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Investigating The Relationship Between Noun Classes And Plant Folk Taxonomy In Chasu Language Of Kilimanjaro Region In Tanzania, Peter Rabson Mziray Nov 2025

Investigating The Relationship Between Noun Classes And Plant Folk Taxonomy In Chasu Language Of Kilimanjaro Region In Tanzania, Peter Rabson Mziray

Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences

The current study investigates the relationship between noun classes and plant folk taxonomy in Chasu (G 22). The study focuses on two objectives: the first objective is to describe the plant folk taxonomy in Chasu and the second objective is to determine the relationship between noun classes and plant folk taxonomy in Chasu. Data were collected from rural villages in Same and Mwanga districts by using free listing, field interviews (jungle-walk-and-identify), and written texts containing Chasu plant names. The findings reveal that Chasu folk taxonomy reflects different ethnobotanical categories; including a unique beginner which is mmea/mimea ‘plant(s)’, and three life …


Living Heritage, Resilience And Ethically Informed Infrastructures In Malawi, Martha B. Lerski, Frank Puluputu Mwale Jun 2025

Living Heritage, Resilience And Ethically Informed Infrastructures In Malawi, Martha B. Lerski, Frank Puluputu Mwale

Publications and Research

Rooted in a rural community’s needs, this paper explores how historically, and ethically informed infrastructures can support community engagement towards identification, documentation, and dissemination of local, traditional, and indigenous knowledge relating to climate change. The paper examines climate adaptation and sustainability issues through the lenses of community organizing and Library & Information Science best practices. It draws on a growing body of literature identifying a role for expanded epistemological and subject discipline perspectives. While the impacts of climate on material culture are increasingly recognized, intangible, and biocultural heritage have not received as much attention. Living heritage traditions and knowledge systems …


Arts-Based Sustainability: From New York To Malawi, Martha B. Lerski Jun 2025

Arts-Based Sustainability: From New York To Malawi, Martha B. Lerski

Publications and Research

Recognizing that libraries serve multiple constituencies and subject areas, this chapter documents and advocates for development of transdisciplinary arts-based research (ABR) and culture-related projects linked to environmental challenges. Libraries contribute collections and spaces, as well as the research of library and information scientists. Libraries are currently among invisible contributors to sustainability planning and services. The chapter will link this invisibility to the value of what visual arts refer to as negative space elements in subjects ranging from traditional ecological knowledge to environmental science. Library collections, projects, and research contribute to education for sustainable development (ESD) as required to achieve the …


Wilson, Debbie W. Little Strength, Big God. Abilene, Tx: Leafwood Publishers, 2023., Katie M. Meeks Jul 2024

Wilson, Debbie W. Little Strength, Big God. Abilene, Tx: Leafwood Publishers, 2023., Katie M. Meeks

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Is Social Justice Just?", Jonathan Lawler Dec 2023

Review Of "Is Social Justice Just?", Jonathan Lawler

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "People Get Ready: Twelve Jesus-Haunted Misfits, Malcontents, And Dreamers In Pursuit Of Justice", Andrew C. Stout Dec 2023

Review Of "People Get Ready: Twelve Jesus-Haunted Misfits, Malcontents, And Dreamers In Pursuit Of Justice", Andrew C. Stout

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "40 Questions About Arminianism", John Jaeger Dec 2023

Review Of "40 Questions About Arminianism", John Jaeger

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "40 Questions About Prayer", Joshua Strickler Dec 2023

Review Of "40 Questions About Prayer", Joshua Strickler

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Liturgical Mission: The Work Of The People For The Life Of The World", Joshua Strickler Dec 2023

Review Of "Liturgical Mission: The Work Of The People For The Life Of The World", Joshua Strickler

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "40 Questions About Women In Ministry", Keilah Villa Dec 2023

Review Of "40 Questions About Women In Ministry", Keilah Villa

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "1 Peter: A Commentary For Biblical Preaching And Teaching", Francisco De Assis Nogueria Barros Dec 2023

Review Of "1 Peter: A Commentary For Biblical Preaching And Teaching", Francisco De Assis Nogueria Barros

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Prayerwalk: Becoming A Woman Of Prayer, Strength, & Discipline", Jaclyn Lee Parrott Dec 2023

Review Of "Prayerwalk: Becoming A Woman Of Prayer, Strength, & Discipline", Jaclyn Lee Parrott

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Persuasive Apologetics: The Art Of Handling Tough Questions Without Pushing People Away", Arianna Dahlia Dec 2023

Review Of "Persuasive Apologetics: The Art Of Handling Tough Questions Without Pushing People Away", Arianna Dahlia

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "The Manifold Beauty Of Genesis One: A Multi-Layered Approach", Scott Lloyd Dec 2023

Review Of "The Manifold Beauty Of Genesis One: A Multi-Layered Approach", Scott Lloyd

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Three In One: Analogies For The Trinity", Steve Emerson Dec 2023

Review Of "Three In One: Analogies For The Trinity", Steve Emerson

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "A Trail Guide For Church Ministry: A Proverbial Journey", Craig Rosenbeck Dec 2023

Review Of "A Trail Guide For Church Ministry: A Proverbial Journey", Craig Rosenbeck

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Gospel Witness Through The Ages: A History Of Evangelism", Darcy Gullacher Dec 2023

Review Of "Gospel Witness Through The Ages: A History Of Evangelism", Darcy Gullacher

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Jeremiah And Lamentations: A Commentary For Biblical Preaching And Teaching", John Jaeger Dec 2023

Review Of "Jeremiah And Lamentations: A Commentary For Biblical Preaching And Teaching", John Jaeger

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Another Gospel?: A Lifelong Christian Seeks Truth In Response To Progressive Christianity", Robert J. Oliverio Dec 2023

Review Of "Another Gospel?: A Lifelong Christian Seeks Truth In Response To Progressive Christianity", Robert J. Oliverio

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Divine Love Theory: How The Trinity Is The Source And Foundation Of Morality", Jaclyn Lee Parrott Dec 2023

Review Of "Divine Love Theory: How The Trinity Is The Source And Foundation Of Morality", Jaclyn Lee Parrott

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Ecclesiastes: A Reflective Exposition", Jaclyn Lee Parrott Dec 2023

Review Of "Ecclesiastes: A Reflective Exposition", Jaclyn Lee Parrott

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Faith And Fake News: A Guide To Consuming Information Wisely", Katherine J. Graber Dec 2023

Review Of "Faith And Fake News: A Guide To Consuming Information Wisely", Katherine J. Graber

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Calvin On The Death Of Christ: A Word For The World", Jonathan Mccormick Dec 2023

Review Of "Calvin On The Death Of Christ: A Word For The World", Jonathan Mccormick

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Jesus Revolution: How God Transformed An Unlikely Generation And How He Can Do It Again Today (Movie Ed.)", Robert J. Oliverio Dec 2023

Review Of "Jesus Revolution: How God Transformed An Unlikely Generation And How He Can Do It Again Today (Movie Ed.)", Robert J. Oliverio

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Niv Heritage Bible, Passaggio Setting", Stephanie B. Leupp Dec 2023

Review Of "Niv Heritage Bible, Passaggio Setting", Stephanie B. Leupp

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Reflections On The Names Of God: 180 Devotions To Know God More Fully", Cynthia Hammell Dec 2023

Review Of "Reflections On The Names Of God: 180 Devotions To Know God More Fully", Cynthia Hammell

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Review Of "Topical Preaching In A Complex World: How To Proclaim Truth And Relevance At The Same Time", Craig Rosenbeck Dec 2023

Review Of "Topical Preaching In A Complex World: How To Proclaim Truth And Relevance At The Same Time", Craig Rosenbeck

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Four Nineteenth Century Disciples Of Christ Scholarly Quarterlies: An Index Of The Christian Quarterly (1869-1876), The Christian Quarterly Review (1882-1889), The New Christian Quarterly (1892-1896), And The Christian Quarterly (New Series) (1897-1899), Marvin D. Williams Jan 2020

Four Nineteenth Century Disciples Of Christ Scholarly Quarterlies: An Index Of The Christian Quarterly (1869-1876), The Christian Quarterly Review (1882-1889), The New Christian Quarterly (1892-1896), And The Christian Quarterly (New Series) (1897-1899), Marvin D. Williams

Stone-Campbell Indexes

No abstract provided.


Barcoding And Ils Migration From Start To Finish: A Case Study, Beth Arjona May 2018

Barcoding And Ils Migration From Start To Finish: A Case Study, Beth Arjona

The Christian Librarian

This practice-oriented article outlines one institution’s process of implementing both electronic checkout and a new integrated library system (ILS) for an academic library of 187,000 physical items. Special attention is given to the need for background research, administrative buy-in, and project management. Lessons learned and recommendations conclude the article.


Index To Missionary Tidings (1883-1919), David I. Mcwhirter Jan 2000

Index To Missionary Tidings (1883-1919), David I. Mcwhirter

Stone-Campbell Indexes

No abstract provided.