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Models Of Religious Authority, Darius Jankiewicz
Models Of Religious Authority, Darius Jankiewicz
Journal of the Adventist Theological Society
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The Parameters Of Social Justice And Natural Law Theory, Edwin Cook
The Parameters Of Social Justice And Natural Law Theory, Edwin Cook
Journal of the Adventist Theological Society
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Hospitality Versus Patronage: An Investigation Of Social Dynamics In The Third Epistle Of John, Igor Lorencin
Hospitality Versus Patronage: An Investigation Of Social Dynamics In The Third Epistle Of John, Igor Lorencin
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Problem. This investigation focuses on social dynamics in the third epistle of John. In the context of 3 John hospitality and patronage seem to be opposed as two non-compatible models of behavior. In what sense they are different and what makes them non compatible in a church setting is the main focus of this research.
Method. A social approach is utilized in this investigation for the purpose of understanding the social system, values, and circumstances that shaped the events of 3 John. I first collect evidence to explain the ancient customs of hospitality and patronage in order to create a …