Compassion Or Apocalypse
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Compassion Or Apocalypse
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Author : James Warren
language : en
Publisher: John Hunt Publishing
Release Date : 2013-05-31
Compassion Or Apocalypse written by James Warren and has been published by John Hunt Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-05-31 with Religion categories.
Ren Girard s thesis that culture and religion arose from an original act of scapegoating murder gained international scholarly attention in the early seventies with his publication in France of Violence and the Sacred. A few years later, with Things Hidden Since the Foundation of the World, Girard made it clear that his basic insights derived of all places from the Bible. Those insights are finally escaping the confines of academia, and coming to the awareness of a broader, theologically minded public. Many people are beginning to find in Girard answers to troublesome questions such as: Is God violent? Is there a necessary relationship between violence and religion? Why are there so many violent stories in the Bible? Why did Jesus have to die? Are we living in the end times? In clear, understandable prose, Compassion or Apocalypse shows how the Girardian perspective answers such questions, making Girard s mimetic theory and its application to biblical interpretation available to those who have little or no familiarity with Girard s work. To read the Bible from a Girardian point of view is to discover the radical message of God s nonviolent love in its historical wrestling with human violence, and its immanent confrontation with the gathering human apocalypse. ,
Turning Toward The Victim
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Author : Thomas Gates
language : en
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Release Date : 2025-06-10
Turning Toward The Victim written by Thomas Gates and has been published by Wipf and Stock Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-06-10 with Religion categories.
Part primer on René Girard's groundbreaking mimetic theory, part Bible study (through the lens of mimetic theory), and part dialogue with early and contemporary Quakers, Turning Toward the Victim demonstrates how these three perspectives can mutually inform one another in unexpected ways. Contemporary liberal Friends (Quakers) have largely drifted away from the Bible, due in part to its seeming sanction of divine violence. Girard, by contrast, sees the themes of sacred violence and its overcoming as central to the biblical witness, and so can provide the means by which Quakers and others might reengage with the Scriptures. Girard's claim that the biblical God has "nothing to do with violence" will resonate with Friends traditional commitment to nonviolence and peacemaking. Girard’s insights into "the scapegoat mechanism" can also help us to understand the witness of early Friends, who functioned as "the scapegoat caste" in seventeenth century England. Using the traditional Quaker framework of “conviction, convincement, and conversion,” Thomas Gates explores the relevance of these concepts for Friends and other Christians today.
Nuclear Apocalypse Preparing Your Mind And Soul
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Author : Pasquale De Marco
language : en
Publisher: Pasquale De Marco
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Nuclear Apocalypse Preparing Your Mind And Soul written by Pasquale De Marco and has been published by Pasquale De Marco this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Psychology categories.
In a world teetering on the precipice of nuclear annihilation, this comprehensive guide offers a lifeline of knowledge, resilience, and practical guidance to navigate the perilous path ahead. Confronting the existential threat of nuclear war, this book delves into the immediate and long-term consequences of a nuclear detonation, from the devastating physical destruction to the psychological and societal impacts. Strategies for coping with nuclear dread and building resilience in the face of overwhelming uncertainty are explored, empowering individuals to find solace and strength in the face of adversity. With meticulous attention to detail, the book provides invaluable guidance on survival preparation, including stockpiling essential supplies, establishing safe havens, developing essential survival skills, and maintaining hope in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. The importance of community and collaboration in the aftermath of a nuclear disaster is emphasized, highlighting the crucial role of cooperation and mutual support in rebuilding society from the ashes. Furthermore, the book delves into the ethical dilemmas posed by nuclear survival, examining the complex moral choices that individuals and communities may face in a post-apocalyptic world. The balance between individual and collective survival, the preservation of human dignity, and the importance of compassion and empathy are explored, providing a framework for navigating the moral complexities of a world forever changed. The imperative of nuclear disarmament is also addressed, exploring the historical context of nuclear proliferation, the dangers of nuclear deterrence, and the urgent need for global cooperation to eliminate nuclear weapons from our planet. The role of individual action in advocating for peace, educating the public, and supporting organizations working towards nuclear abolition is emphasized, empowering readers to make a meaningful difference in the pursuit of a nuclear-free future. Ultimately, this book is a clarion call to action, a wake-up call to the perils we face and the urgent need for collective action to avert nuclear catastrophe. Through a blend of scientific insights, historical analysis, and practical guidance, this book equips readers with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration necessary to navigate the nuclear age with courage, resilience, and unwavering hope for a brighter future. If you like this book, write a review!
Progress Apocalypse And Completion Of History And Life After Death Of The Human Person In The World Religions
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Author : P. Koslowski
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2013-03-09
Progress Apocalypse And Completion Of History And Life After Death Of The Human Person In The World Religions written by P. Koslowski and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-03-09 with Religion categories.
The soul is so closely connected to life that one cannot think that it could ever be separated from life and, consequently, be mortal. Therefore, it can only be immortal. This argument from Plato's Phaedo for the immortality of the soul exhibits both a great strength and a great weakness. Its strength is that it is dif ficult for anyone to think that the soul could ever exist without life. Its weakness is, first, that not all religions accept a soul that remains the same as the center of the person - thus one speaks, for instance, in Buddhism of a "soulless theory of the human being" - and, second, that what is true does not depend on what we can think, but on what we recognize in experience and thought. The religions believe in the existence of a power that can work contrary to our experience that the soul in death is not separated from life. How the reli gions believe they can establish this continued life after death and how faith in this life is related in the religions to the interpretation of history, its progress, its apocalyptic end, and its eschatological completion and transfiguration is the theme of this book. In the culture of the West in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, faith in the secular progress of the technological control of nature and the economic or ganization of society was the enemy of faith in the immortality of the soul.
Compassionate Eschatology
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Author : Ted Grimsrud
language : en
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Release Date : 2011-06-01
Compassionate Eschatology written by Ted Grimsrud and has been published by Wipf and Stock Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-06-01 with Religion categories.
Do "eschatology" and "peace" go together? Is eschatology mostly about retribution and fear--or compassion and hope? Compassionate Eschatology brings together a group of international scholars representing a wide range of Christian traditions to address these questions. Together they make the case that Christianity's teaching about the "end times" should and can center on Jesus's message of peace and reconciliation. Offering a peace-oriented reading of the Book of Revelation and other biblical materials relevant to Christian eschatology, this book breaks new ground in its consistent message that compassion not retribution stands at the heart of the doctrine of the last things. Besides its creative treatment of biblical materials, Compassionate Eschatology also makes a distinctive contribution in how several essays engage the thought of Rene Girard and his mimetic theory. Girard's project is shown to reinforce the biblical message of eschatological peace.
Satan And Apocalypse
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Author : Thomas J. J. Altizer
language : en
Publisher: State University of New York Press
Release Date : 2017-11-09
Satan And Apocalypse written by Thomas J. J. Altizer and has been published by State University of New York Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-11-09 with Religion categories.
Finalist for the 2017 Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Award in the Religion category In this series of essays, Thomas J. J. Altizer explores the Christian epic as the site of modern revolutionary apocalyptic reenactments and renewals of the original apocalypse enacted by Jesus Christ and primitive Christianity. Beginning with the pivotal seventeenth-century figures Milton and Spinoza, Altizer analyzes the apocalyptic visions of key figures of modernity, including Blake, Hegel, Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, and Joyce, often juxtaposing them to surprising and illuminating effect. These revolutionary moments stand in opposition to what Altizer calls the pathological modern counterrevolution that dominates the world today, which is an effect of a new postmodernity and of a progressive dissolution of historical consciousness. Through his analysis of modern apocalyptic moments and thinkers, this book becomes an elegant and accessible guide to Altizer's own apocalyptic vision and his ultimate project of the total and comprehensive reconstruction of theology.
Apocalypse Tv
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Author : Michael G. Cornelius
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2020-03-27
Apocalypse Tv written by Michael G. Cornelius and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-03-27 with Performing Arts categories.
The end of the world may be upon us, but it certainly is taking its sweet time playing out. The walkers on The Walking Dead have been "walking" for nearly a decade. There are now dozens of apocalyptic television shows and we use the "end times" to describe everything from domestic politics and international conflict, to the weather and our views of the future. This collection of new essays asks what it means to live in a world inundated with representations of the apocalypse. Focusing on such series as The Walking Dead, The Strain, Battlestar Galactica, Doomsday Preppers, Westworld, The Handmaid's Tale, they explore how the serialization of the end of the world allows for a closer examination of the disintegration of humanity--while it happens. Do these shows prepare us for what is to come? Do they spur us to action? Might they even be causing the apocalypse?
Surviving The End Tales From The Post Apocalyptic Frontier
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Author : Marcos Holt
language : en
Publisher: Jaroslav Zdanovic
Release Date : 2025-04-02
Surviving The End Tales From The Post Apocalyptic Frontier written by Marcos Holt and has been published by Jaroslav Zdanovic this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-04-02 with Young Adult Fiction categories.
In a realm reduced to ruin, where civilization's embers flicker, a tale of resilience and desperation unfolds. Surviving the End paints a vivid canvas of a post-apocalyptic world where society crumbles and humanity battles for survival. This anthology delves into the raw, emotional core of individuals navigating the wreckage. Each story unravels the complexities of human nature, from the desperate struggle for resources to the flicker of hope amidst the despair. From ravaged cities to uncharted wilderness, the characters wrestle with moral dilemmas and unyielding adversity. Through these gripping narratives, the book offers a poignant examination of what it means to endure when faced with unimaginable challenges. It delves into the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of compassion in the darkest of times. Whether a fan of dystopian fiction or seeking inspiration from tales of survival, Surviving the End resonates with a profound message of hope and perseverance. It is a testament to the unyielding strength within us, reminding us that even amidst the ruins, the human spirit can triumph.
A Human Catechism
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Author : Joel David Aguilar Ramirez
language : en
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Release Date : 2024-01-26
A Human Catechism written by Joel David Aguilar Ramirez and has been published by Wipf and Stock Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-01-26 with Religion categories.
A Human Catechism is a theopoetic journey. It is the integration of personal experience, theological reflection, and contextual analysis. This book proposes a radical way of discipleship in which we are invited to run the risk of positively imitating one another through the imitation of Christ. If violence happens through the imitation of one another, maybe good things do too. As the reader embarks on a contextually self-reflective journey, this book invites us to take the chance of believing in a God in whom there is no violence. A Human Catechism will be a journey from what seemed impossible, to what became second nature, all the way to becoming responsible for modeling a way of being otherwise to those around us.
Justice And Mercy In The Apocalypse Of Peter
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Author : Eric J. Beck
language : en
Publisher: Mohr Siebeck
Release Date : 2019-10-16
Justice And Mercy In The Apocalypse Of Peter written by Eric J. Beck and has been published by Mohr Siebeck this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-10-16 with Religion categories.
The Apocalypse of Peter, best known for its tour of hell, was a popular text in Early Christianity, but is largely neglected today. Eric J. Beck attempts to bring new life to the study of this text by challenging current assumptions regarding its manuscript tradition and primary purpose. By undertaking the first comparative analysis utilising all available manuscript evidence, the author creates a new translation of the text that at times advocates for the reliability of the oft neglected Akhmim fragment. He then offers the first detailed analysis of the text in order to ascertain the purpose of the document. In so doing, he argues against a monitory interpretation of the text. Instead, Eric J. Beck suggests the text uses an integrated understanding of justice and mercy that is meant to encourage its readers to have compassion on those who receive punishment in the afterlife.