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Papal collectors recovered monies due from the clergy to the
Apostolic Chamber and in the late Middle Ages were an important
factor in the communication between the Papacy and the Church as a
whole, particularly as in some countries they assumed the functions
of diplomatic representatives. The study examines all aspects of
collectorship including a comparison of the financial revenue it
yielded it different European countries. The volume also includes a
prosopographic study of the collectors and sub-collectors in the
German-speaking areas of Europe, complete with bibliographic
references on the members of this group.
Lanna Buddhism is a variant of Theravada Buddhism that evolved
between the 13th and 16th centuries in northern Thailand and spread
to neighbouring areas of the Upper Mekong region. A salient feature
is the belief in charismatic monks, some of whom are renowned for
their asceticism, supernatural powers and strivings to recreate a
utopian 'Buddha-land'. Issues highlighted in the book are the
relationship of these charismatic monks to the state and
state-controlled monkhood (sangha), the tendency for religious
construction to spill over into economic development activities,
and the diversity of lowland and highland devotional communities
from Thailand and Myanmar.The book also explores contemporary
influences on this religious tradition: the continuing
marginalization of highland minorities and consequent devotion to
messianic leaders, the incorporation for Lanna holy men into a
national constellation of popular charismatic monks, the
commercialization of Buddhism, and the patronage of wealthy urban
elites.Charismatic Monks of Lanna Buddhism will appeal to scholars
within the fields of Buddhist studies, Thai studies and the
anthropology of religion as well as to those with an interest in
the study of contemporary religious change in Thailand.
Lanna Buddhism is a variant of Theravada Buddhism that evolved
between the 13th and 16th centuries in northern Thailand and spread
to neighbouring areas of the Upper Mekong region. A salient feature
is the belief in charismatic monks, some of whom are renowned for
their asceticism, supernatural powers and strivings to recreate a
utopian 'Buddha-land'. Issues highlighted in the book are the
relationship of these charismatic monks to the state and
state-controlled monkhood (sangha), the tendency for religious
construction to spill over into economic development activities,
and the diversity of lowland and highland devotional communities
from Thailand and Myanmar.The book also explores contemporary
influences on this religious tradition: the continuing
marginalization of highland minorities and consequent devotion to
messianic leaders, the incorporation for Lanna holy men into a
national constellation of popular charismatic monks, the
commercialization of Buddhism, and the patronage of wealthy urban
elites.Charismatic Monks of Lanna Buddhism will appeal to scholars
within the fields of Buddhist studies, Thai studies and the
anthropology of religion as well as to those with an interest in
the study of contemporary religious change in Thailand.
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Following the success of the international bestseller, 100 THINGS
SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE DO, Nigel Cumberland turns his attention to
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Nach dem Papst ist das Kardinalskollegium die hoechste Instanz der
roemisch-katholischen Kirche. Neben der Leitung der grossen
Dioezesen der Weltkirche und der Leitung der Dikasterien der
roemischen Kurie obliegt ihm die Wahl eines neuen Papstes. Im Laufe
seiner Geschichte hat das Kardinalskollegium vielfaltige
Veranderungen erfahren. Besonders in den letzten zweihundert Jahren
wuchs die Zahl von ursprunglich hoechstens 70 Kardinalen auf
mittlerweile uber 200 Kardinale an und erfuhr eine starke
Internationalisierung. Das vorliegende Werk bietet neben
Einfuhrungen in die Geschichte und Gegenwart sowie Aufgaben und
Bedeutung des Kardinalskollegiums die Biographien aller von 1846
bis 2012 ernannten Kardinale und zeichnet so die Veranderungen und
Wandlungen dieses einzigartigen Kollegiums nach.
WHAT IS JESUS WORTH TO YOU?"
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It's easy for American Christians to forget how Jesus said his
followers would actually live, what their new lifestyle would
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everything for the gospel. They would take up their crosses
daily...
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In" Radical," David Platt challenges you to consider with an open
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Finally, he urges you to join in The Radical Experiment -- a
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to bring.
The story of the succession to the Prophet Muhammad and the rise of
the Rashidun Caliphate (632-661) is familiar to historians from the
political histories of medieval Islam, which treat it as a factual
account. The story also informs the competing perspectives of Sunni
and Shi'i Islam, which read into it the legitimacy of their claims.
Yet while descriptive and varied, these approaches have long
excluded a third reading, which views the conflict over the
succession to the Prophet as a parable. From this vantage point,
the motives, sayings, and actions of the protagonists reveal
profound links to previous texts, not to mention a surprising irony
regarding political and religious issues. In a controversial break
from previous historiography, Tayeb El-Hibri privileges the
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and maps the origins of Islamic political and religious orthodoxy.
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including the problem of measuring personal qualification according
to religious merit, nobility, and skills in government, El-Hibri
offers an insightful critique of both early and contemporary Islam
and the concerns of legitimacy shadowing various rulers. In
building an argument for reading the texts as parabolic commentary,
he also highlights the Islamic reinterpretation of biblical
traditions, both by Qur'anic exegesis and historical composition.
The Inspirational Story of the Twentieth Century s Greatest
Evangelist Billy Graham has preached the gospel message in person
to more people than anyone in history, and millions more have heard
him through television, radio, and film. His faithful witness is
testimony to his great love of God and passion to serve Him. This
easy-to-read biography tells Billy Graham s story, including his
humble beginnings as a southern farm boy, his calling to the
ministry, the start of the crusades, his service to America s
leaders, and his later years preaching around the globe. As you
read these details of a life dedicated to the cause of Christ, you
will be encouraged. Also these stories will inspire anyone who
desires to give their life in service to God. Here s a fresh look
at a contemporary man of God and giant of the faith."
The Inspirational Story of the Twentieth Century s Greatest
Evangelist Billy Graham has preached the gospel message in person
to more people than anyone in history, and millions more have heard
him through television, radio, and film. His faithful witness is
testimony to his great love of God and passion to serve Him. This
easy-to-read biography tells Billy Graham s story, including his
humble beginnings as a southern farm boy, his calling to the
ministry, the start of the crusades, his service to America s
leaders, and his later years preaching around the globe. As you
read these details of a life dedicated to the cause of Christ, you
will be encouraged. Also these stories will inspire anyone who
desires to give their life in service to God. Here s a fresh look
at a contemporary man of God and giant of the faith."
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