plans, contemplative exercises, and different types of meditation. Lastly, he discusses how to apply the model in assessment, conceptualization, and intervention, and uses several case examples to illustrate the actual process. As a go-to book in Buddhist counseling, this book is a valuable resource for Buddhist chaplains, counselors, and mental health professionals interested in using Buddhism in their clinical practice, as well as graduate students in religious studies and counseling.
A Guide to Christian Ambition: Using Career, Politics, and Culture to Influence the World
by Hugh HewittHugh Hewitt has worked for and with people in some of the most powerful and influential positions in the country. He knows what is required to reach and thrive in such positions, and in this book he shares some of that valuable, hard-won knowledge.A Guide to Christian Ambition provides readers with valuable insights, wisdom, personal experiences, and advice on how to rise in the world and achieve the kind of radical success that honors God.
The Guide to Enlightenment: Why the Teacher Still Matters in Buddhism Today
by Allison Choying Zangmo Carolyn KanjuroNavigate the transformative potential of the student-teacher relationship with advice and personal stories from two female Buddhist teachers with decades of experience working with spiritual guides.Taking a spiritual path that genuinely transforms our lives is no easy task. It engages the deepest parts of ourselves, and there are many pitfalls and ravines that can carry us away on this sometimes treacherous path. A spiritual guide who is genuine and experienced is vital for navigating such obstacles--someone to give perspective, someone to trust, someone to light the way. The teacher-student relationship has been a core part of Buddhism from the time of the Buddha and his first disciples over 2,500 years ago, and it continues to be central to navigating a spiritual path of meditation and reflection. In this intimate collection of personal stories and advice, Allison Choying Zangmo and Carolyn Kanjuro team up to reflect on their experiences as longtime practitioners of Buddhism, their own unique relationships with their partners who are also their spiritual guides, and to celebrate and uphold the transformative power of the student-teacher relationship. As both students and leaders in their Buddhist communities, Allison and Carolyn share insights into how we can successfully interpret traditional Buddhist understandings of spiritual mentorship for today&’s world. From guidance on how to find a teacher to how to face issues of miscommunication and confrontation, Kanjuro and Zangmo help readers consider their own goals and emotional boundaries as a starting point for building a positive new spiritual connection.
The Guide to Gethsemane: Anxiety, Suffering, Death (Perspectives in Continental Philosophy)
by Emmanuel FalqueAlready widely debated upon its publication in French, this book offers a provocative account of Christ’s Passion in terms not of faith but of a “credible Christianity” that can remain meaningful to nonbelievers.For Falque, anxiety, suffering, and death are not simply the “ills” of our society but the essential horizon of what we confront as humans. Doubtful of Heidegger’s famous statement that the notion of salvation renders Christians unable authentically to experience anxiety in the face of death, Falque explores the Passion with a radical emphasis on the physicality and corporeality of Christ’s suffering and death, and on continuities with the mortality of our bodies. Written in the wake of a friend’s death, Falques’s study is theologically and philosophically rigorous, yet engagingly written and deeply humane.
Guide to God
by Amy Ng WongThe following quotes come from the author: "This book contains hundreds of Bible verses that describe the character qualities, or attributes, of God. You'll be amazed as you meet Him in all His power, glory, and love--as you meet God, from A to Z. Note: The verses used in this book have been carefully selected from a number of Bible translations--whichever translation best brought out the attribute of God under consideration." The author adds her own thoughts and non-Biblical material to more fully explain these Godly characteristics. "This list of God's attributes and this list of references can never be complete--God is infinite and there is infinitely more about which to praise the holy, one and only, Lord our God."
A Guide to Haunted New England: Tales from Mount Washington to the Newport Cliffs (Haunted America)
by Thomas D'Agostino&“Fun, charming . . . includes not only locales with reported ghosts, but also sites with macabre (though not haunted) histories&” (True Crime Librarian). Visitors and New England natives alike will see a new side of the region through Thomas D&’Agostino&’s road trip guidebook. He captures the reader&’s imagination with folklore and anecdotes, plus recommendations useful for any traveler. This guide uncovers lingering spirits across all six states in the region, from the victims of alchemy gone awry in the White Mountains, to wraiths in the Berkshires, to the ghosts of drowned sailors in Mystic, Connecticut. Enjoy these retellings of classic New England ghost stories and discover obscure ones, and then go visit the spooky sights for yourself. Includes photos! &“Anyone interested in exploring the haunted, macabre and abandoned throughout New England knows they can count on D&’Agostino to find out more about the site&’s history, past sightings and how to find them.&” —Mobile Rving
A Guide to Interpreting Scripture: Context, Harmony, and Application
by Michael KyomyaAccording to Dr. Michael Kyomya, misconceptions about what the Bible actually says can breed confusion and false ideas about God and the Christian life. Therefore, it is critically important that you know how to interpret Scripture carefully. Dr. Michael Kyomya explains what interpretation is, why it is important, how to do it, and the pitfalls to avoid. He illustrates his points with examples from his own experience and from sermons he has heard in Africa. Dr. Kyomya makes it clear that interpretation is not just something for scholars, but also is useful when preparing a sermon or a Sunday school lesson, as well as in your own personal study of the Bible. The writing is simple and clear, and the illustrations are both amusing and informative. Full of ways to enrich personal study of the Bible, this guide will equip you with the knowledge and instruction you need.
A Guide to Interpreting Scripture: Context, Harmony, and Application (Hippo Ser.)
by Michael KyomyaAccording to Dr. Michael Kyomya, misconceptions about what the Bible actually says can breed confusion and false ideas about God and the Christian life. Therefore, it is critically important that you know how to interpret Scripture carefully. Dr. Michael Kyomya explains what interpretation is, why it is important, how to do it, and the pitfalls to avoid. He illustrates his points with examples from his own experience and from sermons he has heard in Africa. Dr. Kyomya makes it clear that interpretation is not just something for scholars, but also is useful when preparing a sermon or a Sunday school lesson, as well as in your own personal study of the Bible. The writing is simple and clear, and the illustrations are both amusing and informative. Full of ways to enrich personal study of the Bible, this guide will equip you with the knowledge and instruction you need.
A Guide to Jewish Practice: Tzedaka
by David A. TeutschShifting attitudes and practices in the Jewish philanthropic here have resulted in a call for deeper thinking about the by and how of charitable giving. This slim volume responds to that call...
A Guide to Jewish Practice: Ethics of Speech
by David A. TeutschThe way we use speech can build or destroy our communities. Language may be the most powerful single tool that contemporary people have. This volume provides a moral framework for using that tool.
A Guide to Jewish Prayer
by Adin SteinsaltzOne of the world's most famous and respected rabbis has given us the one guide we need to practice Jewish prayer and understand the prayer book. From the origins and meaning of prayer to a step-by-step explanation of the daily services to the reason you're not supposed to chat with your friends during the service, Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz answers many of the questions likely to arise about Jewish prayer. Here are chapters on daily prayer; Sabbath prayer; prayer services for the holidays; the yearly cycle of synagogue Bible readings; the history and make-up of the synagogue; the different prayer rites for Ashkenazim, Sephardim, Yemenites, and other cultural/geographic groupings; the role of the rabbi and the cantor in the synagogue; and the role of music in the service. The book also contains a glossary, a bibliography, and biographical sketches of the rabbis who were instrumental in creating and ordering the prayers through the ages. Rabbi Steinsaltz's guide is an essential volume both for the newcomer to Jewish prayer and for those who have been engaged in prayer for years. From the Hardcover edition.