This volume provides a guide to research in the field of Greek Myth, introducing the main questions, theories and methods related to the study of Greek Myth today.
The second volume of the series "e;Key Concepts in Interreligious Discourses"e; points out the roots of the concept of 'human rights' in Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
The idea that God reveals himself to human beings is central in Judaism, Christianity and Islam, but differs in regard of content and conceptualization.
*; Examines the esoteric side of texts and tales from the Middle Ages, including the enduring presence of haunted areas and power places and the roles of witches, house spirits, rune priests, shapeshifters, and the undead*; Discusses the dividing line between magic and deviltry, as well as the significance of grimoires, bells, blacksmiths, storm callers, and more*; Serves as a guide to a still-present magical and imaginal realm, pointing readers to the borderlands and liminal thresholds that enable access to the other worldIn this new collection of his writings, scholar and Sorbonne professor Claude Lecouteux reveals that the magical world of the distant past is real and still very presentif you know where to look.
Given Leopold Zunz's difficult German style and the tight conciseness of his presentation, it is hardly surprising that no English translation of his Die Ritus (1859) has been published.
Unearth the power of natural magic with this guide to green witchcraftGreen witchcraft is a school of magic that relies on living in harmony with the earth and its many natural wonders and this book is your guide.
Due to the long presence of Muslims in Islamic territories (Al-Andalus and Granada) and of Muslims minorities in the Christians parts, the Iberian Peninsula provides a fertile soil for the study of the Qur'an and Qur'an translations made by both Muslims and Christians.
Shortly after 500 CE, the Syriac-speaking priest and physician Sergius of Resh'aina, who had studied in Alexandria, wrote the first known exposition of Aristotle in a Semitic language.
The idea that God reveals himself to human beings is central in Judaism, Christianity and Islam, but differs in regard of content and conceptualization.
The Oxford Handbook of Philosophy of Religion contains newly commissioned chapters by 21 prominent experts who cover the field in a comprehensive but accessible manner.
How can we make sense of the persistent political instability in Guinea-Bissau, a small country that has hosted extensive international interventions and made world news headlines over several decades?
This book is a theological and political exploration of how Christianity may be compatible with polytheism, arguing that there is no singular "e;orthodoxy"e;, rather we see "e;polydoxy"e;.
Hannah M Cotton's collected papers focus on questions which have fascinated her for over four decades: the concrete relationships between law, language, administration and everyday life in Judaea and Nabataea in particular, and in the Roman world as a whole.
Science, Politics and Gnosticism comprises two essays by Eric Voegelin (1901-85), arguably one of the most provocative and influential political philosophers of the last century.
The main objective of this book is to add, from a humanist perspective, new interdisciplinary insights and research results to the current academic debate on aging.
Diario del destierro narra, desde la mirada en primera persona del padre Peramás, el viaje de peregrinación de los jesuitas expulsados de América en tiempos de Carlos III, posterior a la creación de la Compañía de Jesús y la instalación de la comunidad jesuítica en América.
Der Grundkurs Neutestamentliches Griechisch führt in das Altgriechische ein, wie es von den Autoren des Neuen Testaments verwendet wurde, und leitet zum Übersetzen ins Deutsche an.
Tauchen Sie ein in die faszinierende Welt der Naturgeister und entdecken Sie, wie Sie Ihr Leben durch die tiefe Verbindung mit den unsichtbaren Hütern der Natur bereichern können.
This book brings together studies on how congregations have resources which can promote health with a focus on accompanying people with depression as well as how congregations can be sensitized to mental health and the needs of persons living with mental disorders.
Modernismus- und Antimodernimuskrise in der katholischen Kirche sind ein höchst bewegtes und entscheidendes Kapitel der modernen Kirchen- und Sozialgeschichte.
Science, Politics and Gnosticism comprises two essays by Eric Voegelin (1901-85), arguably one of the most provocative and influential political philosophers of the last century.
This book offers the first in-depth treatment in English language of Habermas's long-awaited work on religion, Auch eine Geschichte der Philosophie, published in 2019.
Embark on a Voyage of Discovery: Chart Your Course with Timeless Philosophic PrinciplesWithin the pages of Lifescapes: Shaping Your Worldview with Timeless Wisdom, readers are invited on a transformative journey that spans epochs, bridging ancient thought with the nuanced tapestry of the modern era.
Over the last twenty years, the rise of Qur'anic studies has been one of the most remarkable developments within the wider framework of Islamic scholarship.
In "e;The Subconscious & The Superconscious Planes of Mind"e;, William Walker Atkinson delves into the realms of the mind that are often overlooked but hold immense power over our thoughts and actions.
Voltaire's 'ZADIG - The Book of Faith' is a compelling historical novel that delves into the themes of destiny, morality, and the importance of faith in the face of adversity.
