The Wise King
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Author |
: Simon R. Doubleday |
Publisher |
: Basic Books |
Total Pages |
: 337 |
Release |
: 2015-12-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780465073917 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0465073913 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (17 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Wise King by : Simon R. Doubleday
An illuminating biography of Alfonso X, the 13th-century philosopher-king whose affinity for Islamic culture left an indelible mark on Western civilization "If I had been present at the Creation," the thirteenth-century Spanish philosopher-king Alfonso X is said to have stated, "Many faults in the universe would have been avoided." Known as El Sabio, "the Wise," Alfonso was renowned by friends and enemies alike for his sparkling intellect and extraordinary cultural achievements. In The Wise King, celebrated historian Simon R. Doubleday traces the story of the king's life and times, leading us deep into his emotional world and showing how his intense admiration for Spain's rich Islamic culture paved the way for the European Renaissance. In 1252, when Alfonso replaced his more militaristic father on the throne of Castile and Leóthe battle to reconquer Muslim territory on the Iberian Peninsula was raging fiercely. But even as he led his Christian soldiers onto the battlefield, Alfonso was seduced by the glories of Muslim Spain. His engagement with the Arabic-speaking culture of the South shaped his pursuit of astronomy, for which he was famed for centuries, and his profoundly humane vision of the world, which Dante, Petrarch, and later Italian humanists would inherit. A composer of lyric verses, and patron of works on board games, hunting, and the properties of stones, Alfonso is best known today for his Cantigas de Santa Marí/i> (Songs of Holy Mary), which offer a remarkable window onto his world. His ongoing struggles as a king and as a man were distilled-in art, music, literature, and architecture-into something sublime that speaks to us powerfully across the centuries. An intimate biography of the Spanish ruler in whom two cultures converged, The Wise King introduces readers to a Renaissance man before his time, whose creative energy in the face of personal turmoil and existential threats to his kingdom would transform the course of Western history.
Author |
: Suresh Kulkarni |
Publisher |
: Xlibris Corporation |
Total Pages |
: 43 |
Release |
: |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781477171431 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1477171436 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (31 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Wise King and Other Stories by : Suresh Kulkarni
Author |
: Saniyasnain Khan |
Publisher |
: Goodword Books |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 2004 |
ISBN-10 |
: 8178983214 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9788178983219 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (14 Downloads) |
Synopsis Two Tales by : Saniyasnain Khan
Goodword's Favourite Tales from the Quran are timeless, treasured stories, specially chosen for young children.
Author |
: Tomie dePaola |
Publisher |
: Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages |
: 36 |
Release |
: 2020-09-15 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781534466548 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1534466541 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (48 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Story of the Three Wise Kings by : Tomie dePaola
Tomie dePaola’s “gorgeous…sumptuous” (Horn Book Magazine) retelling of the story of the three wise kings is perfect for sharing with little ones during the Christmas season! Three wise men of the East, having seen a new star symbolizing the birth of a great king, follow the star to Bethlehem where they present gifts to the newborn Jesus. This beautiful rendition of the well-known tale is sure to delight young readers.
Author |
: Lynette Meintjes |
Publisher |
: WestBow Press |
Total Pages |
: 93 |
Release |
: 2018-06-25 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781973627623 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1973627620 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (23 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Wise Men Journey Searching for the King by : Lynette Meintjes
The Wise Men Journey is an invitation to guide your family, for twenty-five days, in discovering the hidden treasures in the Word of God. John 1:9 says: The One who is the true light, who gives light to everyone, was coming into the world. How incredibly amazing, to know that the King of Heaven came into the world so that you can know Him because you are valuable in His eyes. Love came down from Heaven at Christmas, to find His resting place in the hearts of all mankind. This is a Christmas love story you dont want to miss. Through creative story telling of the Christmas Bible story, short devotions for interaction and prayer, you can guide your family on a joyful journey filled with new excitement. Join the wise men every evening as a family on this twenty-five-day journey, searching for The King.
Author |
: Joy Melissa Jensen |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 2012-09 |
ISBN-10 |
: 8772471174 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9788772471174 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (74 Downloads) |
Synopsis Famous People of the Bible by : Joy Melissa Jensen
Retells stories of some of the most well-known people of the Bible that are adapted for a preschool audience.
Author |
: Prof Deherbert |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: |
Release |
: 2015-04 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0942272927 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780942272925 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (27 Downloads) |
Synopsis Success Dream Book by : Prof Deherbert
By Goddess of Light on August 20,2014 Verified Purchase Great number dream book. When my father was alive, he used this book to play numbers, and I have been using it for years. Several years ago, I lost his copy from the 1970's. I started dreaming like crazy and didn't remember which numbers to play. So, I ordered it from Amazon. My adult son and I have both hit the number 8 times between the two of us, (in Florida and New York), since I ordered and started using it again to get numbers from our dreams. Just luck? Try it and you decide for yourself.
Author |
: Various Authors, |
Publisher |
: Zondervan |
Total Pages |
: 6637 |
Release |
: 2008-09-02 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780310294146 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0310294142 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (46 Downloads) |
Synopsis Holy Bible (NIV) by : Various Authors,
The NIV is the world's best-selling modern translation, with over 150 million copies in print since its first full publication in 1978. This highly accurate and smooth-reading version of the Bible in modern English has the largest library of printed and electronic support material of any modern translation.
Author |
: Martha Jander |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 32 |
Release |
: 2007 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0758613458 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780758613455 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (58 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Visit of the Wise Men by : Martha Jander
Through gentle verse and rich illustrations, children hear an accurate portrayal of the Magi, dispelling misunderstandings that put three Wise Men at Jesuss birthplace.
Author |
: Thomas Boyles Murray |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 118 |
Release |
: 1849 |
ISBN-10 |
: OXFORD:590813211 |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (11 Downloads) |
Synopsis Golden sayings of the wise king on the conduct of life, with metrical illustrations by T.B. Murray by : Thomas Boyles Murray