Parables and paradoxes

Parables and paradoxes
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Total Pages : 200
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ISBN-10 : RUTGERS:39030010974634
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Synopsis Parables and paradoxes by : Franz Kafka

The Theological Role of Paradox in the Gospel of Mark

The Theological Role of Paradox in the Gospel of Mark
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Publisher : A&C Black
Total Pages : 223
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ISBN-10 : 9780567170057
ISBN-13 : 0567170055
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Synopsis The Theological Role of Paradox in the Gospel of Mark by : Laura C. Sweat

Scholarship on the Gospel of Mark has long been convinced of the paradoxical description of two of its primary themes, christology and discipleship. This book argues that paradoxical language pervades the entire narrative, and that it serves a theological purpose in describing God's activity. Part One focuses on divine action present in Mark 4:10-12. In the first paradox, Mark portrays God's revelatory acts as consistently accompanied by concealment. The second paradox is shown in the various ways in which divine action confirms, yet counters, scripture. Finally, Mark describes God's actions in ways that indicate both wastefulness and goodness; deeds that are further illuminated by the ongoing, yet defeated, presence of evil. Part Two demonstrates that this paradoxical language is widely attested across Mark's passion narrative, as he continues to depict God's activity with the use of the three paradoxes observed in Mark 4. Through paradoxical narrative, Mark emphasizes God's transcendence and presence, showing that even though Jesus has brought revelation, a complete understanding of God remains tantalizingly out of their grasp until the eschaton (4:22).

Parable and Paradox

Parable and Paradox
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Publisher : Canterbury Press
Total Pages : 96
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ISBN-10 : 9781848258594
ISBN-13 : 1848258593
Rating : 4/5 (94 Downloads)

Synopsis Parable and Paradox by : Malcolm Guite

Since the publication of the bestselling Sounding the Seasons, Malcolm Guite has repeatedly been asked for more sonnets. This new collection offers a sequence of 50 sonnets that focus on many passages in the Gospels: the Beatitudes, parables and miracles, teachings on the Kingdom, and the ‘hard sayings’ - Jesus’ challenging demands with which we wrestle. In addition this collection includes: •A sequence of seven sonnets on 'The Wilderness', exploring mysterious stories of divine encounter such as Jacob’s wrestling with the angel. •Poetic reflections on music, hospitality and ecology. •Seven short poems celebrating the days of creation. •A biblical index pairing the poems with scripture readings for use in worship.

Where's My Zen?

Where's My Zen?
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Publisher : No Mind
Total Pages : 114
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ISBN-10 : 0938058061
ISBN-13 : 9780938058069
Rating : 4/5 (61 Downloads)

Synopsis Where's My Zen? by : Master Nomi

A short parable of Master Nomi as he reveals the Ten Paradoxes to three travelers looking for their Zen. They mystically encounter the Hut of the Blind Donkey in Japan. This small hilltop monastery where Master Nomi lives serves as the backdrop for an unforgettable night filled with enlightening experiences and ancient Zen secrets of peak performance, a parable along the lines of Who Moved My Cheese?

Paradoxes & Parables

Paradoxes & Parables
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Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages : 238
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ISBN-10 : 9798369407592
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Synopsis Paradoxes & Parables by : Rev. John J. Lombardi

Father John “Jack” Lombardi is a Roman Catholic Priest of thirty-four years and has pastored parishes in Western Maryland and Baltimore city. He enjoys outdoor recreational activities, spiritual adventure, travel, mystical theology, and God’s world, all summarized by St. Thomas Aquinas saying, “God is the artist, and the universe is His work of art”. Father Jack enjoys hikes and walks with his dog and faithful companion, Bella, a Labrador Retriever, and appreciates the Christian spiritual community and working for The Lord!

Paradox in Christian Theology

Paradox in Christian Theology
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Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Total Pages : 345
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ISBN-10 : 9781556352713
ISBN-13 : 1556352719
Rating : 4/5 (13 Downloads)

Synopsis Paradox in Christian Theology by : James Anderson

Does traditional Christianity involve paradoxical doctrines, that is, doctrines that present the appearance (at least) of logical inconsistency? If so, what is the nature of these paradoxes and why do they arise? What is the relationship between paradox and mystery in theological theorizing? And what are the implications for the rationality, or otherwise, of orthodox Christian beliefs? In 'Paradox in Christian Theology', James Anderson argues that the doctrines of the Trinity and the incarnation, as derived from Scripture and formulated in the ecumenical creeds, are indeed paradoxical. But this conclusion, he contends, need not imply that Christians who believe these doctrines are irrational in doing so. In support of this claim, Anderson develops and defends a model of understanding paradoxical Christian doctrines according to which the presence of such doctrines is unsurprising and adherence to paradoxical doctrines cannot be considered as a serious intellectual obstacle to belief in Christianity. The case presented in this book has significant implications for the practice of systematic theology, biblical exegesis, and Christian apologetics.

Paradoxology

Paradoxology
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Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Total Pages : 324
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ISBN-10 : 9780830897728
ISBN-13 : 0830897720
Rating : 4/5 (28 Downloads)

Synopsis Paradoxology by : Krish Kandiah

Many of us have big questions about God that the Christian faith seems to leave unanswered. But what if that tension is exactly where faith comes alive? Paradoxology boldly claims that the paradoxes that seem to undermine belief are actually the heart of our vibrant faith, and it is only by continually wrestling with them that God is most clearly revealed.

The Power of Paradox: Impossible Conversations

The Power of Paradox: Impossible Conversations
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Publisher : BRILL
Total Pages : 233
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ISBN-10 : 9789004398245
ISBN-13 : 9004398244
Rating : 4/5 (45 Downloads)

Synopsis The Power of Paradox: Impossible Conversations by : Markus Locker

This book argues that all truths systems include paradoxes. Paradoxes, such as found in the sciences, philosophy and religion offer themselves as mutually shared partners in a dialogue of arguably incommensurable truths on the basis of their underlying truth. Paradoxes leap beyond the epistemic border of individual truth claims. A dialogue of truths, grounded in paradox, reaches before, and at the same time past singular truths. A paradox-based dialogue of truths elevates the communication of disciplines, such as the sciences and religion, to a meta-discourse level from which differences are not perceived as obstacles for dialogue but as complementary aspects of a deeper and fuller truth in which all truths are grounded.

True Paradox

True Paradox
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Total Pages : 230
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ISBN-10 : 1459699556
ISBN-13 : 9781459699557
Rating : 4/5 (56 Downloads)

Synopsis True Paradox by : David Skeel

The complexity of the contemporary world is sometimes seen as an embarrassment for Christianity. But law professor David Skeel makes a fresh case for how Christianity offers plausible explanations for the central puzzles of our existence and provides a comprehensive framework for understanding human life as we actually live it.

Luke: The Gospel of Amazement

Luke: The Gospel of Amazement
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Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Total Pages : 273
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ISBN-10 : 9780830868353
ISBN-13 : 0830868356
Rating : 4/5 (53 Downloads)

Synopsis Luke: The Gospel of Amazement by : Michael Card

Michael Card embarks on an imaginative journey through the Gospel of Luke. Picturing Luke as historian, Gentile, doctor and slave, Card approaches Luke?s written account with questions that engage the imagination. Join him in the work of opening heart and mind to the "Gospel of Amazement."