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Residence of Mrs. O. C. Smoot, Alexandria, Virginia, circa 1901-1907
No full textMonochromatic image of a house facing a snowy street. Caption reads: "Residence of Mrs. O. C. Smoot, Alexandria, Va. Where Lafayette was entertained during his visit in 1824." Postcard number: 3383
Christosis: Pauline Soteriology in Light of Deification in Irenaeus and Cyril of Alexandria
No full textThe aim of this thesis is to explore whether and to what extent theosis helpfully captures Paul's presentation of the anthropological dimension of soteriology. Drawing methodologically from Gadamer, Jauss, and Bakhtin, we attempt to hold a conversation between Paul and two of his later interpreters--Irenaeus and Cyril of Alexandria--in order to see what light the development of deification in these later writers shines on the Pauline texts themselves.
In Part 1 of the thesis, we analyse how Irenaeus and Cyril develop their notions of deification and how they use Pauline texts in support of their conclusions. Drawing from Ps 82 both writers ascribe to believers the appellation of 'gods', and they associate this primarily with Pauline texts that speak of the experience of immortality, sanctification, and being sons of God. As believers experience this deifying move the image and likeness of God is restored through a participatory relationship with God mediated by Christ and the Spirit.
In Part 2 we then analyse the anthropological dimension of Paul's soteriology in Rom 8 and 2 Cor 3-5, with excursus on Gal 3-4, 1 Cor 15, and Phil 2-3. In the context of believers' restored divine-human relationship through Christ and the Spirit, Paul speaks of believers being conformed to the narrative of Christ's death and life, which culminates in an experience of divine and heavenly glory and immortality.
In Part 3 we offer a comparison of patristic views of deification and Paul's soteriology. While differences are clear, we conclude that Paul's soteriology overlaps significantly with that of these two later interpreters, such that deification is an apt description of the anthropological dimension of his soteriology. At the same time, christosis is probably a better term in today's context to capture his distinct emphasis on embodying Christ's death and life
Tilting at Windmills : BLDSC and the UK Higher Education Community
No full textPurpose - To provide an overview of, the relationship between the British Library and higher education libraries in the 1990s, with particular relation to document supply. It also goes on to explore current developments in scholarly communication. Design/methodology/approach - The author played a role in several of the events described and uses the available literature to enlarge on a personal view of that decade. Findings - The paper shows that the relationship was a strained one caused in part by a mismatch of resources, but is in any case dwarfed by the larger external forces and changing opportunities and technologies for scholarly communication. Originality/value - Provides a record of the period
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Translating a Canonical Author: C. P. Cavafy
No full textTranslation, Walter Benjamin reminds us, involves the afterlife of the work, not the author’s life. Teaching canonical works with attention to the history of their survival enables students to move away from fixed notions of authorship and invention. Translation becomes a hermeneutic practice worthy of study in its own right, where learning how to interpret is indistinguishable from learning how to translate into different media. These points form the basic rationale of my course on C. P. Cavafy (1863–1933), a poet of the Greek diaspora who lived in Alexandria and profoundly influenced many prose writers, poets, and artists, from E. M. Forster and Marguerite Yourcenar to James Merrill and Duane Michals
The Gospel on the Margins: The Ideological Function of the Patristic Tradition on the Evangelist Mark
No full textIn spite of the virtually unanimous patristic opinion that the evangelist Mark was the interpreter of Peter, one of the most prestigious apostolic founding figures in Christian memory, the Gospel of Mark was mostly neglected in the patristic period. Not only is the text of Mark the least well represented of the canonical Gospels in terms of the number of patristic citations, commentaries and manuscripts, the explicit comments about the evangelist Mark reveal some ambivalence about its literary or theological value. In my survey of the reception of Mark from Papias of Hierapolis until Clement of Alexandria, I will argue that the reason why the patristic writers were hesitant to embrace the Gospel of Mark was that they perceived the text to be amenable to the Christological beliefs and social praxis of rival Christian factions. The patristic tradition about Mark may have little historical basis, but it had an important ideological function in appropriating the text in the name of an apostolic authority from the margins or periphery
María Grever: Influence Through Mexican Folk and Classical Romantic Techniques and Ideals In ‘A Una Ola.’
No full textIn the last 25 years, there has been a resurgence in Latin American ethnomusicology. This means that, while interest continues to grow, there are several gaps, especially when it comes to the contributions of women. Interestingly, some of these gaps surround the popular Mexican composer María Grever. This includes the lack of information on the variety of sources she gathered inspiration from for composition. Through analyzing Grever\u27s compositional style, especially in the bolero ‘A Una Ola,’or ‘To a Wave,’ I will examine the relationship that Grever employs between the classical Romantic approach and Latin American techniques, especially Mexican folk. While consulting biographical sources that include varying levels of information about her life and works, I studied several accounts examining the role of women in music in Latin America. I also researched the evolution of Latin American techniques into the 20th century and European techniques being used in Late Romantic music. I analyzed ‘A Una Ola’ and did a comparative analysis of its relationship with similar works by Grever and other composers. I will play different recordings of ‘A Una Ola,’ one of which includes myself and another Tech student performing.
María Grever defied odds through her position as a Mexican female composer in America, and was influenced by classical Romantic ideals and traditional Latin American techniques, especially folk. Her song, ‘A Una Ola,’ exemplifies how these influences took hold in her early compositions. This paper further concludes that Grever was a major influence on not only women and Latin American composers, but on bridging the gap between traditional Mexican techniques and classical Romantic techniques, as well as bridging the gap between classical and popular music in the early-mid 20th century
“Gratulemur in honore” – Endemic Office on St. Catherine of Alexandria
No full textThe author analyzes “Gratulemur in honore” - an office on St. Catherine of Alexandria. The author proved that this is an endemic work, created in the 13th century in Liège or the surrounding areas. It did not, however, spread in Europe. In Poland the only code that includes this (incomplete) office is “Pontificale Plocense”, probably also created in 12th c. in Liège, which reached Poland already in the 13th century. The liturgical books used in the Diocese of Płock (in the 15th and 16th centuries) contain only one antiphon from the “Gratulemur” office.Autor analizuje oficjum „Gratulemur in honore” o św. Katarzynie z Aleksandrii. Wykazuje, że jest to dzieło endemiczne, które powstało w XIII w. w Liège lub okolicach, nie zdołało jednak rozprzestrzenić się w Europie. W Polsce jedynym kodeksem, który zawiera to oficjum (niepełne), jest „Pontificale Plocense”, powstałe prawdopodobnie także w Liège, które już w XIII w. znalazło się w Polsce. Księgi liturgiczne używane w diecezji płockiej (XV i XVI w.) zawierają jedną antyfonę z oficjum „Gratulemur”
An examination of University of Wisconsin-Stout students' perceptions of their secondary career guidance programs
No full textPlan BThe purpose of this study was to examine the perceptions of University of Wisconsin Stout undergraduate freshmen and sophomores regarding the content and effectiveness of their high school career development programs and services. Data was collected through a survey given to all freshmen and sophomore students enrolled in General Psychology for the Spring 2002 semester. The participants were informed verbally of the nature and purpose of the study. Participation was voluntary and the participants were informed of this through the use of a written consent form. Participants were also given the opportunity to ask questions and voice concerns with the researcher. The survey was developed by the researcher using information from the National Career Development Guidelines and the American School Counselor Associations Standards. These models provide a framework for schools to meet the career development needs of students. The survey examined whether the participant’s school program provided help in gaining competency in areas specified by the aforementioned models. The survey also asked participants to evaluate their preparedness in these same areas of competency. The survey also asked for suggestions and comments regarding how their school could have best prepared them for career planning. Data analysis was used only for those identifying themselves as graduating from high school since 1992. The rationale behind this was to minimize the effects of memory distortion due to the amount of time since the target events occurred. Data analysis looked at the percentages for each item response set. Data analysis also looked at possible relationships between different response sets. The content of the suggestions and comments section was analyzed for themes and summarized in the findings. This study hoped to examine whether schools are providing services and whether students are acquiring competencies as recommended by the national standards. The research also solicited suggestions and comments regarding program effectiveness from the subjects. The research also hoped to ascertain whether schools are effective in what they do address. Evaluating the state of secondary career guidance services is necessary to ensure that schools can improve their services to meet the needs of their students. Based on the research findings, the researcher hoped to develop recommendations to increase the effectiveness of secondary career guidance programs. This research also hoped to increase overall awareness of the important influence of career guidance to meeting the needs of students. It is hoped that this increased awareness of the need for career guidance will result in improved services for students. More effective career guidance programs would mean increased preparedness and success in transition from high school. Ultimately, developing skills and planning for transition into adulthood can increase the likelihood of success and satisfaction throughout ones career life span
Health Hazard Evaluation Report: HETA-91-358-2166: Cotton Brothers Baking Company; Alexandria, Louisiana
No full textIn response to a request from an authorized representative of the Bakery, Confectionery, and Tobacco Workers Union, Local 149, an evaluation was undertaken of employee exposure to high temperatures at the Cotton Brothers Baking Company (SIC-2051), Alexandria, Louisiana. The company employed about 150 production workers in the production of consumer bread products. The concern was generated by the removal of comfort fans from various areas of the facility and concern that keeping all the windows closed increased the heat loads to which employees were exposed. The study showed that potential high heat load conditions could occur at various areas of the bakery's three production lines. Confidential interviews were held with 18 production employees from a variety of areas. None had received any training on heat stress. Eleven indicated they had occasionally experienced health symptoms associated with heat stress. All said they had access to fluid replenishments when thirsty. The highest indoor wet bulb globe temperature reading obtained was 26.3 degrees-C. Personal monitoring for in body core temperature readings indicated none exceeded 38 degrees during the period of study. The author concludes that high heat stress conditions can occur at this bakery. The author recommends that the company implement a heat stress management program, conduct a ventilation assessment, develop a policy on comfort fans, and carry out additional heat stress monitoring
Hebrews, Allegory, and Alexandria
No full textThe problem this dissertation addresses is at face a simple one: in the very specific case of Hebrews 7.1-3, what interpretive move is the author using to interpret the Old Testament, when he offers a comparison between Jesus and the mysterious figure of Melchizedek? However, the answer quickly becomes complicated due to the inadequacy of our terminology, where “typology” and “allegory” – the most common interpretive moves assigned to Hebrews 7.1-3 in the scholarship – take on medieval or modern meanings rather than definitions available to the ancient authors themselves. This dissertation explores the historical background to figural and non-literal readings of sacred texts, considering in turn Greek, Jewish, and Christian readers. Each group of readers considered provides necessary context for interpretive activity in Hebrews. Greek allegorists provide the idea of a religiously or philosophically encoded text via the Homeric allegorists and their critic Plato. They also provide the actual ancient definition of the term “allegory”, as a rhetorical trope involving extended metaphor and poetic hinting by an author, which might include techniques ranging from metonymy to numerology to concept-for-concept substitution. Jewish allegorists – Aristeas, Aristobulus, and Philo – make the distinctive move to seeing a text as encoded not by a human poet like Homer or Orpheus, but by the great divine Author, God. When turning to Christian allegorists, a natural touchstone is Paul – who uses the term allegory in Galatians – but Jesus himself and (Pseudo)-Barnabas also provide very important context for distinctively Christian allegorical reading, particularly involving the Christological fulfilment of hints laid by God in the sacred history of the Old Testament (that is, “typology”). Trajectories in allegorical exegesis in early Christianity are considered, to examine the latent tendencies within the form. Finally, the definitions and understanding gained are turned to use in analysing exegesis in Hebrews, where 7.1-3 – and several other texts – are read against the background of Hellenistic literary allegory
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