Author : J. Budziszewski
Publisher : Ignatius Press
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 47,7 MB
Release : 2011-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1586174819
Professor J. Budziszewski questions the modern assumption that moral truths are unknowable. With clear and logical arguments he rehabilitates the natural law tradition and restores confidence in a moral code based upon human nature. --from publisher description.
Author : Marvin Edward McAllister
Publisher : Univ of North Carolina Press
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 50,31 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780807854501
McAllister offers a history of black theater pioneer William Brown's career and places his productions within the broader context of U.S. social, political, and cultural history.
Author : Ferd L. Wagner
Publisher : Xulon Press
Page : 446 pages
File Size : 14,64 MB
Release : 2010-05
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1609571010
This book takes the view that Christian truth is the basis for all answers to social issues and that there are not two opposing but equal answers within Christian truth that are equally valid and equally acceptable to God. Any so called truth or "right" that circumvents or undercuts the required sacrifices, disciplines and self denial demanded by God in any given social or moral issue ceases to be truth, ceases to be right the moment it becomes a force unto itself, outside of or independent of the Scripturally required obedience. Human history has shown over the millennia that when the letter and spirit of God's laws are not obeyed, the truth is abused, nations become confused and people are used. Many of our political and social issues are rooted in our misplaced belief that tolerance, inclusion, equal respect for unequal truth and live and let live is the way to greater peace and prosperity. They are all wrong. Each individual, government and nation is judged by their response to Christ. The Christian nation or one which ascribes to being one, is tasked to set the Christian standard as every nation's point of reference. It is the Christian's duty to show that the valid rule of God's law, the letter of God's law and the spirit of God's law are superior to any other alternative standard. The biggest obstacle to Christianity today is the undisciplined, misinformed and unfaithful lifestyles of professing Christians. The Church has become so indoctrinated in its aversion to any form of discrimination that it has placed a higher priority on keeping the peace by compromising than by keeping the truth by discriminating. By accepting a false peace and rejecting a hard truth that resists compromise, it begets neither peace nor truth.
Author : Sheree Huppunen
Publisher : Dorrance Publishing
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 27,96 MB
Release : 2022-05-06
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1647022533
You May Not Know It By: Sheree Huppunen You May Not Know It is a story told by a western flying squirrel named Ariel. It blends entertainment and education, providing the reader with information about them, their nature, and how to create a habitat for them to aid in their conservation.
Author : Adulting As We (Do Not) Know It
Publisher : Ukiyoto Publishing
Page : 57 pages
File Size : 50,55 MB
Release : 2020-12-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9811494894
Welcome to the unfamiliar phase most 20-somethings find elusive. From tossing those graduation caps and framing that hard-earned diplomas, we think life can only get better from that ceremony onwards. But life kicks in and it does not run on grades and thesis defense anymore. It sends you to a court where fouls and strikes don’t stop the clock, rules are not automatically laid down, and players are going where you’ve never gone to before. Good news? You are not alone. Adulting As We (Do Not) Know It is a bridge to help you transition into this tricky phase called adulthood. It offers a kind lift for you to go over the messy waves of heart breaks and statutory deductions. Drawn from the author’s personal experiences, let’s all take a front-row view and be inspired by flipping through the repository of life lessons she has been collecting from her young adult journey. After all, some things, like adulting, get better when shared.
Author : Otinel C, Iancu
Publisher : Josue Gerardo Roquet Rivera
Page : 399 pages
File Size : 15,5 MB
Release : 2018-01-31
Category : Religion
ISBN :
The book contains more than 6,100 questions. Its value is not in the answers, but rather in the way the questions are formulated and in the information they contain. Because the questions are arranged chronologically, the book can be used as a study guide. Although there are questions that require to memorize certain details, most of them contain enough clues within themselves which give the reader the opportunity to find the correct answer by using comparisons and logic. Since the book was conceived with the purpose of using it in Bible contests, most of the questions require one-word answers. The material contained in this book is useful in bringing out things that many readers omit when they read the Bible. It is also useful for getting ideas for sermon subjects, for Bible contests, for obtaining information, etc. There are a variety of types of questions: 1. Simple and straightforward questions 2. Multiple choice questions 3. True and false questions 4. Tricky questions 5. Questions that require logic 6. Questions that require general knowledge 7. Questions that require to know Bible details 8. Interesting questions 9. Questions focused on unique things in the Bible 10. Questions that deal with controversial issues 11. Questions that require a list of names 12. Questions that require special knowledge 13. Doctrinal questions 14. Questions that combine the Old Testament and New Testament 15. Bible geography questions 16. Questions that require memorizing verses Take a look at a few sample questions and answers: Tricky question: "David, Solomon, Jeroboam, Ahab, Jehoiakim, and Omri were just a few of the Kings of Israel. Some of them had problems with the Egyptians, and Israel and Egypt were often at war. So, king of Egypt, came and attacked Israel. If you paid attention, the name of the Egyptian king has already been mentioned. Give his name." Question that requires logic: "Alexander the Great, around 250 BC, gathered in Alexandria, Egypt, 70 Hebrew scholars to translate the Scriptures from Hebrew into Greek. This translation is known under the name of Septuagint (LXX). What part of the Bible did they translate? Was it the Old Testament, the New Testament, or the whole Bible?" Question focused on unique things in the Bible: "This gospel contains nothing about the life of Jesus before he was about 30 years old." Answers: Tricky question: So Questions that require logic: OT (One should know that there was no NT in 250 BC, and the NT was already written in Greek) Questions focused on unique things in the Bible: Mark
Author : Jim Thomson
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 139 pages
File Size : 14,54 MB
Release : 2016-10-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1498298559
God is alive with wonder, a soul-filling conflagration of improbable truth. He loves us as He detonates our spiritual assumptions, turning our religious worlds upside down. In The God We Do Not Know, we will attempt to gain insight into a God who demolishes us, it seems, at every turn. He possesses mind-bending intelligence, creativity, power, and love. Therefore, if we truly want to know Him, His truths will inevitably lead us into rough, unpredictable--but wondrous--terrain. We must investigate these truths; be stormed, shattered, and swept away, in love, by them. At times this journey is spiny and steep but, in every case, brimming with joy, with compassion, with wonder.
Author : Mark Jacob
Publisher : Agate Digital
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 10,97 MB
Release : 2012-05-10
Category : Reference
ISBN : 1572844078
For years, the Chicago Tribune's "10 Things You Might Not Know" column has been informing and entertaining readers on a diverse range of fascinating subjects. 10 Things You Might Not Know About Nearly Everything is a collection of the best of these columns, presented in a fun and easy-to-read format. This book gives readers well-researched, obscure facts on universal topics—including arts and culture, food and leisure, history, politics, science and technology, sports, holidays and religion, lifestyle, language, and more. 10 Things You Might Not Know About Nearly Everything contains a plethora of surprising trivia and pertinent tidbits on so many different areas that will appeal to everyone from history buffs to sports fans to foodies, with an especially riveting look into Chicago-area history and facts. For example, in Zion, Illinois it was once not only illegal to gamble, curse, and sell alcohol and tobacco, but also to whistle on Sundays, put on plays, eat pork or oysters, spit, or wear tan-colored shoes. Some facts will make readers laugh and some will make jaws drop. This collection is a kaleidoscope of the absurd, the outrageous, and the sometimes-gruesome, making a highly entertaining mix of people, places, and things. 10 Things You Might Not Know About Nearly Everything will leave readers brighter, wittier, and curious to learn more about myriad worlds they never encountered before and will never forget.
Author : Sarra Lev
Publisher : University of Pennsylvania Press
Page : 393 pages
File Size : 41,90 MB
Release : 2024-01-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1512825182
This book explores the question: How did the rabbis of the first two centuries CE approach bodies that are born with variant genitals—bodies that they could not identify as definitely male or female? The rabbis had constructed a system in which every behavior was governed by one’s sex/gender, posing a conundrum both for people who did not fit into that model and for the rabbinic enterprise itself. Despite this, their texts contain dozens of references to intersex. And the Sages Did Not Know examines the rabbis’ legal texts and concludes that they had multiple approaches to intersex people. Sarra Lev analyzes seven different rabbinic responses to this conflict of their own making. Through their rulings on how intersex people should conduct themselves in multiple circumstances, the early rabbis treat intersex people as unidentifiable males or females, as indeterminate, as male, as non-gendered, as sui generis, as part-male/part-female, as a sustainable paradox, and, finally, as a way for them to think about gender, having nothing to do with intersex people themselves. This is the first such work that concentrates primarily on the potential effects of these rabbinic texts on intersex persons themselves rather than focusing on what the texts offer readers whose interest is rabbinic approaches to sex and gender or gender diversity. Although the rabbinic texts do not include the voices of known intersex people, these materials do offer us a window into how one small group of people approached intersex bodies, and how those approaches were both similar to and different from those we recognize today.
Author : Rod Bailey
Publisher : Rod Bailey
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 17,81 MB
Release : 2023-08-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 0645876496
"Those wonderful creatures you do not know" takes readers on an immersive exploration of the incredible creatures that inhabit our planet. From the depths of the oceans to the vast deserts, from the lush forests to the smallest microorganisms, this book unveils the captivating stories of lesser-known species that often go unnoticed. In this book, readers will embark on a remarkable journey through different ecosystems, encountering extraordinary creatures along the way. Dive into the mysterious depths of the ocean and encounter the enchanting Vampire Squid, the whimsical Dumbo Octopus, and the mesmerizing Angler Fish. Discover the unique adaptations these deep-sea creatures have developed to survive in extreme conditions, such as bioluminescence, pressure tolerance, and camouflage. Venture into the intricate world of soil dwellers and learn about the resilient Springtails, the fascinating Velvet Worms, and the diverse insects and arachnids that call the soil their home. Understand the crucial role these creatures play in soil health and ecosystem function, including nutrient cycling, soil fertility, and the maintenance of soil structure. Delve into the avian realm and encounter the secretive Oilbird, the peculiar Hoatzin, and the captivating Lyrebird. Gain insight into the significance of avian biodiversity, their contributions to ecosystem services, such as pollination and seed dispersal, and their extraordinary abilities like mimicry and elaborate mating displays. Explore the microscopic world, where Tardigrades exhibit incredible resilience, Diatoms create stunning patterns, and Plankton form the foundation of marine food webs. Uncover the vital role these tiny organisms play in supporting life on Earth, including oxygen production, carbon sequestration, and the maintenance of aquatic ecosystems. Finally, venture into the frigid Arctic regions, where the resilient Arctic Tern, the mighty Wolverine, and the microscopic Tardigrade defy the extreme cold. Explore their incredible adaptations, such as migration strategies, insulation mechanisms, and the ability to enter cryptobiosis, showcasing their unparalleled ability to thrive in the most unforgiving environments.
