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The Sabbath In The Pentateuch: An Exegetical And Theological Study, Mathilde Frey

Dissertations

Many studies have explored the seventh-day Sabbath in the Pentateuch from historical-critical, theological, and historical perspectives. However, systematic contextual exegesis and close reading of the pentateuchal Sabbath texts have been neglected. This dissertation investigates literary features of these passages in their respective contexts and develops an integrated Sabbath theology from the viewpoint of the Pentateuch as a whole.

In chapter 1, an overview of literature on the biblical Sabbath introduces the topic and describes the methodology of the study. Chapters 2 to 5 explore specific contextual, stylistic, and linguistic elements of the pentateuchal Sabbath pericopes, which contribute to expression of …

Katapausis And Sabbatismos In Hebrews 4, Erhard Gallos

Dissertations

Problem. Enthusiasm for the subject has not resulted in a general consensus regarding the meaning of “rest” in Heb 4. The dissertation studies the meaning of katapausis and sabbatismos in Heb 4 together with its relation to the neglected gatherings in Heb 10.

Method. The study consists of an analysis of those passages in which the rest motif is found explicitly (Heb 3-4) as well as the unit (Heb 10) which exhibits cohesion to the rest motif in Heb 4, giving special attention to the use of the term katapausis in the Septuagint, sabbatismos in Christian and non-Christian literature, and …

Toward A Mediating Understanding Of Tongues: A Historical And Exegetical Examination Of Early Literature, Shane M. Kraeger

Liberty Theological Review

Studies regarding pneumatology and charismata have maintained distinctions largely due to previously held presuppositions. Christians have debated Luke’s and Paul’s usage of specific words and have taken diametrically opposite positions on this issue. This study will not attempt to answer the question of the legitimacy of spiritual gifts; we must, rather, begin from a proper understanding of words and concepts, thus allowing God’s Word to change us if we are to be mindful of our obedience toward Him. This study will examine the historic meaning of the word and concept of tongues in order to better gauge Luke’s and Paul’s—and …

Toward Trinitarian Thinking In The Hebrew Scriptures, Jiri Moskala

Faculty Publications

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Manhaj Tad'if Al-Hadith Ibn Hajar Al-'Asqalani Dalam Talkhis Al-Habir., Mohammad Hilmi Abdul Rahim

Student Works (2010-2019)

This study is an effort to clarify the discipline needed in valuing the recitation of a hadith.  Prime focus is directed specially towards those hadiths of which their trustworthiness has been repudiated and whose origin traceable to the Prophet p.b.u.h has been rejected.  In addition, this study will also clarify all related terminologies used as a yard-stick to provide reasons why the recitation of a hadith is considered weak and unacceptable.  The writer uses the “library-research”method when compiling informations and then analysing those informations by giving his support or criticising on any views being presented.  Focus exposition and explanation on …

Metodologi Pentafsiran Sheikh Muhammad Idris Al-Marbawi Dalam Kitab Tafsir Quran Marbawi., Nor Azlida Aziz

Student Works (2010-2019)

The Exegesis Methodology of Sheikh Muhammad Idris Al-Marbawi in his Tafsir Quran Marbawi. This research is concerned with Qur’anic exegesis of Sheikh Muhammad Idris Al-Marbawi’s books. In Malaysia he was almost recognized scholar in Arabic Language and hadith then Qur’anic exegesis and Malay Community through his valuable dictionary, Kamus al-Marbawi. Through this research, the writer will introduce the author to the public and Malay world that he is a scholar in Qura’anic exegesis and available to write a book in those field. The writer attempts to study al-Marbawi’s skills in various methods in order to develop his own methodology of …

Peranan Wanita Dalam Dakwah Mengikut Perspektif Al-Qur'an : Kajian Surah Ali 'Imran., Nor Hanani Mohd Noor

Student Works (2010-2019)

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Marwiyat Jabir Bin Zayd Wa-Al-Hasan Al-Basri Fi Al-Tafsir : Dirasah Wa-Tahlil., Hajir 'Amr Khalifah Al-Nami

Student Works (2010-2019)

This study focuses on gathering the narratives of Jabir Ibn Zayd and al-Hasan al-Basri on interpretation of the Holy Quran, this operation will be done through browsing these two books: Jami’ Al-Bayan by al-Tabari and Al-Jami’ li ‘Ahkami al-Qur’an by al-Qurtubi. The study also aims to examine these narratives in order to discover their methodology, the originality of their thought and the areas of their opinions in understanding the Quranic text, thus inferring the sources and tools they used in their understanding which requires knowing their personality characteristics and their status in the sight of the scholars specialized in this …

Tafsiran Ayat-Ayat Sifat : Perbandingan Antara Fakhr Al-Din Al-Razi Dan Ibn Taymiyyah., Ahmad Nazri Zainol

Student Works (2010-2019)

The Interpretation Of Verses On “sifat”: A Comparative Study Between Fakhr al-Din al-Razi And Ibn Taymiyyah al-Harrani. The study attempts to analyse the methods of interpretation and understanding of the verses between the two renowned Islamic scholars, Fakhr al-Din al-Razi (544H/601H-1149M/1210M) and Ibn Taymiyyah al-Harrani (661H- 728H/1263M-1328M) based on their respective works Tafsir Mafatih al- Ghayb and al-Tafsir al-Kabir. To gather the required data the researcher uses the historical and documentation method while inductive, deductive and comparative approaches in analyzing the data. The study finds that Fakhr al-Din al-Razi representing the Khalaf school interpreted the verses by the combination and …

Tarajim Al-Abwab Di Dalam Sahih Al-Bukhari : Kajian Terhadap Manuskrip Sharh Tarjamah Al-Bab Oleh Mawlana Tok Khurasan., Mohd Asmawi Muhamad

Student Works (2010-2019)

This study is to discuss one of the most important aspects in Sahih al-Bukhari, tarjamah al-bab or giving name of the chapter with focus of the manuscript Sharh Tarjamah al- Bab by Mawlana Tok Kurasan. Its main purpose is to highlight the general role and contribution of local scholar directly study of hadith and the public will realize the existence of this manuscript further assess suitability to serve as a source of reference. Information and results obtained with the findings of this study apply the research library and field research. Study of the manuscript was done in two forms, namely …

Radical Reformation Ecclesiology As Theological Politics : The Church In Anarchistic Dissent Against Imperial Theology, Scott Cooper Mcdaniel

ATS Dissertations

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The Function Of Loipos In Contexts Of Judgment And Salvation In The Book Of Revelation, Leslie N. Pollard

Dissertations

Problem addressed. The function of loipos in the Apocalypse is the focus of this research.

Method. A close reading approach to the Apocalypse was employed in this study. Every occurrence of loipos as it applies to human entities in contexts of judgment and salvation in the Apocalypse is examined. First, comes textual and translation matters. Then the examination of the literary context and structure follows. Next comes the historical background to each passage. Finally, the interpretation of that passage is presented.

Results. Chapter 1 presents a review of the scholarly literature from the Old and New Testaments on the remnant …

Proclamation In Cross-Cultural Context: Missiological Implications Of The Book Of Daniel, Sung Ik Kim

Dissertations

This study attempts to explore the biblical foundation ofsalvific mission as revealed in God's purposes for the nations (missio Dei ) in the book of Daniel and to investigate the means that Daniel employed in his ministry as an overt missionary who was sent to witness to God's salvific purpose in the cross-cultural context of heathen kingdoms.

The main objective of this research is to validate the book of Daniel as a missionary document and show that its missiological implications are still relevant to present-day missions. Chapter 2 explores the salvific purpose of missio Dei in the book of …

Theology Of Judgment In Genesis 6-9, Chun Sik Park

Dissertations

The present dissertation seeks to develop a theology of judgment in Gen 6-9. Following an introductory chapter, the second chapter is devoted to analyzing the three main extrabiblical ANE flood stories (the Eridu Genesis, the Atra-Hasis Epic, and the Gilgamesh Epic) from the four aspects of judgment: date, cause and purpose, extent, and procedure. The analysis of those stories reveals that the ANE flood was a historical and local (global dimension is implied) event without moral cause, and that the judgment of the deities had a procedure of investigation, sentence, execution, and mitigation. The third chapter treats the theology of …

Miniature Symbolization And The Year-Day Principle Of Prophetic Interpretation / Alberto R. Timm., Alberto R. Timm

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

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Paul's Apparent Reversal Of Concern For The Weak Brother In L Corinthians 10:29b-30: An Examination Of The Text In Light Of Greco-Roman Rhetoric, Moses Oladele Taiwo

Dissertations

Problem . In 1 Cor 8:1-10:29a, Paul has been consistently on the side of the brother in 8:11 whose conscience is weak to eat food offered to idols. But, in 10:29b-30, he seems to reverse himself, here suggesting that one should be able to eat anything, regardless of its provenance or the effect such eating may have on others. Or, what should be made of the two questions asked in the text that appear neither fitted to the context nor directly answered by what precedes and follows in the discussion of εἰδωλόθυτα in 8:1-11:17?

Approach . Scholars have employed various …

God And Leviathan : A Canonical And Ancient Near Eastern Dialogue, Mattie Green Greathouse

ATS Dissertations

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Creation In Isaiah, Wann M. Fanwar

Dissertations

This study investigates the role of creation thought in Isaiah in order to determine its relationship to Isaiah's concept of God as creator, especially as it pertains to his salvific work for and through Israel. This investigation is carried out in three steps. First, Isaiah's use of creation language, which involves specific explicit creation terms and implicit references (metaphors), is investigated. Second, selected creation texts, namely, 4:2-6; 43:1-7; 44:24-45:25; and 65:17-25, are exegeted. Third, Isaiah's creation thought is studied in relationship to other significant concepts in the book, such as salvation theology and redemption history, and God's salvific intention for …

Modern Feminism, Religious Pluralism, And Scripture, Jo Ann Davidson

Faculty Publications

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The Cultic Motif In Space And Time In The Book Of Daniel, Winfried Vogel

Dissertations

The purpose of this dissertation is to study spatio-temporal elements that contribute to a cultic motif in the book of Daniel and to ascertain the impact of that motif on the theology of the book.

Chapter 1 investigates the following references and allusions to cult in the realm of space: mountain, sanctuary, temple, throne, and city. All of the texts where these references and allusions occur are examined by linguistic, literary, and contextual analyses, taking into account biblical and non-biblical traditions.

Chapter 2 investigates the following references and allusions to cult in the realm of time: time of theevening offering, …

A Study Of The Structure Of James, Takahito Iwagami

ATS Dissertations

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From Eschatology To Ethics : Approaching Paul's Collection For Jerusalem, Bart Burdette Bruehler

ATS Dissertations

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The Role Of Women In The Church : A Study Of 1 Corinthians 11:2-16, 14:34-35, And 1 Timothy 2:8-15, Ronald John Matar

ATS Dissertations

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Rules Of Faith And Rules Of Method : English Bible As Postmodern Biblical Criticism, John Darwin Wadhams

ATS Dissertations

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The Teacher Of Righteousness In The Dead Sea Scrolls, Robert H. Cooney

ATS Dissertations

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Interpretations Of The Book Of Ruth : A Critical Study, Kari Johansson Myers

ATS Dissertations

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The Michael Figure In The Book Of Daniel, Lewis O. Anderson

Dissertations

Problem. In the book of Daniel, The Michael figure, although mentioned only three times, occupies a prominent position in history and at the eschaton as the heavenly guardian prince of Israel. The Michael problem, although complex, may be understood as basically twofold: Who is Michael? What is Michael's function?

In the first question, a basic issue is whether Michael is a prominent angel, or a divine, messianic being. Another issue in this same question is the extent to which Michael is to be identified with other OT beings, within or outside the book of Daniel, such as the Son of …

The Use And Abuse Of Authority: An Investigation Of The Ἐξουσία Passages In Revelation, Laszlo I. Hangyas

Dissertations

The purpose of this dissertation is to carry outa linguistic, structural, and exegetical investigation of the term ἐξουσία as it occurs in the Greek text of the Apocalypse.

Chapter 1 provides an overview of the pertinent literature dealing with ἐξουσία. The review follows a chronological order to demonstrate a trend in the development of ἐξουσία studies. Earlier works put more emphasis on the meaning of power or authority, whereas recent studies point to liberty and right as the primary meaning of ἐξουσία. The current tendency emphasizes philosophical and socio-ethical aspects without due consideration of the etymology of the term.

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The Ministry Of Prayer : As Revealed In The Book Of Revelation, Larry Alan Locke

ATS Dissertations

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The Structure Of Jeremiah 4:5-6:30, Joseph Michael Henderson

ATS Dissertations

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