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The Power of Oral Culture in Education: Theorizing Proverbs, Idioms, and Folklore Tales
by Ardavan Eizadirad Njoki Nathani WaneThis volume explores the importance of inter-generational oral culture and stories that transcend time, space, and boundaries transmitted historically from one generation to the next through proverbs, idioms, and folklore tales in different geographical and spatial contexts. These important stories and their embedded life lessons are introduced, explained, and supplemented with pre and post educational activities and lesson plans to be used as learning resources. The centering of orality as a tool and medium for educating the future generation is a reclamation and reaffirmation of Indigeneity, Indigenous knowledges. and non-hegemonic approaches to support students in a socio-culturally sustaining manner. Through this understanding, this book explores the interconnectedness between culture, traditions, language, and way of life through oral storytelling, sharing, and listening.
The Power of Oratory in the Medieval Muslim World
by Linda G. JonesOratory and sermons had a fixed place in the religious and civic rituals of pre-modern Muslim societies and were indispensible for transmitting religious knowledge, legitimizing or challenging rulers, and inculcating the moral values associated with being part of the Muslim community. While there has been abundant scholarship on medieval Christian and Jewish preaching, Linda G. Jones's book is the first to consider the significance of the tradition of pulpit oratory in the medieval Islamic world. Traversing Iberia and North Africa from the twelfth to the fifteenth centuries, the book analyzes the power of oratory, the ritual juridical and rhetorical features of pre-modern sermons, and the social profiles of the preachers and orators who delivered them. The biographical and historical sources, which form the basis of this remarkable study, offer abundant proof of cultural exchange between al-Andalus and the eastern regions of the Islamic empires, as preachers traveled back and forth between the great cities of Cordoba, Qayrawan, Baghdad, and Cairo. In this way, the book sheds light on different regional practices and the juridical debates between individual preachers around correct performance.
The Power of Parable: How Fiction by Jesus Became Fiction about Jesus
by John Dominic CrossanIn 1969, I was teaching at two seminaries in the Chicago area. One of my courses was on the parables by Jesus and the other was on the resurrection stories about Jesus. I had observed that the parabolic stories by Jesus seemed remarkably similar to the resurrection stories about Jesus. Were the latter intended as parables just as much as the former? Had we been reading parable, presuming history, and misunderstanding both? -from The Power of Parable So begins the quest of renowned Jesus scholar John Dominic Crossan as he unlocks the true meanings and purposes of parable in the Bible so that modern Christians can respond genuinely to Jesus's call to fully participate in the kingdom of God. In The Power of Parable, Crossan examines Jesus's parables and identifies what he calls the "challenge parable" as Jesus's chosen teaching tool for gently urging his followers to probe, question, and debate the ideological absolutes of religious faith and the presuppositions of social, political, and economic traditions. Moving from parables by Jesus to parables about Jesus, Crossan then presents the four gospels as "megaparables." By revealing how the gospels are not reflections of the actual biography of Jesus but rather (mis)interpretations by the gospel writers themselves, Crossan reaffirms the power of parables to challenge and enable us to co-create with God a world of justice, love, and peace.
The Power of Place: Choosing Stability in a Rootless Age
by Daniel GrotheAcclaimed teaching pastor Daniel Grothe speaks to the sense of loneliness that many feel in today's age of hypermobility and noncommittal wandering, reminding us of the ancient vow of stability and teaching us how we can lead a richer life of friendship, community, and purpose.Unlike previous generations that had to stay put, many people today have unprecedented access to a lifestyle of mobility. We can explore and bounce from place to place, never settling down or making anywhere home. And while it feels freeing to be able to try something new whenever we want--whether it's a new job, a new city, a new group of friends, or even a new church--somewhere along the way, we discover we're missing something. We may be paying our bills and have a roof over our heads, but we're lonely and unfulfilled, disconnected and unsatisfied. What's that all about? What is the missing piece?In The Power of Place, pastor Daniel Grothe speaks to the human ache for home and makes a countercultural case for staying put. He calls us to reject the myth of Christian individuality and instead embrace the richness of commitment and community, arguing that we must stay in one place as long as we can, plant our lives, and let roots take hold. Because only then can we experience the deep fulfillment, friendship, and fruitfulness God created us for.
The Power of Positive Energy: Everything You Need to Awaken Your Soul, Raise Your Vibration, and Manifest an Inspired Life
by Tanaaz ChubbFrom the founder of ForeverConscious.com comes a guide to cultivating positive feelings and projecting positive energy.Positive energy creates positive outcomes. But how do you get the good vibes going? It all comes down to understanding and embracing the innate and energetic power of your soul.With the guidance of Tanaaz Chubb, creator of ForeverConscious.com, you will begin a journey that will give rise to an understanding of your soul&’s energy and its connection to the Universal energy all around us. You will free yourself from negativity, fears, and the parts of your life that are no longer serving you. You will tune into the powerful vibrations that allow you to live your life to the fullest potential. Tanaaz shares the secrets to awakening positivity through introspective and inspiring meditations, writing prompts, and exercises including: -Ten-Minute Soul Connection Meditation -Switching a Negative Thought for a Positive One -Identifying Your Self-Limiting Beliefs -A Positive Energy Cleanse -Releasing the PastIt&’s time to tune into the positive vibrations that exist within you, and around you. You can rise above negative influences, reclaim your power, and manifest a life that is easy, joyous, and inspired!
The Power of Prayer
by Dale SalwakTo explain the power of prayer, Dale Salwak went to more than 30 distinguished spiritual leaders, thinkers, and writers and asked them to offer a few words of wisdom and advice. The result is this book -- a compendium of enlightening meditations on prayer.
The Power of Prayer and Fasting: 21 Days That Can Change Your Life
by Marilyn HickeyMany believe prayer combined with fasting is an archaic discipline practiced only by early believers. Yet together, prayer and fasting form a powerful tool, says Bible teacher Marilyn Hickey, for helping us to overcome evil, achieve wholeness, and experience revival. The benefits of prayer and fasting are both physical and spiritual. In fact, this combination is important to believers in every age because it: Inspires spiritual cleansing through intense contact with the Lord, Makes us more sensitive to the Holy Spirit's leading, Actually creates energy, tightens focus, and unifies groups of people, Promotes healing within the body, Breaks spiritual yokes of bondage, Revives our spirits to serve God.
The Power of Praying Together
by Jack Hayford Stormie OmartianStormie Omartian tells of her salvation experience and learning to pray. As a member of Jack Hayford's church, she tells of her growth in christ through prayer.
The Power of Preaching: Crafting a Creative Expository Sermon (Kingdom Pastor's Library)
by Tony EvansThe No-Nonsense Preaching Manual Every Pastor Needs The first book in the Kingdom Pastor&’s Library from Tony Evans, The Power of Preaching will help you be faithful to the Word of God and preach with power and conviction. From the practice of preparation to learning to choose subjects wisely, this book offers you a preaching education from one of the most trusted and effective voices in ministry. It also includes important lessons on: Bible study methods & expository preachingThe development and use of illustrationsThe cadence of deliveryLearn the essentials of preaching a powerful message from the gifted, veteran pastor, Tony Evans. The Kingdom Pastor&’s Library is a series of books that brings you a concise, complete pastoral philosophy and training from Tony Evans.Faithful. Powerful. Practical. Become a Kingdom Pastor today.
The Power of Preaching: Crafting a Creative Expository Sermon (Kingdom Pastor's Library)
by Tony EvansThe No-Nonsense Preaching Manual Every Pastor Needs The first book in the Kingdom Pastor&’s Library from Tony Evans, The Power of Preaching will help you be faithful to the Word of God and preach with power and conviction. From the practice of preparation to learning to choose subjects wisely, this book offers you a preaching education from one of the most trusted and effective voices in ministry. It also includes important lessons on: Bible study methods & expository preachingThe development and use of illustrationsThe cadence of deliveryLearn the essentials of preaching a powerful message from the gifted, veteran pastor, Tony Evans. The Kingdom Pastor&’s Library is a series of books that brings you a concise, complete pastoral philosophy and training from Tony Evans.Faithful. Powerful. Practical. Become a Kingdom Pastor today.
The Power of Proximity: Moving Beyond Awareness to Action
by Michelle Ferrigno Warren Noel CastellanosWe can see evidence of injustice all around us, whether in continuing incidents of racial inequality or in the systemic forces that disenfranchise people and perpetuate poverty. It's important to learn about the world's inequities and to be a voice for the voiceless any way we can. But in an age of hashtag and armchair activism, merely raising awareness about injustice is not enough. Michelle Warren knows what is needed. She and her family have chosen to live in communities where they are "proximate to the pain of the poor." This makes all the difference in facing and overcoming injustice. When we build relationships where we live, we discover the complexities of standing with the vulnerable and the commitment needed for long-term change. Proximity changes our perspective, compels our response, and keeps us committed to the journey of pursuing justice for all. Move beyond awareness and experience the power of proximity.
The Power of Purpose: Creating Meaning in Your Life and Work
by Richard J. LeiderMany people these days are asking hard questions about the very meaning of work. More than ever they are seeking a better fit between what they are doing for a living and what they do because they love to. Much more than a book about finding a job, "The Power of Purpose" is an original guide to discovering our calling -- the work we love to do. Based on many interviews over a ten year period, it helps readers find joy and deeper meaning in their work lives.
The Power of Receiving: A Revolutionary Approach to Giving Yourself the Life You Want and Deserve
by Amanda OwenThe Power of Receiving Journal is a companion to The Power of Receiving: A Revolutionary Approach to Giving Yourself the Life You Want and Deserve (Tarcher/Penguin, 2011) by Amanda Owen. The Power of Receiving Journal includes: Quotes to inspire you. A section to write your daily gratitudes. A month overview page where you can write your current goal and enter what you received throughout the month in The Big Circle. Four pages each month to journal your thoughts, ideas and experiences. The Power of Receiving Journal also includes: A Receptive States word-list The Three Steps to Receiving The Top Ten Features of Skilled Receivers A ‘No Suffering Allowed! No Suffering Aloud!’ leaflet
The Power of Reiki: An ancient hands-on healing technique
by Tanmaya HonervogtWhether you are looking to ease the effects of chronic illness or would like to have more energy on a daily basis, the age-old wisdom of Reiki offers the help you seek. Reiki is a form of touch healing with its roots in Buddhist Sanskrit scriptures. The Power of Reiki is filled with easy-to-follow instructions, accompanied by helpful photographs.
The Power Of Religion: A Comparative Introduction
by Amanda PorterfieldThe Power of Religion is an engaging introduction to six religious traditions--Native American religions, Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism--which recognizes the diversity of religious belief and offers both comparative and historical analysis. Genuinely accessible to undergraduates and general readers, it shows how various forms of these traditions are lived out in practice, experience, and community, presenting religions as conceivable ways of living and demonstrating how religious beliefs are integrally related to other aspects of life. <p><p> Many chapters open with a description of a particular religious event or act that one might encounter today in the United States, where virtually all of the world's religions are now being practiced. The author discusses several of the historical developments each religion has undergone and considers how each of the religions has changed in response to the climate of religious exchange and religious pluralism that exists in the United States today. <p> The Power of Religion helps readers to understand the vitality and plausibility of religious belief, to draw comparisons between religions, and to reflect on the nature of religion and its role in society. It is ideal for courses in introduction to religion, world religions, and comparative religion, and will also appeal to general readers interested in religion.
The Power of Religion in the Public Sphere (A Columbia / SSRC Book)
by Judith Butler Jurgen Habermas Charles Taylor Cornel WestThe Power of Religion in the Public Sphere represents a rare opportunity to experience a diverse group of preeminent philosophers confronting one pervasive contemporary concern: what role does-or should-religion play in our public lives? Reflecting on her recent work concerning state violence in Israel-Palestine, Judith Butler explores the potential of religious perspectives for renewing cultural and political criticism, while Jürgen Habermas, best known for his seminal conception of the public sphere, thinks through the ambiguous legacy of the concept of "the political" in contemporary theory. Charles Taylor argues for a radical redefinition of secularism, and Cornel West defends civil disobedience and emancipatory theology. Eduardo Mendieta and Jonathan VanAntwerpen detail the immense contribution of these philosophers to contemporary social and political theory, and an afterword by Craig Calhoun places these attempts to reconceive the significance of both religion and the secular in the context of contemporary national and international politics.
The Power of Right Believing: 7 Keys to Freedom from Fear, Guilt, and Addiction
by Joseph PrinceWhat you believe is everything!Believing the right things is the key to a victorious life. In THE POWER OF RIGHT BELIEVING, Joseph Prince, international bestselling author and a leading voice in proclaiming the gospel of grace, unveils seven practical and powerful keys to help you find freedom from every fear, guilt, and addiction. These keys come alive in the precious testimonies you'll read from people across America and around the world who have experienced breakthroughs and freedom from all kinds of bondages-from alcoholism to chronic depression-all through the power of right believing.God intends for you to live with joy overflowing, peace that surpasses understanding, and an unshakable confidence in what He has done for you. Get ready to be inspired and transformed and learn how to win the battle for your mind by developing habits for right believing.fective Bible-based principles that will calibrate your mind to develop positive habits for right believing. Start believing right and experience freedom from every fear, guilt, and addiction.
The Power of Right Believing: 7 Keys to Freedom from Fear, Guilt and Addiction
by Joseph PrinceWhat you believe is powerful. If you can change what you believe, you can change your life!Many today are struggling to control their behaviors and actions because they don't have control over their emotions and feelings. They don't have control over their emotions and feelings because they don't have control over their thoughts. And they don't have control over their thoughts because they are not controlling what they believe. Put simply, if you believe wrong, you will struggle with wrong thoughts, toxic emotions, and destructive addictions. The good news is, there is a way out of this vicious cycle of defeat.THE POWER OF RIGHT BELIEVING will guide you to victory with these seven simple but practical keys that you can apply every day in your life:- Believe In God's Love For You - Learn To See What God Sees - Receive God's Complete Forgiveness- Win The Battle For Your Mind - Be Free From Self-Occupation- Have A Confident Expectation Of Good- Find Rest In The Father's Love These seven keys are easy and highly effective Bible-based principles that will calibrate your mind to develop positive habits for right believing. Start believing right and experience freedom from every fear, guilt, and addiction.
The Power of Right Thinking: Transform Your Thoughts, Transform Your World
by Kerry KirkwoodLet the Holy Spirit Transform Your Thoughts Is your life everything you would like it to be? Do you feel like you are fulfilling your destiny or do you constantly fight against thoughts of condemnation, fear, hopelessness, or self-doubt? Many quote the Bible proverb, As a man thinks, so is he. Your thoughts direct your words, shape your future, and ultimately determine your destiny. Kirkwood shows you how to let go of destructive thought patterns and exchange them for life-producing thoughts!
The Power of Ritual: Turning Everyday Activities into Soulful Practices
by Casper ter KuileCasper ter Kuile, a Harvard Divinity School fellow and cohost of the popular Harry Potter and the Sacred Text podcast, explores how we can nourish our souls by transforming common, everyday practices—yoga, reading, walking the dog—into sacred rituals that can heal our crisis of social isolation and struggle to find purpose—a message we need more than ever for our spiritual and emotional well-being in the age of COVID-19.“After half a decade of research and hundreds of conversations with people around the country, I am convinced we are in the midst of a paradigm shift. That what used to hold us in community no longer works, and that the spiritual offerings of yesteryear no longer help us thrive.”–Casper ter KuileWhat do Soul Cycle, gratitude journals, and tech breaks have in common? For ter Kuile they offer rituals that create the foundation for our modern spiritual lives. We are in crisis today. Our modern technological society has left too many of us—no matter our ages—feeling isolated and bereft of purpose. Previous frameworks for building community and finding meaning no longer support us. Yet ter Kuile reveals a hopeful new message: we might not be religious, but that doesn’t mean we are any less spiritual. Instead, we are in the midst of a paradigm shift in which we seek belonging and meaning in secular practices. Today, we find connection in:CrossFit and SoulCycle, which offer a sense of belonging rooted in accountability and support much like church groupsHarry Potter and other beloved books that offer universal lessons Gratitude journals, which have replaced traditional prayer Tech breaks, which provide mindful moments of calm In The Power of Ritual, ter Kuile invites us to deepen these ordinary practices as intentional rituals that nurture connection and wellbeing. With wisdom and endearing wit, ter Kuile’s call for ritual is ultimately a call to heal our loss of connection to ourselves, to others, and to our spiritual identities.The Power of Ritual reminds us that what we already do every day matters—and has the potential to become a powerful experience of reflection, sanctuary, and meaning.
Power of Scandal
by P. Johannes Ehrat, SJAre there events that are inherently scandalous? Power of Scandal finds that the very idea of 'scandal' is derived not from an event, but from public opinion - which, in turn, is construed by media narratives. Scandal is powerful because of its ability to challenge institutions by destabilizing their legitimacy. The media plays an integral role in the creation of scandal because it interprets real events as purposeful actions for the public. Examining the ubiquity of scandals in today's mass media, Johannes Ehrat's conclusions are fresh and surprising.Ehrat applies classic semiotic and pragmatic thought to contemporary media issues, mainly moralist discourse from sex abuse cases to the phenomenon of televangelism. Arguing that sociological and communications studies of scandal have ignored the media's constructed nature, Ehrat focuses on how meaningful public narrative is produced. By examining the parallel worlds of media and public opinion, Power of Scandal uses an alternative heuristic for understanding mass communication that is both rigorous and sophisticated.
The Power of Shakti: 18 Pathways to Ignite the Energy of the Divine Woman
by Padma Aon PrakashaTransformational wisdom designed for both women and men to access and enhance the inner power of the Divine • Reveals how to activate your sacred sexual self and find your soul mission • Shows how to access the wisdom of the Galactic Center • Explains why men need the Shakti Circuit to connect with the Divine Masculine Shakti is the Divine life force that ceaselessly manifests, creates, and activates. Igniting this living power within is the key for both men and women to transform themselves and attain union, harmony, and peace. The fluid intelligence of Shakti enflames, empowers, and awakens, igniting life force, joy, and organic wisdom within. Uniting the forms of Tantra Yoga found in Indian, Tibetan, and Aramaic sacred traditions, Padma Aon Prakasha reveals how to activate the power of Shakti by opening the 18 energetic pathways of the Shakti Circuit. The Circuit begins with galactic energy entering the body at the Alta Major chakra, located at the back of the head. Traveling down the pillar of the spine through the root chakra, the Circuit passes through the Seven Gates of the Womb-Grail to link the sacred sexual center and the heart center. From the heart, the energy completes the Circuit by traveling to the third eye and back to the Alta Major starting point to reveal the All-seeing eye. Centered on the womb in women and the hara in men, the Shakti Circuit links the soul, body-mind, emotions, and chakras to the power and loving wisdom of the Galactic Center. The Power of Shakti includes the insights and experiences of both men and women as they activate the power of Shakti and shows that clearing all 18 pathways of the Shakti Circuit enables us to activate our sacred sexual self and find our soul mission.
The Power of Silence
by Carlos CastanedaCarlos Castaneda takes the reader into the very heart of sorcery, challenging both imagination and reason, shaking the very foundations of our belief in what is "natural" and "logical."The Power of Silence is Castaneda's most astonishing book to date—a brilliant flash of knowledge that illuminates the far reaches of the human mind. Through don Juan's mesmerizing stories, the true meaning of sorcery and magic is finally revealed. Honed in the desert of Sonora, the visions of don Juan give us the vital secrets of belief and self-realization that are transcendental and valid for us all. It is Castaneda's unique genius to show us that all wisdom, strength, and power lie within ourselves—unleashed with marvelous energy and imaginative force in the teachings of don Juan—and in the writings of his famous pupil, Carlos Castaneda
The Power of Simple Prayer: How to Talk with God about Everything
by Joyce MeyerPrayer transforms lives every day.But for those who pray, how manytruly understand its power? In herstraightforward and profound stylebeloved by millions worldwide,Joyce Meyer reveals the incredibleforce that comes through the simpleact of prayer. By explaining thekeys to unanswered prayers, thehindrances to prayer's effectiveness,and the Bible's role in prayer,Joyce gives readers a new perspectiveon how best to communicatewith God. She reveals that throughprayerful conversation comes theability to be successful in life, strong at heart, and sincerewith others. Simple prayer, powerful results.
The Power of Simple Prayer: How to Talk to God about Everything
by Joyce Meyer'If someone asked me, "Joyce, if you could make only one comment about prayer, what would it be?" I would have to respond by talking about its simplicity. It is so much easier than we think.' Somehow we have convinced ourselves that prayer is dry and difficult; we have invented religious 'systems' for prayer that place it out of reach for many of us. But THE POWER OF SIMPLE PRAYER shows us that God desires our prayer lives to be enjoyable and as natural as breathing. Joyce Meyer's life-transforming new book:· Answers the most basic questions we are sometimes afraid to ask: what is prayer and how do we do it?· Offers you the key to a more powerful, effective prayer life· Helps you decide when it is and when it is not right to pray· Identifies 'Fourteen Hindrances to Answered Prayer'