The opening chapter surveys the history of scholarship regarding the problematic use of the phrase 'son of man' in the New Testament. It also explains why this problem could not be so
In the ongoing war on terror, record numbers of Army National Guard reservists are being deployed overseas; more than 400,000 to date have been ordered into action. Nearly one fifth of them had alread
Winkler (linguistics, University of Western Kentucky) introduces linguistics to non-major undergraduates in this accessible, reader-friendly text. Concepts are explained in an informal, jargon-free wr
If one accepts the basic premise of the sociology of knowledge, that our truths are culturally produced and our values culturally relative, then doing theology becomes a problem. Theology wishes to re
Introduction to the History of Christianity is a clearly written introduction to Christianity over its 2000 year history.The broad underlying theme of the book is the interaction between Christianity
At a time when Anglican and Evangelical seem to be increasingly polarised rather than part of the same tradition, an Evangelical Anglican takes a fresh look at the historical and contemporary expressi
A political-literary journal founded in England in March 1809 by John Murray, a London publisher, and by a small group of powerful literary and political mandarins. It appeared at a point in the histo
Explores the nature and historical development of philosophical thought in Britain in a century that boasted great intellectual richness. This Dictionary covers the major fields of philosophical activ
Including more than 600 entries on major and minor figures from the nineteenth century, this work reflects the shifting intellectual boundaries of the period. Entries also include a bibliography listi
Guides the reader through techniques that will help get the best out of their students, showing how to create active listening and developing an approach to facilitating listening and understanding. T
This book takes the principles of how to enhance learning, as established in many other books in this series, one step further. It applies these principles to staff, to staff development and finally t
Two of the most influential philosophers of the twentieth century have both tied thought to a historical event. This work explores how these two incompatible ways of relating philosophy and history bo
Offers a framework in which the intuitions of individual teachers have been synthesised into an understanding of how learning happens. This work suggests a model, which strives to integrate a number o
Presents a critical reassessment of contemporary visual culture through an analysis of pivotal technological innovation from the telescope, through photography to film. Drawing on the examples of Pari
Dr Neill Lochery has worked as an advisor to Middle Eastern politicians on both sides of the political divide as well as elsewhere in the Middle East and is a leading specialist in the politics and hi
Presents a history of the Crusades, from their beginnings in the eleventh century through to their decline and eventual ending at the close of the eighteenth century. As well as providing an account o
William Ewart Gladstone (1809-1898)), four times Prime Minister and MP for sixty-three years, was one of the greatest British statesmen. He was remarkable not only for the political impact he had on V
Improvising music involves a leap into the uncharted, but its success relies on abilities honed through experience and on an unwavering commitment to the moment and context of performance. Improvisers
This is the most far-reaching interdisciplinary investigation into the religion of ancient Israel ever attempted. The author draws on textual readings, archaeological and historical data and epigraphy
Archaeological discoveries have increasingly brought to light evidence of women's involvement in the royal houses of the ancient Near East, yet such evidence has not fundamentally altered the percepti
This masterly book is the climax of over twenty-five years of study of the impact of Canaanite religion and mythology on ancient Israel and the Old Testament. It is John Day's magnum opus in which he
What do a prince and stonemason have in common? Or an archbishop and an innkeeper? They all, at some time or another pray. Deborah Cassidi asked people from all walks of life to choose a favourite pra
A collection of essays exploring the intellectual implications of a disability equality perspective. Leading social scientists draw on current theory and research and offer an overview of contemporary
In the words of the Dalai Lama, the purpose of religion is not to build churches and elaborate temples, but to cultivate positive human qualities such as tolerance, generosity and love. This text cont
Following upon Open Mind, Open Heart, which presents a profound formation in Christian prayer, this book demonstrates the contemplative dimension of Christian worship. Here Father Keating recovers the
"Presents the text of the 'Declaration' and a commentary on its evolution and significance.... The message of this book is very timely." -The Leading Edge>
This volume brings together the key theoretical and historical writings of 19th-century German socialist thought. It includes: Marx and Engels from The Communist Manifesto; Engels, "The Labor
The German Library is a new series of the major works of German literature and thought from medieval times to the present. The volumes have forewords by internationally known writers and introductions
"Of protean diseases," wrote Sir Clifford Albutt, Cambridge Regius Professor of Physic in 1907, "influenza is the most protean." Summing up medical experience of the disease over the long nineteenth c
Jesus and the Poor sharpens readers' perceptions of Jesus' concern for the poor by setting his teaching within an accurate and vividly described account of the harsh economic relations of his world. T
