This book explores European notions of body and soul, drawn from Judeo-Christian tradition and folklore. It examines the connections between these notions and beliefs about death, the dead, and communication between the human and spirit worlds.
Calvin
This study examines John Calvin’s influence, exploring the vital connection he saw between ethics, eschatology, and education. For Calvin, education was a means to prepare people for their divine calling and for life on earth and the after life.
Catholic Education
This collection of essays explores the Catholic Church’s understanding of human flourishing and education. It provides insights and case studies into how Catholic education policy is implemented in a variety of national and international contexts.
Chance or Providence
Originating from the 2013 conference of the Science and Religion Forum, this volume responds to a number of critical questions concerning the possibility of providence, and offers contributions from both scientists and theologians.
As China’s rise reconfigures the global order, Beijing is reviving ancient religious traditions. This book examines how a rejuvenated Confucian-Daoist-Buddhist ethos may shape modern China and argues for these ideals to remedy the ills afflicting the nation today.
The ten articles here investigate the relationship between Chinese wisdom and the practice of modern management. The present-day application of the wisdom hidden within traditional Chinese culture and philosophy provides the study of modern management with fresh ideas.
Christian Churches and Nigeria’s Political Economy of Oil and Conflict
Is African evangelical Christianity a-political? This ethnographic study of congregations in Nigeria’s Niger Delta challenges that claim, revealing how their spirituality is a potent form of political praxis, not an escape from social responsibility.
Christian Forgery in Jewish Antiquities
Josephus’s history has long been considered extra-biblical proof of Jesus, James, and John the Baptist. Based on the latest research, this book sets out the final proof that, apart from the New Testament, there is no valid record of their historical existence.
Christian Humanism and Moral Formation in “A World Come of Age”
Does Christian humanism matter in our secular age? This book brings theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer and writer Marilynne Robinson into conversation with current ethical issues, demonstrating the profound affirmation of human dignity that defines their work.
How do we live when no one seems to be in charge? This history of Western culture charts the collapse of authority and our modern struggle to manage frustration and find fulfillment without falling into radical narcissism.
Christian Mind in the Emerging World
In this collection, Christian scholars from around the world explore how faith underpins academic disciplines. Offering a global perspective focused on Asia, these essays illustrate a faith-integrated approach to diverse fields from science to social services and business.
Christian Responses to Five Views of the Bhagavad Gita
This book examines five readings of the Bhagavad Gita, juxtaposing them with a Christian response to the text and its theology. Written for students and practitioners of interfaith dialogue, it is a resource to enable deeper conversations between Hindus and Christians.
Despite a secular culture, spiritual life persists. When manifested through the Christian faith, it has the power to surprise, transform and renew. This volume’s case studies describe the spiritual life as a transformative point of contact between God, world, society and self.
Christian–Muslim Dialogue
This book provides an intimate glimpse into the beliefs, attitudes and experiences of Australian Christians and Muslims towards each other. It highlights the factors that inhibit and/or motivate interfaith engagement, drawing on diverse fields like social psychology and history.
Christianity and Culture Collision
This book prompts new understandings of inculturation, universality, and world Christianity. As world Christianity is central to how the gospel is good news today, it is essential for readers concerned with new evangelization, African history, and inter-cultural dialogue.
Christianity and Islam
Challenging the belief that Christians and Muslims worship the same God, this book shows how the two faiths radically disagree. They present contradictory views on the nature of God, the divinity of Jesus, the crucifixion, human nature, sin, and scripture.
Christians in Iraqi Kurdistan
Based on intensive fieldwork in Iraqi Kurdistan, this book presents a complete picture of the situation for Christians and Yezidis following the defeat of ISIS. It includes voices of church leaders and ordinary citizens, academic articles, and detailed interview transcripts.
Christians’ and Muslims’ Responses to the COVID-19 Pandemic in Nigeria
This collection of essays engages Christians and Muslims’ responses to the COVID-19 pandemic from theological, sociological, and gender perspectives. It presents coping mechanisms for religious institutions and offers strategies to adopt for future pandemics.
This study examines the relationship between denominational affiliation, class and gender in Edinburgh between 1850 and 1905. Churches played a leading role in social reform, while religious revivals stimulated growth and philanthropy as an expression of faith.
Civil Society in Africa
This book examines a human rights ministry in a Nairobi slum. While it improved local democratic values, parishioners were inhibited from holding officials accountable due to fears of retaliation. An important resource for those addressing challenges facing the urban poor.