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Commercial Architecture In Fifteenth-Century Cairo: The Wikālat QāʼIt Bāy At The Side Of The Mosque Of Al-Azhar, Elizabeth Lee Higashi

Archived Theses and Dissertations

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Thematic Concerns In The Speeches And Dialogues Of ʻAbdallah Al-NadīM, Etidal Osman

Archived Theses and Dissertations

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Old Testament Quotations In John's Gospel, Roger Humann

Master of Sacred Theology Thesis

The study of these quotations can serve us in several ways. It can increase our appreciation and understanding of the Old Testament as we observe the way in which the various New Testament writers understood and applied the Old Testament texts to the situation of the New. Furthermore, the theological intent of a New Testament writer may be highlighted by the manner in which he quotes the Old. Answers to questions relating to the purpose, structure, background, and historicity of a New Testament Gospel, for instance, may be informed by a study of the evangelist's use of the Old Testament.

The BahṛĪ Mamluk Monumental Entrances Of Cairo, Hilary L Roe

Archived Theses and Dissertations

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Attitudinal And Language Proficiency Screening An Alternative Selection Procedure For University Admission, Nabila Louis Nakhla

Archived Theses and Dissertations

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Creative Imagination In Joyce Cary's Trilogies, E. Christian

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

This thesis describes Joyce Cary's theories of creative imagination and how the characters in his two trilogies reflect those theories. To Cary, creative imagination is essential for society's improvement. He believes that everyone--not just artists and writers--can have creative imagination, and in his novels he shows the results of living with and without it.

Joyce Cary was born in 1888, in Ireland. His mother died when he was nine, but his close-knit family gave him the security he needed to develop his creativity. As a boy he voraciously read adventure stories and led a gang. Throughout his life he dealt …

Layered Field Painting, Margaret Shirley

Dissertations and Theses

As a student in the master's program, I was introduced to several painting concepts which seemed both interesting and relevant to me and which I took as the framework and stimulus for the paintings done in the terminal project. These concepts can be stated briefly: a work of art as a record of a process or experience, the idea of field painting, and the technique of layering. Although these several aspects of painting are not identical, they are related: layering is an on-going process, which if done in a consistent way results in a continuous field. It seemed to me, …

Clay, Roots, And Coexistence, Jeffery C. Johnston

Dissertations and Theses

A terminal project featuring the work of Jeffery C. Johnston submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Fine Arts.

The Bureau Of Land Management And Cultural Resource Management In Oregon, William James Cannon

Dissertations and Theses

This thesis is an examination and description of the United States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management's program for the management of cultural resources in the State of Oregon. The author has worked for the Bureau from March, 1975 to the present as a District cultural resource specialist.

The major emphasis of the thesis is a description and explanation of the Bureau's cultural resource management program and its major problems in relation to the taxpayer and archaeologists.

Construction-Sculpture, Kanetaka Ikeda

Dissertations and Theses

A terminal project report submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Fine Arts in Sculpture.

Creative Thesis: Character Revelation In Poetry, Katherine Y. Stuart

Theses & Honors Papers

When reading a book, short story, or a poem, the reader responds emotionally to the character depending upon the reader’s preferences. That in turn requires the writer to contemplate not only what type of character to create, but also how to develop that character. Poets in general struggle the most with character development within their works. Usually they are confined by the amount of words used or the type or words used, which then restricts the amount of character development. This thesis analyzes the use of the writer’s use of voice or speaker which impacts the character development within the …

Spring Into Summer : A Novel, Jeff Wuorio

Senior Scholar Papers

Spring into Summer is a novel based on my experiences as a student living in London for a year. The central character, an American under-graduate student studying history, attempts to complete a piece of work by his older brother who is killed in a car accident several months prior to his brother's departure for England. The narrative traces the younger brother's efforts and eventual failure to work on the history; in so doing, he also fails to become more like his older brother whom he greatly loved and admired. Thus, a doppelganger, or "Double" of sorts is used.

Most of …

High Anxiety, Andy Plante

Senior Scholar Papers

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Philosophy And The Environmental Crisis: Foundation For A New Technological Paradigm, David M. Rice

Senior Scholar Papers

This work is meant to provide an analysis of some of the basic philosophical considerations which will have to be made in order to effect the favorable resolution of an environmental crisis. I begin by defining what I mean by "environmental crisis" and what the evidence for the existence of such a crisis seems to be, though I draw no conclusions here. I examine also the concept of the "technological myth," that is, the belief that all human problems can be solved by increased technology alone. The main thesis of the work is the need for a new "technological paradigm." …

A Red Coal: A Collection Of Poems, Dan Corrie

Theses & Honors Papers

The poems in this collection were written during the past two years, from 1977-1979. As the reader will quickly see, much of my work has been in the surrealist mode, with greater emphasis upon association of images than upon strict logical progression. But I am not a surrealist: I make use of certain surrealist devices to explore aspects of circumstances and conditions and to get at symbols from what Jung called the Collective Unconscious (as popularly understood-- not in any strict sense). While when I first began to write I delighted in strange and unusual images for their own sake, …

A Statement On Recent Work, Sharon Siskin

Art & Art History ETDs

I am influenced and motivated by numerous elements, both inside and outside the realm of art. In this thesis I will explain how these elements have influenced the making of my art. I have decided to divide the discussion of my work into three sections. The first section will deal with color, the second with the grid and the third with the use of craft elements in this work. A final section will be added to bring these three sections together and to allude briefly to future directions of this wok.

Dwight Morrow's Role In The Mexican Revolution: Good Neighbor Or Meddling Yankee?, Richard Melzer

History ETDs

Historians traditionally have exaggerated Dwight Morrow's role in the Mexican Revolution. According to the traditional view, Morrow arrived in Mexico as the new U.S. ambassador in 1927 and proceeded to convince President Plutarco Elías Calles that the time had come to apply the brakes to his revolutionary reforms. In the next three years, the vexatious oil dispute, the bloody Church-State conflict, and the problems caused by the agrarian reform were, supposedly, settled, thanks to Morrow's benign, business-like approach to diplomatic affairs.

But there are many problems with this interpreta­tion of U.S.-Mexican relations. It now appears that changing political and economic …

Toward A Feminist Sensibility, Barbara J. Nugent

Art & Art History ETDs

This thesis recounts the many influences that have been important in the transition of my work from purely formalist concerns to ideas and content reflective of a more feminist sensibility. I have shown how these influences affected my work, not only in content, but also in the marks and the images used. The problems inherent in such a transformation have been cited as have the solutions to these problems. I see myself as a woman artist who is projecting her sense of power as a woman, who has deliberately chosen content based on being a woman artist, and who is …

Architectural Woodwork Of Colonial And Territorial New Mexico, Viviana Nigro Holmes

Art & Art History ETDs

While a frightening number of examples of New Mexico's architectural heritage is eroding, the wood used in the construction of doors, windows, roofs and porches is less transient, thus providing a clearer more complete record of architectural styles of this area. It is the woodwork of the Colonial and Territorial periods which is the focus of this study, whose purpose is to describe, define and illustrate the different phases of the woodworking traditions as they relate to the architectural traditions of New Mexico.

A photographic record of important examples of this woodwork has been compiled and a chronology of architectural …

Liberation, Eschatology And Politics In Latin American Liberation Theology, H. Dennis Campbell

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

One readily observable fact about theology is its multiplicity of branches. It is a field of study that embraces a wide variety of interpretations and schools of thought. This diversity has emerged as a result of different emphases in interpretations, variety in education, sociocultural backgrounds, and differing objectives behind the formulation of theological thought. It is readily reflected at the practical level by the numerous denominations within Christendom, each possessing its own theological distinctives. Diversity also manifests~. itself at the academic level in the numerous choices of courses available to the student desirous of studying theology. It would almost appear …

Contextual Factors In Church Growth In Malawi, Philip L. Capp

Western Evangelical Seminary Theses

The general purpose of this study has been to select and pre­sent contextual factors from the past and present in Malawi that provide insights into the process of the growth of the Church in Malawi and in particular the growth of the Free Methodist Church. The study is done with the understanding that it is preliminary to a field study which will provide the basis for decision making by both the Church and Mission.

Past contextual factors discussed are the geographical setting,the acculturating agents and effects of acculturation with emphasis on the four major intrusions of the 19th century, and …

The Development And Growth Of The Richmond Symphony, Elaine Susan Mccauley

Honors Theses

In this paper, I have attempted to explain the administrative and financial operations of the Richmond Symphony. The first two chapters are meant to serve as an introduction to the Richmond Symphony, and they help explain the circumstances leading the development of the present Symphony. Also, much emphasis has been placed on the expansion of the Symphony since 1957.

Since the purpose of this paper is to examine the financial status of the Richmond Symphony, I found it beneficial to compare the Richmond Symphony to other American orchestras with similar budgets. From this research, it is evident that the Richmond …

The Architectural Legacy Of Archimedes Russell, Evamaria Hardin

School of Architecture - Theses

The geographical location of Syracuse, its industry and especially its location on the Erie Canal, were factors propitious for its growth and development as an industrial center within New York State.

After the Civil War, Syracuse experienced a building boom which offered unusual possibilities for the builder-architect. Although there was an increase of formal education for architects during the second half of the nineteenth century, many regional architects learned their trade in the office of an architect or of a builder-architect; the distinctions were not always finely drawn.

One of these architects was Archmedes Russell, who came to Syracuse from …

Forms And Patterns Found In A Natural State, Andrew M. Whitlock

All Graduate Theses and Dissertations, Spring 1920 to Summer 2023

This creative project deals with the photographic study of forms and patterns found in a natural state. The photographer has covered a wide geographical area including Logan and Cache Valley, Antelope Island in the Great Salt Lake, Shoshone Falls in southern Idaho and City of Rocks, also in southern Idaho. The objective of this project was to reveal the visual strength of natural forms, or man-made forms acted upon by natural elements, in black-and-white images. Subjects were studied under all seasonal conditions in order to determine the best possible situation for enhancing the aesthetic qualities of the forms and patterns. …

The Role Of Psalm 89:6-19 In Israel's Cult, Ronald Vahl

Doctor of Theology Dissertation

The specific problem addressed by this study is, "What is the role of Psalm 89:6-19 in the corporate worship life of ancient Israel?” Throughout our research we will use the word "cult" to signify Israel’s corporate religious worship and ritual. This will provide a way of more sharply focusing our investigation.

Four additional questions are immediately raised by our initial query. Is it profitable to study Ps. 89:6-19 as an individual unit apart from the entire Psalm? Since the time of John Calvin many scholars have noted a special thematic nuance in verses 6-19 which stands apart from the remainder …

Luther's Attitude Toward Religious Toleration In Light Of His Two Kingdom Doctrine, Richard Elseroad

Master of Divinity Thesis

The purpose of the treatise is not simply to list the inconsistencies or contradictions that may exist in Luther's attitudes toward religious toleration (though at times it will become important to come to grips with these variances). No, the real challenge and goal is to uncover Luther’s rationale, if possible, which determines his relations with those he opposes. In other words, it is the attempt to find that consistency or loyalty to principle that will clarify the all too apparent inconsistencies.

New Testament Prayer As Found In The Epistle Of James, Mark Whitsett

Master of Divinity Thesis

Perhaps one may question, "Why another study on prayer?" Indeed volumes have been written on the subject much more eloquent and thorough than this study. But this may only further underscore the importance of the topic. In the New Testament alone there are well over 250 direct or indirect references to prayer. The commands to pray and the promises attached to prayer are many. This writer is convinced that as long as there are Christians in the world they will need to study this thing called prayer. And as long as there are Christians praying, prayer and its applications can …

The Development Background And Analysis Of The Termination Of Fellowship With The Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod By The Wisconsin Synod, Myron Maltz

Master of Sacred Theology Thesis

Lutheranism is no exception to the historical account of the Christian Church. Since the Lutheran Church is part of the Church Militant here on earth, it, too, has experienced the way of toil and tribulation in fellowship mergers, splits and divisions. The topic of this particular thesis relates to a cherished part of our Lutheran heritage involving both the Wisconsin and Missouri Synods as they comprised the major part of the Synodical Conference. This segment of confessional Lutheranism provides an excellent source of historical truth and application.

Figures Of Speech In Galatians, Jay Currie

Master of Sacred Theology Thesis

The scope of this thesis will be limited to figures of words or expressions as defined by Terry and Robertson.17 We purposely omit so-called figures of thought (for example, allegory, simile, parallel) since these figures are usually covered adequately in many commentaries and because their inclusion would make this thesis needlessly lengthy.

Two Anti-Heroes: Leopold Bloom And Sai'd Aboul NaḥS, Samia Mehrez

Archived Theses and Dissertations

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