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Books > Religion & Spirituality > Non-Christian sacred works & liturgy > Liturgy > General
Rediscover the space you need in between your work, your schedule,
and your limits by eliminating unneeded frustrations and reflecting
on how you spend your time. From Richard Swenson, author of the
bestselling book "Margin," this devotional's 180 daily readings
offer encouragement, healing, and rest as you deal with time
management, stress, and busyness.
This book, which developed from an understanding of the dialectical
relationship between theology and the church, provides information
about the function and domain of language in the church through an
analysis of its creedal statements. The study begins with an
historical investigation of the crisis in linguistic interpretation
in the church and theological community. Subsequently, a
philosophical framework is presented through an investigation of
particularly significant aspects of Ludwig Wittgenstein's later
writings. Following a discussion of the alternative readings of
Wittgenstein by theologians, examples are presented for ways in
which we can apply Wittgenstein's linguistic approach to the
interpretation of creeds. After distinguishing optional approaches
to the creeds, the book presents an understanding of creedal
statements in light of Wittgenstein. Reclaiming the functional
nature of doxological language within its liturgical context
provides a central connection between the language of the church
and the actions of its members.
The #1 "New York Times" best seller. More than 1.5 million copies
in print. Now available in a heat-burnished, simulated leather,
keepsake gift edition. Unconditional love is eagerly promised at
weddings, but rarely practiced in real life. As a result, romantic
hopes are often replaced with disappointment in the home. But it
doesn't have to stay that way. "The Love Dare," as featured in the
popular new movie Fireproof (from the makers of Facing the Giants),
is a 40-day challenge for husbands and wives to understand and
practice unconditional love. Whether your marriage is hanging by a
thread or healthy and strong, "The Love Dare" is a journey you need
to take. It's time to learn the keys to finding true intimacy and
developing a dynamic marriage. Take the dare!
Right across denominational boundaries lay theology is dominated by
negatives: the laity simply defined as the non-ordained, the
alleged exclusion of the laity from full participation, the sole
focus on what they cannot or should not do, and, above all, the
total absence of an ecumenical lay theology. In a unique approach,
this volume sets out to find ways of overcoming these negatives so
predominant in current lay theology. The author explores positions
and perspectives put forward in Roman Catholic theology from
Vatican II up to the present. These are compared and contrasted
with concepts and suggestions of present-day Anglican Theology as
well as with those of liberative theologies in Latin America and
Asia. Rethinking the content, language, and metaphors of lay
theology, in the final part of this volume the author proposes a
new image for discussing the Church, a model focusing on the
interdependence and collaboration of all the people in the Church.
This is then used to sketch out the framework for a new type of lay
theology. Imbedded in ecclesiology, in the concept of all believers
together being the Church, the author endeavours to suggest a lay
theology that is indeed positive, ecumenical and universal.
Despite the numerous famous examples of "les litanies" in French
poetry, the manner in which the structures of this form of worship
affect the versification strategies of poems has not previously
been discussed thoroughly. Litanic verse, whose origins are as
ancient as those of the litany genre, is recognized in works whose
poetic diction, in whole or in part, includes the distinctive
features of the litany, such as enumeration, parallelism, anaphora,
and epiphora. The third volume describes the development of litanic
verse from troubadour poetry and Old French religious verse up to
World War II. This rich and multifaceted material is presented in
chronological order and in the context of different literary
genres.
Enrich your spiritual practice with a deeper understanding of
Hebrew blessing.
A Hebrew blessing is a powerful thing a short, deeply meditative
exercise exploring the nature of God and the dynamic relationship
between God, human consciousness and the unfolding universe.
Written in clear, illuminating prose, this book will guide you
through the opening words of a Hebrew blessing six words which
embody the depth of Jewish spirituality revealing how the letters
and words combine to promote joy and appreciation, wonder and
thankfulness, amazement and praise. Each word becomes an invitation
to discover the Presence of God flowing through even the smallest
actions of our lives.
Examine the deeper meaning behind: Barukh Ata Adonay Eloheynu
Melekh Ha Olam
In the ancient language of the Jewish mystical tradition and
the modern language of hasidism, creation theology and psychology,
"The Path of Blessing "brings the words of the Hebrew invocation
dramatically alive.
"The Goodly Word: Al-Kalim al-Tayyib"-written by the renowned
fourteenth century jurist, Ahmad Ibn Taymiyya-is one of the most
referred to works on prayer and the merits of prayer. Exclusively
based on what the Prophet Muhammad himself said and did, "The
Goodly Word" includes prayers for every moment of the Muslim's
life. It is presented in a bi-lingual edition so that the exact
prayers of the Prophet can be read in the original Arabic. "The
Goodly Word" has been translated into English by the late Ezzeddin
Ibrahim and Denys Johnson-Davies, two distinguished scholars who
have also translated "An-Nawawi's Forty Hadith" and "Forty Hadith
Qudsi", both published by the Islamic Texts Society.
Among other relevant issues, this book adds new insights to the
proposed Igbo Christian rites of reconciliation. Towards an
inculturation, the resolutional equations of the Igbo cultural
method of reconciliation - oriko in ala di mma - are balanced with
the sacrament of reconciliation in operational life of the people
who are pastorally concerned. In this context, the author refers to
the Owerri archdiocesan working document on emume nsacha na ndozi,
meaning a ritual of purification and peace, as well as to the Igbo
Christian rite of reconciliation proposed by Augustine Echema. The
method of these new rites is para-liturgical in nature which
highlights the importance of reconciliation of human beings with
themselves, their neighbours and God, whenever sin has taken place.
Paradoxically, this new method of reconciliation can broaden
ecumenism and strengthens the social, cultural, political and
religious lives of the people. In this sense, reconciliation can be
seen as a natural spiritual cord that ties people to themselves and
to God in a communal and Christian environment.
A new translation of the foundation texts of the Zoroastrian
religion, the Gathas (songs) composed by Zoraster himself, together
with the Liturgy in seven chapters composed shortly after his death
some 2600 years ago. After a substantial introduction to
Zoroaster's religious thought, West presents the translations with
facing page explanations of the meaning of each verse.
This book explores theologically the practice of hospital chaplains
seeking to meet the spiritual needs of parents bereaved by baby
death in-utero. The lived experience of bereaved parents, gathered
through a series of in-depth interviews, informs such an
exploration. Parents describe the trauma of late miscarriage and
stillbirth as still being shrouded by silence, myth and
misunderstanding in contemporary society. Up-to-date theoretical
understandings of grief are also re-examined in light of parents'
stories of living with baby death. This book offers suggestions as
to how the actual spiritual needs of parents may be met and their
grief sensitively facilitated through the sharing of rituals
co-constructed by parents and chaplain which seek to have
theological integrity yet be relevant in our postomodern age. In
our prevalent culture of caring, where increasingly ongoing
professional and personal development are regarded as normative,
recommendations are made which may aid reflection on current, or
shape future, practice for chaplains, pastors, students and various
healthcare professionals.
A selection from Underhill's enduring devotional writings, chosen
for their pertinence to Lenten themes. Half a century has passed
since Evelyn Underhill's death, yet her devotional writings have
endured as a beacon to those who seek a deeper understanding of the
interior life in the mystical Christian tradition. The editor's
personal discovery of Underhill's works when he was a young student
at General Theological Seminary moved him to pursue an extensive
knowledge of her writings. From these he has skillfully culled
readings appropriate for every day of Lent, from Ash Wednesday to
Easter Eve and broadly following liturgical themes. Now back in
print, these selections were chosen with the purpose of deepening
Lenten observance by allowing the reader to follow the thought of
Underhill, from the spiritual stocktaking theme for Ash Wednesday
to Easter Saturday's joyous anticipation of God's ultimate Gift.
Saint Therese of Lisieux is known as a saint, mystic, Doctor of the
Church and is one of the most venerated saints of the Church. Her
simple, yet remarkably profound Little Way is a wonderful devotion
for all Christians.
Now, take the wisdom and holiness of Saint Therese wherever you
go. In " 30 Days with Saint Therese of Lisieux," Thomas J.
Craughwell packs the wisdom of Saint Therese and the scriptures
into a 30-day devotional.
Supplemented by meditations and prayers for each day, "30 Days
with Saint Therese of Lisieux" is the perfect way to begin
following her Little Way.
Scholars and experts in anthropology, theatricality,
ethnoscenology, dance, religious studies, theology, history and art
have contributed to the inspiring exchange of intellectual inquiry
in this book. It presents the revised lectures and a selection of
the revised papers from the international and interdisciplinary
conference Religion, Ritual, Theatre which took place in April 2006
at the University of Copenhagen. The aim of the book is to
intertwine new theories with concrete case studies in an empirical
and practical manner. Case studies from different places and
various cultures in Europe, South Africa, the Near East and India
demonstrate noticeable parallels concerning the notions of
embodiment and practice. Even though these upcoming perspectives
share a rather redundant vocabulary they nevertheless seem to
contribute to a common ground of a phenomenology of the body, of
action and perception.
He is risen Now what? How does the resurrection of Jesus impact my
everyday life, and why should I care? Pastor Ray Johnston provides
a resource for individuals and communities who want to explore the
implications of the Resurrection on Christian life. This Changes
Everything explores thirty practical ways Christ's victory over the
grave changed the lives of early believers and can transform us
today. This resource has been given to thousands of new Christians
at Bayside Church where the author is the founding pastor. While
not primarily an apologetics text, This Changes Everything provides
helpful apologetics resources while speaking practically about the
impact of the resurrection of Jesus in ordinary life. Let your
whole life declare, "He is risen, indeed "
800 promises from the Word of God with biblical answers to almost
every spiritual and personal problem encountered today. The
promises are categorized to speak to specific situations for quick
reference. Find hope and the knowledge of God's abundant grace
through reading God's promises, one after another. Your faith will
be strengthened and your soul encouraged.
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