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Martin Luther and Nominalistic Mysticism
Get PDFThe sixteenth century religious reformer Martin Luther, under the influence of mysticism, began to construct his new theology by criticizing Scholastic theology. This influence must be traced back to his relationship to traditional medieval mysticism. Late medieval Scholasticism tended to break down into several major schools or traditions, one of which was that of Nominalism, the tradition that arose under the influence of William Ockham and that included such notable teachers as Jean Gerson and Gabriel Biel. Luther was educated within the intellectual boundaries of Nominalistic tradition. In his reform proposals, Gerson recommended the study of traditional mystic theology and provided his own magisterial treatise De Mystica Theologia under the influence of devotio moderna, a lay religious movement in the fifteenth century. Devotio moderna also strongly influenced the last great Scholastic theologian Biel. Though Luther vehemently attacked Biel’s theological system, it is quite important to understand what Biel actually proposed. In addition to this we must investigate the relationship between Thomas à Kempis, the author of Imitatio Christi, and Luther. We will clarify the characteristic feature of Luther’s theology in his encounter with the tradition of Nominalism using the concept “unio mystica” with Christ. In the above-mentioned context, this paper seeks to elucidate the following points: (1) Gerson’s theologia mystica and Luther’s critical attitude toward it. (2) The mystical elements in the theology of Biel and his relationship to Luther. (3) The possibility of comparison between Thomas à Kempis and Luther.departmental bulletin pape
The construction of Karen Karnak: The multi-author-function
No full textThis thesis is situated within the comparatively recent developments of Web 2.0 and the emergence of interactive WikiMedia, and explores the mode of authorship within a Read/Write culture compared to that of a Read/Only tradition. The hypothesis of this study is that the role of the audience has become merged with the author, and as such, represents new functions and attributes, distinct from a more conventional concept of authorship, in which the roles of audience and author are more separate. Read/Write and participatory culture, as defined by this study, is focused on collaboration, and includes the influences of D.I.Y. culture, Open-Source practices and the production of text by multiple authors. Multi-authorship presents a re-thinking of several concepts which support the notion of the individual author, since the focus of multi-authorship is not on attribution and ownership of a finished text, but on the continued malleability of a text. Modes of multi-authorship, demonstrated in the use of the pseudonyms Alan Smithee and Karen Eliot, represent declarative authors whose names signify multiple origins, whilst concurrently indicating a distinct body of work. The function of these names form an important context to this study, since primary research involves the construction of an experimental mode of multi-authorship utilising WikiMedia technology and the interaction of thirty nine participants, who are invited to create a body of work under the collective pseudonym Karen Karnak. The data generated by this experiment is analysed using aspects of Michel Foucault's author-function to identify and determine power structures inherent in the WikiMedia context. The interplay of power structures, including concepts such as identity, ownership and the body of work, affect the resulting mode of authorship and contribute to the construction of Karen Karnak, suggesting further areas of research into the emerging multi-author
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Oral History Interview with Brenda Fields, April 3, 2014
No full textInterview with Brenda Fields, former president of the Dallas chapter of the NAACP from Dallas, Texas. Fields discusses her childhood, school and church, becoming aware of race, segregation and discrimination, joining the NAACP youth organization, NAACP National Conventions, picketing the State Fair and other notable places in north Texas, the movement's impact, the role of black churches, voting, the Civil Rights Acts and changes after its passing, the influence of Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcom X, the Black Panthers, King's assassination, work in Dallas ISD, and continued work with the NAACP, including tenure as president of the Dallas chapter. In appendix is Fields' "colored" ticket to the Texas State Fair from 1954
Luther Halsey Gulick, Makers of an American Ideals Posters
No full textA poster highlighting Dr. Luther Halsey Gulick and his contribution as a pioneer of the physical education movement. The poster is part of a series produced by the National Child Welfare Association. It has a sketch of Gulick and a statement about why he was important. The Poster says, "Luther H. Gulick 1865-1918
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He believed in the unity of body, mind and spirit, and in an education which includes all three. He devoted his life to establishing this ideal, by emphasizing the social and ethical values of physical exercise, especially through play and recreation."For more information on Luther Halsey Gulick, see https://springfield.as.atlas-sys.com/agents/people/614
Martin Luther: ’n Inleiding tot sy lewe, denke en geskrifte
Get PDFIn 2017 the world celebrated the 500 years of the Reformation of the 16th century. Martin Luther was at the centre of this jubilee. He is the father of the Protestant Church. A large section of the Afrikaans-speaking community in southern Africa (and those scattered all over the world) belong to one of the Protestant churches. There is not a single academic introduction on Luther in Afrikaans. This publication will be the first in Afrikaans on Luther. The purpose is also to introduce the well-known and unknown writings of Luther to students and lecturers. Most readers will for the first time be able to read passages from his letters, sermons and commentaries. This book will hopefully be the beginning of a southern African Luther-reception. This will be a major contribution to the South African scholarship on church history. It will be the first publication that offers biographical information as well as information on and translations of his writings. Luther has until now, not spoke Afrikaans.The book is written from a southern African perspective. The author is looking for answers on African problems and challenges from Luther. Many of Luther’s writings are relevant to our situation. He (as one example) urged the authorities and parents to ensure education for all children. In this country thousands of children are not in school, or do not complete their schooling education. Although we are centuries apart, we could still learn from Luther in this regard. Specialists in church history and systematic theology, as well as ministers and students. Hopefully this book will become prescribed literature at faculties of theology and seminars. The universal-accepted methodologies in the writing of church history are followed. One of the unique features of this book is the translations into Afrikaans of all quotations from Medieval German and Latin. This has never been done previously
List of writings, speeches, and publications contained within the 14 bound Volumes in the Luther Halsey Gulick Papers
No full textThis is list of writings, speeches, and publications contained within the 14 bound Volumes in the Luther Halsey Gulick Papers. Author of the original list and where the information was derived from is not known. List contains all the writings, speeches, and publications written, created and collected by Luther Gulick. These are typed, handwritten and printed copies. There were originally 14 bound volumes of this materials. The volumes were disbound, but the original order and their identification has been kept.For more information on Luther Halsey Gulick, see https://springfield.as.atlas-sys.com/agents/people/614.This document in the format that is seen here is in digital format only. The document has been printed out and divided up and placed before the start of each volume. The whole print version of this document does not exist within the collection
Luther and the Law
Get PDFIn this Article, the author considers the characteristics of feudal Germany during the period of Luther\u27s lifetime and, drawing on these observations, discusses Luther\u27s philosophy regarding law and legal institutions. The author details three basic themes that underlie this element of Luther\u27s thought: first, Luther\u27s rejection of the right of retaliation in favor of objective judicial processes; second, Luther\u27s assertion of the institutional independence of secular government from religious oversight and control but not from religious criticism; and finally, Luther\u27s vision of a natural law that focused primarily upon the mutual interdependence of all humans.
In conclusion, the author notes the relevancy of such thinking to the problems of our current age
Luther and the Law
No full textIn this Article, the author considers the characteristics of feudal Germany during the period of Luther\u27s lifetime and, drawing on these observations, discusses Luther\u27s philosophy regarding law and legal institutions. The author details three basic themes that underlie this element of Luther\u27s thought: first, Luther\u27s rejection of the right of retaliation in favor of objective judicial processes; second, Luther\u27s assertion of the institutional independence of secular government from religious oversight and control but not from religious criticism; and finally, Luther\u27s vision of a natural law that focused primarily upon the mutual interdependence of all humans.
In conclusion, the author notes the relevancy of such thinking to the problems of our current age
Feature Story: Multi-Faith conference featured at Luther College
No full textPeople of various faiths are coming together at a unique conference hosted by Luther College. “Restoring spirit through sacred listening” is the theme of the North American Interfaith Network Conference, July 19 – 22.
People are coming from across Saskatchewan, Canada, the United States and Mexico. “The opportunity for Luther College to co-host this conference with Regina Multifaith Forum is the result of Luther’s decade’s long working relationship with people of many faith backgrounds in Regina,” says Dr. Brenda Anderson, conference co-chair and professor of Women’s and Gender Studies and Religious Studies at Luther College.Staffn
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