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Report, 1985-86: Western Region, John M. Samaha

Marian Studies

No abstract provided.

The Concept Of Vengeance In The Book Of Revelation In Its Old Testament And Near Eastern Context, Joel Nobel Musvosvi

Dissertations

This study attempts to resolve the theological and ethical problems raised by the call for and rejoicing at vengeance as they appear in Rev 6:9-11 and Rev 19:2, respectively. Central to the study is the question of whether vengeance in Revelation expresses a vindictive human attitude or a divine attribute of justice.

In Chapter 1 a review of pertinent literature reveals the lack of agreement among scholars on the interpretation of vengeance in Revelation. Chapter 2 examines the concept of vengeance as it occurs in several Ancient Near Eastern vassal treaties, the Old Testament, and Pseudepigrapha. This examination reveals that …

Genesis And Abortion: An Exegetical Test Of A Biblical Warrant In Ethics, William Kurz

Theology Faculty Research and Publications

No abstract provided.

Immortality And Method In Ursinus' Theological Ambiance, John Donnelly

History Faculty Research and Publications

No abstract provided.

Impeccability In 1 John: An Evaluation, Leon Eloy Wade

Dissertations

The First Epistle of John confronts us with a dilemma which, since its inception, has challenged many students of the Bible. On the other hand, the Christian must not deny his sinfulness -- for which, however, there is a ready solution in the expiation wrought by Jesus Christ. On the other hand, the one who abides in God and is born of him does not sin and, indeed, cannot sin.

Many solutions, discussed and evaluated in chapter 1 have been attempted to harmonize this apparent contradiction. Though some are more satisfying than others, a common weakness exhibited among them all …

Slow To Understand: The Disciples In Synoptic Perspective, Bertram L. Melbourne

Dissertations

The problem of the portrayal of the disciples of Jesus has been the focus of much scholarly investigation. Discussion has been pursued primarily from the Marcan perspective, in keeping with its assumed priority. Consequently, Mark is seen as creating the disciples' incomprehension to serve his theological intent. The correctness of this notion is questioned in this study which seeks to determine whether incomprehension was an authentic experience of Jesus' original disciples, and whether slowness of understanding was to be expected in teaching and learning contexts.

Recent scholarship on the disciples is surveyed to identify the main issues, approaches, trends, and …

Hermeneutical Perspectives Of Biblical Typology, Deomar Roos

Master of Sacred Theology Thesis

The presentation and development of the argumentation of this thesis follow a simple, logical and somewhat natural and progressive flow. The preliminary considerations of Chapter One go over a brief survey of the history of typological interpretation, focus on the notion of sensus plenior, and summarize the basic approaches to typology. Chapter Two delineates the necessary distinction between typology and allegory. The typology of the Old Testament, its terminology and hermeneutical implications, is discussed in Chapter Three. Chapter Four has the same topics but relates to the New Testament area. And all the emergent hermeneutical perspectives raised by the discussion …

The Theology And Practice Of Individual Confession And Absolution And Its Application To Pastoral Care From An Early North American Lutheran Perspective, Breno C. Thome

Master of Sacred Theology Thesis

The two subjects of this study^ namely, pastoral care and Individual confession and absolution, have traditionally been seen as closely connected. Each has also a unique character. In this study both subjects will be focused on from the perspective provided by the historical analysis of their development within the Lutheran context, specifically that of North American Lutheranism in the nineteenth century. Pastoral care has been greatly developed, particularly in the area of pastoral counseling, in the last fifty years. This parallels the increasing development of the behavioral sciences in this century. The causes and consequences of such rapid growth in …

The Nature Of John Muir's Religions, Ronald H. Limbaugh

Muir Symposium

No abstract provided.

Labor Room Or Morgue: The Power And Limits Of Pluralism And Christology, Patrick R. Keifert

Faculty Publications

Professor Wilson is right, “Christological reflection is crossing a threshold...entering an unfamiliar room.” My response focuses his point by posing a question and proposing an answer. Is this new room a labor room or a morgue? Will christological reflection in this room labor and give birth to a new and vibrant orthodoxy and orthopraxis? Or will it die shy and embarrassed for lack of moral and spiritual fortitude, or intellectual and practical wisdom? The answer to the question of morgue or labor room lies in marking the powers and limits of christology and pluralism.

Listening, January-February 1985

Listening

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in USA

ListeningFinding Aid

Western Theological Seminary Catalog: 1985-1986, Western Theological Seminary

Western Theological Seminary Catalogs

Western Theological Seminary catalogs 1869-[ongoing] (incomplete). Also published as Calendar and Bulletin.

Contributors

Marian Library Studies

No abstract provided.

Mary The Servant Of God And The New Creation, Walter T. Brennan

Marian Library Studies

No abstract provided.

Mary: The Woman Come Of Age, Eamon R. Carroll

Marian Studies

No abstract provided.

Mission: Vol. 18, No. 5

Mission

Mission: Vol. 18, No. 5. The articles in this issue include: "Women in Christ" from the Editor, "Women and the Church: An Overview" by Bonnie Bowman Thurston, "Culture Meets Culture: Christian Men and Women in First Century Palestine and Twentieth Century North America" by Claude Cox, "Women's Place in the Church" by J. Harold Thomas, "Women Struggling as Persons in Christ" by Larry James, "The Immorality of Superiority/Inferiority" by Mary Sue Black, "Coping with the Two-Career Marriage" by Nancy Myers, BOOKS: "Is the Bible Sexist? (Donald G. Bloesch)" reviewed by Jim Sims, "The Banquet is Ready: Are WE?" by …

Editorial: Impressions About Religion In The Soviet Union And Yugoslavia, Paul Mojzes

Occasional Papers on Religion in Eastern Europe

No abstract provided.

Book Reviews Of Moral Clarity In The Nuclear Age By Michael Novak -- Our Right To Choose: Toward A New Ethic Of Abortion By Beverly Wildung Harrison -- The Death Decision: Eight Experts Address The Legal And Ethical Issues Emerging On The Frontier Of Today's New Biology Edited Leonard J. Nelson -- Challenge To Love: Gay And Lesbian Catholics In The Church Edited By Robert Nugent, Catholic Physicians' Guild

The Linacre Quarterly

No abstract provided.

An Internship For Ministerial Training Within The Australasian Context, Robert Leroy Woodruff

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

Excerpt: "An internship model for the Australasian Nazarene Bible College is a necessity. Because of this need, the following study and resulting handbooks have been developed. The acceptance of this programme among both the student participants and the pastoral coaches has been so very heartening, and has been appreciated by this writer. The insights and suggestions have been carefully considered and have added greatly to the development of the internship programme for Australasian Nazarene Bible College . Input from the College Board Executive members has also helped steer the building of the programme that we herein present."

Northern Lambda Nord Communique, Vol.5, No.5 (May 1984), Northern Lambda Nord

Communiqué / Northern Lambda Nord (1981-1999)

No abstract provided.

The Elements Of Wisdom Literature In The Messianic King Prophecy Of The First Isaiah Centered On Isa. 9:2-7; 11:1-9, Yen Pyo Hong

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

Excerpt: "The prophecies of Isaiah are among the most important theological expressions in the Bible, and the Messianic oracle is one of those which has the most important values in the Old Testament.

The study of the Messianic idea has been done by many scholars, and our knowledge about the character of Isaiah's Messiah regarded it as eschatological. 1 But, even though Isaiah's Messianic king of pre-exilic period could be connected to the eschatological Messiah of later Judaism, it is too early to call him the eschatological being.

This research will confine its concern to the character of the Messiah …

Significant Exegetical Aspects Of The Sadducees' Question To Jesus Regarding The Resurrection, Wilfred Karsten

Master of Sacred Theology Thesis

The purpose of this investigation, therefore, is to take a closer look at the pericope as presented by the Synoptic writers, in order to ascertain if these disparaging comments (and others like them) are warranted. In essence, this thesis is a defense of the view which holds that Jesus' answer to the Sadducees' question was a direct and explicit proof of the resurrection of the dead.

The Priesthood Of All Believers And The Theology Of Pietism, Breno Faber

Master of Sacred Theology Thesis

Pietism and pietistic emphases are becoming popular again because during the seventeenth and early eighteenth century the Pietists sought to revitalize Christianity in ways familiar to twentieth century Christians seeking to do the same. Pietism sought to foster a more vigorous personal and public piety among the people. They sought to improve the education of ministers in practical piety so that they might better guide and edify their people. They sought to encourage the reading of the Bible, Christian education of the youthful and the mature, demonstrated social concern and resposibility in their philanthropic enterprises, and embarked upon ambitious programs …

A Speculative Model Of Christian Growth : A Melding Of Matthew And Erik Erikson, Robert Earl Barr

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Melanchthon's Understanding Of The Will In The Loci Communes, Richard Osslund

Master of Sacred Theology Thesis

It is a commonplace among many Lutheran theologians that Philip Melanchthon was a synergist. The purpose of this study is to evaluate this theological judgment on the basis of Melanchthon’s Loci of 1521, 1535, 1543, 1555, and 1559. The conclusion of this study is that Melanchthon's writings do not support the charge of synergism which has been directed against him. It is not the intention of the author to ascribe malevolence or lack of scholarly integrity to those who have described Melanchthon's position as synergistic. There are reasons for the historical judgment that Melanchthon was "the father of synergism in …

Review: The Word Becoming Flesh, Donald L. Fowler

SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.

The Psychosocial And Spiritual Dynamics Of The Christian Family, Samuel Siong-Kung Fung

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

No abstract provided.

Western Theological Seminary Catalog: 1984-1985, Western Theological Seminary

Western Theological Seminary Catalogs

Western Theological Seminary catalogs 1869-[ongoing] (incomplete). Also published as Calendar and Bulletin.

Book Reviews, Donald E. Demaray, Leon O. Hynson, Harold B. Kuhn, George Allen Turner

The Asbury Journal

No abstract provided.

Holy Spirit And Holy Scripture, Timothy L. Smith

The Asbury Journal

No abstract provided.