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Full-Text Articles in History of Philosophy
The Spiritual Nature Of The Italian Renaissance, Kaitlyn Kenney
The Spiritual Nature Of The Italian Renaissance, Kaitlyn Kenney
Senior Honors Theses
This study seeks to investigate the influence of faith in the emergence and development of the Italian Renaissance, in both the artwork and writing of the major artists and thinkers of the day, and the impact that new expressions of faith had on the viewing public. While the Renaissance is often labeled as a secular movement by modern scholars, this interpretation is largely due to the political motives of the Medici family who dominated Florence as the center of this artistic rebirth, on and off again throughout the period. On close examination, the philosophical and creative undercurrents of the movement …
When Two Become One: Reconsidering Marriage As A Sacrament In Protestant Theology, Adam Neal
When Two Become One: Reconsidering Marriage As A Sacrament In Protestant Theology, Adam Neal
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
Protestant theology has historically rejected marriage as sacrament, a rejection which continues to resound in the majority of contemporary Protestant scholarship. Yet many, if not most, arguments against sacramental marriage tacitly follow an outline set forward by Luther and Calvin which, if examined with critical scrutiny, is based on a problematic soteriological premise. In light of this, the present study sets forward a comprehensive argument in favor of Protestant theology reaffirming marriage as a sacrament through systematic investigation into the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament), New Testament, and Christian history. After developing a critical hermeneutic founded on realist epistemological grounds, a …
Die Phantasie Gottes: An Analysis Of The Divine Ideas In Deity Theories And Brian Leftow, With A Proposed Synthesis, Nathaniel Dowell
Die Phantasie Gottes: An Analysis Of The Divine Ideas In Deity Theories And Brian Leftow, With A Proposed Synthesis, Nathaniel Dowell
Masters Theses
This thesis was on how God is related to the truth-values of propositions on possible worlds - specifically, those propositions that do not seem to be about Him and constitute His ideas for what to create. It opened with a survey of some historical positions with special emphasis on Aquinas, Leibniz, Spinoza and Kant. Next, some criticisms were given for these so-called deity theories (i.e., the belief that possibilities are dependent on God and God must, by nature, recognize the necessary truths He does) with the most space given to Brian Leftow’s critiques. The second chapter detailed Brian Leftow’s theological …
The Problem Of Evil And The Probity Of Theodicy From William Rowe's Evidential Evidential Of Evil, Olaoluwa Apata
The Problem Of Evil And The Probity Of Theodicy From William Rowe's Evidential Evidential Of Evil, Olaoluwa Apata
Masters Theses
In this research, we discussed the types of evil: moral and natural, which are cited by atheistic philosophers as evidence against the existence of God. The so-called evidence from evil has been used by the atheistic and other non-theistic scholars to raise hypothesis on evaluating the possibility or likelihood that an omnipotent, omniscient, and wholly good God exists in a world that is littered with evil. Moral evil is evil that arise from the misuse of free will by moral agents, while natural evils are natural disasters such as: earthquakes, famine, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes etc. We discussed moral evil and …
Auctor In Fabula: Umberto Eco And The Intentio Of Foucault's Pendulum, Douglas Stephens Iv
Auctor In Fabula: Umberto Eco And The Intentio Of Foucault's Pendulum, Douglas Stephens Iv
Senior Honors Theses
Umberto Eco’s 1988 novel Foucault’s Pendulum weaves together a wide range of philosophical and literary threads. Many of these threads find their other ends in Eco’s nonfiction works, which focus primarily on the question of interpretation and the source of meaning. The novel, which follows three distinctly overinterpretive characters as they descend into ruin, has been read by some as a retraction or parody of Eco’s own position. However, if Foucault’s Pendulum is indeed polemical, it must be taken as an argument against the mindset which Eco has termed the “hermetic”. Through an examination of his larger theoretical body, including …
Common Sense Theology: An Analysis Of T. L. Carter's Interpretation Of Romans 13:1-7, Joshua Alley
Common Sense Theology: An Analysis Of T. L. Carter's Interpretation Of Romans 13:1-7, Joshua Alley
Senior Honors Theses
Common sense theology has been a part of American theology since the time of the Revolution when Evangelicals incorporated ideals from the Scottish didactic Enlightenment into their thought. This paper deals with the work of one particular author, T. L. Carter, and his interpretation and exegetical work on Romans 13:1-7. It deals with the two major presuppositions of his common sense theology, namely that interpretations of any passage of Scripture will adhere to common sense and will result in a value-based ethic. Following this is an analysis of both the strengths and weaknesses of Carter's methodology.
To The Jew First: A Socio-Historical And Biblical-Theological Analysis Of The Pauline Teaching Of `Election' In Light Of Second Temple Jewish Patterns Of Thought, Anthony Thornhill
To The Jew First: A Socio-Historical And Biblical-Theological Analysis Of The Pauline Teaching Of `Election' In Light Of Second Temple Jewish Patterns Of Thought, Anthony Thornhill
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
Paul's "doctrine" of election has remained a controversial and enigmatic topic for centuries. Few studies, however, have approached Paul's doctrine through the context of Second Temple Judaism. This study examines Paul's view of election through the lens of Second Temple Jewish texts written prior to 70 CE. In doing so, it is argued that the best framework through which to view Paul's discussion of election is through a primarily corporate model of election. While such a model is rooted in Judaism, Paul departs from his Jewish contemporaries in arguing that the locus of election is in God's Messiah, Jesus.
The Identity Of The Διψυχος In The Shepherd Of Hermas, Jeremiah Mutie
The Identity Of The Διψυχος In The Shepherd Of Hermas, Jeremiah Mutie
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Lucian Blaga, The Historical Phenomenon: An Excerpt From The Historical Being, Michael S. Jones
Lucian Blaga, The Historical Phenomenon: An Excerpt From The Historical Being, Michael S. Jones
Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
A Critique Of The Historiographical Construal Of America As A Christian Nation, John David Wilsey
A Critique Of The Historiographical Construal Of America As A Christian Nation, John David Wilsey
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
The Christian America thesis has grown in popularity over the past thirty years. This essay will critique the Christian America thesis, and instead offer the assertion that America was founded as a nation with religious liberty. Six lines of critique of the Christian America thesis will be presented, and the essay will attempt to show the significance of religious freedom in the founding. America‘s history points to a mixture of sacred and secular ideas. The nation is defined more realistically by religious freedom rather than a Christian identity. Evangelicals can approach those who do not share their faith commitment in …
Review: God's Rivals: Why Has God Allowed Different Religions? Insights From The Bible And The Early Church, Michael S. Jones
Review: God's Rivals: Why Has God Allowed Different Religions? Insights From The Bible And The Early Church, Michael S. Jones
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Lucian Blaga On The Nature Of God, Michael S. Jones
Lucian Blaga On The Nature Of God, Michael S. Jones
Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
An Appraisal Of The Esv Study Bible, James A. Borland
An Appraisal Of The Esv Study Bible, James A. Borland
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Revisiting Holy Spirit Language…What Happened At Pentecost?, Donald L. Fowler
Revisiting Holy Spirit Language…What Happened At Pentecost?, Donald L. Fowler
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Memorials 2009, James A. Borland
Memorials 2009, James A. Borland
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Reports Relating To The Sixtieth Annual Meeting Of The Society, James A. Borland
Reports Relating To The Sixtieth Annual Meeting Of The Society, James A. Borland
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Inter-Generational Youth Ministry And The Solution To Volunteers, Steve R. Vandegriff
Inter-Generational Youth Ministry And The Solution To Volunteers, Steve R. Vandegriff
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Reports Relating To The Fifty-Ninth Annual Meeting Of The Society, James A. Borland
Reports Relating To The Fifty-Ninth Annual Meeting Of The Society, James A. Borland
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Memorials 2008, James A. Borland
Memorials 2008, James A. Borland
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Lucian Blaga On The Existence Of God, Michael S. Jones
Lucian Blaga On The Existence Of God, Michael S. Jones
Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Review: Exploring Protestant Traditions: An Invitation To Hospitality, James A. Borland
Review: Exploring Protestant Traditions: An Invitation To Hospitality, James A. Borland
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
The Old And New Man In Ephesians 4:17-24, Lance T. Beauchamp
The Old And New Man In Ephesians 4:17-24, Lance T. Beauchamp
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Reports Relating To The Fifty-Eighth Annual Meeting Of The Society, James A. Borland
Reports Relating To The Fifty-Eighth Annual Meeting Of The Society, James A. Borland
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Memorials 2007, James A. Borland
Memorials 2007, James A. Borland
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Review: Shepherds After My Own Heart: Pastoral Traditions And Leadership In The Bible, Donald L. Fowler
Review: Shepherds After My Own Heart: Pastoral Traditions And Leadership In The Bible, Donald L. Fowler
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Review: Biblical Faith And Other Religions: An Evangelical Assessment, Michael S. Jones
Review: Biblical Faith And Other Religions: An Evangelical Assessment, Michael S. Jones
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
The Impact Of The Reformation On The Fine Arts, John D. Wilsey
The Impact Of The Reformation On The Fine Arts, John D. Wilsey
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Memorials 2006, James A. Borland
Memorials 2006, James A. Borland
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
Review: Encountering The Divine: Theophany In Biblical Narrative, James A. Borland
Review: Encountering The Divine: Theophany In Biblical Narrative, James A. Borland
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
"Will A Man Rob God?" (Malachi 3:8): A Study Of Tithing In The Old And New Testaments, Andreas J. Kostenberger, David A. Croteau
"Will A Man Rob God?" (Malachi 3:8): A Study Of Tithing In The Old And New Testaments, Andreas J. Kostenberger, David A. Croteau
SOR Faculty Publications and Presentations
Is tithing, that is, giving ten percent of one's income, obligatory for Christians? This first in a series of two articles investigates this question by studying all references to tithing in Scripture. The discussion commences with OT references to tithing prior to the giving of the Mosaic Law, then in the Mosaic Low, the historical, and the prophetic books. This is followed by a study of the three major NT passages on tithing. This article concludes that none of the OT or NT passages can legitimately be used to argue for the continuation of tithing in the new covenant period.