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The Myth of the Magus
by E. M. ButlerThe Magus, a legendary magician of superhuman powers, is an archetype central to myth and religion across many cultures. Identifying its anthropological origins in ancient rituals performed by a shaman or wizard to ensure the prosperity of his tribe, E. M. Butler goes on to trace its subsequent development in pre-Christian religious and mystic philosophers, in medieval sorcerers and alchemists, and finally in the eighteenth- and nineteenth-century occult revival. From Zoroaster to Solomon, Merlin to Faust, Cagliostro to Rasputin, legends of the Magus are explored and where possible compared with the historical record in this fascinating account, first published in 1948, of one of the major figures in religious and occult mythology.by E. M. Butler.-Print ed.
The Myth of the Medieval Jewish Moneylender
by Julie L. MellThis book challenges a common historical narrative, which portrays medieval Jews as moneylenders who filled an essential economic role in Europe. It traces how and why this narrative was constructed as a philosemitic narrative in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries in response to the rise of political antisemitism. This book also documents why it is a myth for medieval Europe, and illuminates how changes in Jewish history change our understanding of European history. Each chapter offers a novel interpretation of central topics, such as the usury debate, commercial contracts, and moral literature on money and value to demonstrate how the revision of Jewish history leads to new insights in European history.
The Myth of the Negro Past
by Melville J HerskovitsAlmost fifty years ago Melville Herskovits set out to debunk the myth that black Americans have no cultural past. Originally published in 1941, his unprecedented study of black history and culture recovered a rich African heritage in religious and secular life, the language and arts of the Americas.
The Myth of the Non-Christian: Engaging Atheists, Nominal Christians and the Spiritual But Not Religious
by Luke CawleyThere's no such thing as a non-Christian. Somebody might self-identify as spiritual but not religious. Or they might be a practicing Hindu, Buddhist or Muslim. Or they might call themselves an atheist, freethinker or agnostic. But the one thing that people never describe themselves as is a "non-Christian." So Christians who want to "reach non-Christians" need to realize that they're not all the same. Evangelism is not one-size-fits-all. Luke Cawley shows how Christians can contextualize the gospel in different ways to connect with different kinds of people. Here he unpacks the religious identities of three key demographics: the spiritual but not religious, committed atheists and nominal Christians. Each group has particular characteristics and requires specific approaches and practices to make the Christian faith plausible, desirable and tangible to them. Filled with real-life stories of changed lives, this book is a practical and hopeful resource for helping people to encounter God.
The Myth of the Shiksa: And Other Essays
by Edwin H. Friedman Shira Friedman BogartA renowned family therapist tackles tricky relationship issues in this heartwarming collection from the author of A Failure of Nerve. Generational conflict, faith crises, difficult friendships—Edwin Friedman saw every side of the human condition in his years as a rabbi and counselor, for better or for worse. And his lifelong work with families led him to develop incomparable insight and irresistible wit about what makes us love, laugh, believe, hope, and tick. The Myth of the Shiksa collects Friedman’s most popular, powerful essays about human relationships and the daily struggles each and every one of us face. From a hilarious encounter with a well-known tempter (who is reimagined as a counselor) to an emotional exploration of how secrets can affect family dynamics, to a charming look at how tradition and modernity can clash in mixed marriages, Friedman tackles timeless issues with intelligence and charm, creating stories that are both captivating and educational. No matter your type of family, religion, background, or status, Edwin Friedman’s words can provide guidance, comfort, and joy as you navigate some of life’s toughest questions.
The Myth of the Twelve Tribes of Israel: New Identities Across Time and Space
by Andrew TobolowskyThe Myth of the Twelve Tribes of Israel is the first study to treat the history of claims to an Israelite identity as an ongoing historical phenomenon from biblical times to the present. By treating the Hebrew Bible's accounts of Israel as one of many efforts to construct an Israelite history, rather than source material for later legends, Andrew Tobolowsky brings a long-term comparative approach to biblical and nonbiblical “Israelite” histories. In the process, he sheds new light on how the structure of the twelve tribes tradition enables the creation of so many different visions of Israel, and generates new questions: How can we explain the enduring power of the myth of the twelve tribes of Israel? How does “becoming Israel” work, why has it proven so popular, and how did it change over time? Finally, what can the changing shape of Israel itself reveal about those who claimed it?
The Mythic Moons of Avalon: Lunar & Herbal Wisdom from the Isle of Healing
by Jhenah TelyndruDiscover a System of Personal Evolution, Foster a Relationship with the Goddesses of Avalon, and Build a Powerful Connection to the Holy IsleReclaim your sovereignty and unlock your greatest potential through an inner journey of self-discovery. The Mythic Moons of Avalon presents an innovative practice, supported by herbs and guided by the phases of the moon, that leads to soul healing and spiritual transformation.Harness the energies of the thirteen moons of the year, including total lunar eclipses and blue moons, to reveal a path of healing. Delve into Welsh mythology, connect with transformative goddesses, create herbal elixirs, and undertake meditative journeys that promote emotional and spiritual wholeness. This book examines Avalon as a place of psycho-spiritual healing and rebirth—a place where you'll find deep wisdom and personal empowerment by aligning with lunar rhythms. Jhenah Telyndru helps you develop meaningful relationships with goddesses and herbal allies as you walk the inner pathway to the sovereign self within.Praise:"A beautifully comprehensive, cohesive, and brilliant approach to transformation through lunar energies, herbal workings, and the tales of the Avalonian goddesses."—Tiffany Lazic, registered psychotherapist and author of The Great Work"Telyndru weaves a tapestry of incredible beauty, full of lore and history, tradition and inspiration...This book is a real treasure, and has been long-awaited by many. Thank you, Jhenah, for your words and wisdom!"—Joanna van der Hoeven, author of The Book of Hedge Druidry
The Mythic Past: Biblical Archaeology and the Myth of Israel
by Thomas L. ThompsonThe Jewish people's historical claims to a small area of land bordering the eastern Mediterranean are not only the foundation for the modern state of Israel, they are also at the very heart of Judeo-Christian belief. Yet in The Mythic Past, Thomas Thompson argues that such claims are grounded in literary myth, not history. Among the author's startling conclusions are these:* There never was a "united monarch" of Israel in biblical times* We can no longer talk about a time of the Patriarchs* The entire notion of "Israel" and its history is a literary fiction. The Mythic Past provides refreshing new ways to read the Old Testament as the great literature it was meant to be. At the same time, its controversial conclusions about Jewish history are sure to prove incendiary in a worldwide debate about one of the world's seminal texts, and one of its most bitterly contested regions.
The Mythical Leader: The Seven Myths of Leadership
by Ron EdmondsonPastor and popular blogger, Ron Edmondson exposes some of the common misunderstandings of leadership through stories from his own experiences, helping leaders develop healthier patterns of individual leadership.Being a leader involves much more than holding a title. And simply having a leader doesn't ensure success. This reality has never been more prevalent in the church than now, when so many churches are considered to be plateaued or dying.Pastor and popular blogger, Ron Edmondson believes this is due to a misunderstanding of what leadership is and what it isn't. In his work with hundreds of pastors and churches, the most common need he encounters is the need for more effective leadership in the local church. Seminaries may prepare pastors to preach, just as colleges may prepare teachers to teach, but who prepares pastors to lead?Simply stated: The church needs better leadership.In The Mythical Leader, Edmondson exposes some of the most common misunderstandings of leadership, shares stories from his own experiences, and will help church leaders develop healthier patterns to improve their individual leadership.While most people may have a preliminary understanding of many of these myths, they often are not lived out with a great degree of depth in the life of the church leader. Don't fall prey to these myths! If gone untreated they can be the very thing that prevents a good leader from leading well.
The Mythology Bible: The Definitive Guide to Legendary Tales
by Sarah BartlettThe world's most fascinating gods and goddesses come to life in the pages of this beautifully illustrated book. The Mythology Bible explores the powerful figures that have compelled us for millennia--including Indra, god of thunder in India's Rig Vedas; Thor, the merciless Nordic giant-slayer; and Mawu-Lisa, whom the African Fon people associate with fertility and compassion. Discover, too, the enduring themes that loom large in the myths of almost every culture: creation and the cosmos, beasts and monsters, death and the underworld, love and heroism. Filled with photographs and pictures, this volume is as attractive as it is readable.
The Mythology of America's Seasonal Holidays: The Dance of the Horae
by Arthur GeorgeEvery year we celebrate a cycle of seasonal holidays. The ancient Greeks called this cycle “The Dance of the Horae,” after the mythical divinities who represented the seasons. What myths sit at the foundation of our own holiday celebrations? This interdisciplinary book explores the myths and symbols that underlie our major seasonal holidays and give them their meaning. Arthur George also shows how America’s own mythmaking has shaped some holidays. This mythological approach reveals how and why holidays arose in the first place, how and why they have changed over the centuries, why they have remained important, and finally how we can celebrate them today in a more meaningful manner that can enrich our lives and better our society. George devotes particular attention to the depth psychological aspects of holidays and their corresponding myths, as well as to the insights of modern biblical scholarship for key holidays such as Easter and Christmas.
The Myths and Gods of India: The Classic Work on Hindu Polytheism from the Princeton Bollingen Series
by Alain DaniélouThe study of Hindu mythology explores the significance of the most prominent Hindu dieties as they are envisioned by the Hindus themselves. Referred to by its adherents as the "eternal religion," Hinduism recognizes for each age and each country a new form of revelation--and for each person, according to his or her stage of development, a different path of realization.This widely praised study of Hindu deities reveals the message of tolerance and adaptability at the heart of this ancient religion.
The Myths of Liberal Zionism
by Yitzhak LaorYitzhak Laor is one of Israel's most prominent dissidents and poets, a latter-day Spinoza who helps keep alive the critical tradition within Jewish culture. In this work he fearlessly dissects the complex attitudes of Western European liberal Left intellectuals toward Israel, Zionism and the "Israeli peace camp." He argues that through a prism of famous writers like Amos Oz, David Grossman and A.B. Yehoshua, the peace camp has now adopted the European vision of "new Zionism," promoting the fierce Israeli desire to be accepted as part of the West and taking advantage of growing Islamophobia across Europe.The backdrop to this uneasy relationship is the ever-present shadow of the Holocaust. Laor is merciless as he strips bare the hypocrisies and unarticulated fantasies that lie beneath the love-affair between "liberal Zionists" and their European supporters.
The NIV Application Commentary on the Bible: One-Volume Edition (The NIV Application Commentary)
by ZondervanTHE AWARD-WINNING COMMENTARY SERIES THAT BRINGS THE ANCIENT MESSAGE OF THE BIBLE INTO YOUR WORLDOver 2 million copies sold!The NIV Application Commentary on the Bible is a masterful blend of content written by today's top academics in a way that is compelling and easy to understand for anyone--no formal training or seminary degree required. This one-volume commentary is intended both for personal study and for teaching preparation.Concise commentary and background help the reader understand the original meaning of the biblical text in its historical, literary, and cultural context. Clear explanations make it easy to understand matters related to grammar and the meaning of biblical words.While most commentaries stop there, the unique format of The NIV Application Commentary on the Bible provides a bridge from the world of the Bible to our lives today, guiding the reader to powerfully apply the biblical message to contemporary situations, problems, and questions.
The NIV Application Commentary: Ezekiel
by Iain M. DuguidMost Bible commentaries take us on a one-way trip from our world to the world of the Bible. But they leave us there, assuming we can somehow make the return journey on our own. In other words, they focus on the original meaning of the passage but don't discuss its contemporary application. The information they offer is valuable -- but the job is only half done! The NIV Application Commentary Series helps us with both halves of the interpretive task. This new and unique series shows readers how to bring an ancient message into a modern context. It explains not only what the Bible meant but also how it can speak powerfully today.
The NIV Application Commentary: Galatians (Comentarios bíblicos con aplicación NVI)
by Scot McknightMost Bible commentaries take us on a one-way trip from the twentieth century to the first century. But they leave us there, assuming that we can somehow make the return journey on our own. In other words, they focus on the original meaning of the passag
The NIV Application Commentary: Philippians (The NIV Application Commentary)
by Frank ThielmanMost Bible commentaries take us on a one-way trip from our world to the world of the Bible. But they leave us there, assuming that we can somehow make the return journey on our own. In other words, they focus on the original meaning of the passage but don't discuss its contemporary application. The information they offer is valuable -- but the job is only half done! The NIV Application Commentary Series helps us with both halves of the interpretive task. This new and unique series shows readers how to bring an ancient message into a modern context. It explains not only what the Bible meant but also how it can speak powerfully today.
The NIV Bible in 90 Days: Cover to Cover in 12 Pages a Day
by Ted Cooper Jr.Read through the entire Bible in just ninety days. It’s easier than you thought! With start and end markers to guide each day’s reading—as well as insights and encouragement from Ted Cooper, founder of The Bible in 90 Days program—The NIV Bible in 90 Days makes what may have seemed like a formidable challenge not only doable, but also enjoyable. This unique reading plan helps you fulfill what for many people is a longstanding ambition: reading through the entire Bible. NIV ©2011. The New International Version (NIV) translation of the Bible is the world’s most popular modern-English Bible—easy to understand, yet rich with the detail found in the original languages.
The NIV Family Reading Bible: Explore God’s Word Together
by ZondervanThe NIV Family Reading Bible is the perfect tool for you to use to lead your family through the Bible together. Designed for parents like you, the Family Reading Bible provides a way for your family to engage and understand the Bible together. It helps you use the Bible itself as your family devotional tool. A reading system with three easy-to-use paths ("Short Path," "Long Path," and "Off the Beaten Path") accommodates children of various ages and stages; reading plans direct you to Bible stories and events in the sequence in which they occurred; and readings of manageable length along with age-appropriate, engaging questions encourage and maintain your children’s interest in God’s Word. Enjoy your journey as you discover God’s Word with your kids. NIV ©2011. The New International Version (NIV) translation of the Bible is the world’s most popular modern-English Bible—easy to understand, yet rich with the detail found in the original languages.
The NIV Liberty Bible: Rediscover the Faith of Our Nation's Founders and How Their Beliefs Shaped America
by ZondervanInspiration from the men and women who shaped America. The NIV Liberty Bible highlights the beliefs and values of the founders of our country through the writings of beloved and influential public figures—from presidents and writers to reformers and other well-known historical figures. Be inspired as you read the words of those whose dedication and devotion to the Christian faith formed our country’s foundation, and gain insight into the lives and thoughts of some of America’s most influential believers. NIV ©2011. The New International Version (NIV) translation of the Bible is the world’s most popular modern-English Bible—easy to understand, yet rich with the detail found in the original languages.
The NIV Pink Bible: An Invitation to Hope
by Zondervan"This Bible is for women for all ages who have been affected by the disease of breast cancer. Whether you are a survivor or a co-survivor, the NIV Pink Bible brings you timeless words of comfort, hope, and encouragement. Designed for easy navigation, passages on the topic of hope are highlighted for quick access. Additional content with reflections and stories offer further encouragement throughout the Bible. NIV ©2011. The New International Version (NIV) translation of the Bible is the world’s most popular modern-English Bible—easy to understand, yet rich with the detail found in the original languages."
The NIrV Holy Bible for Kids
by ZonderkidzThis Bible is perfect for ESL readers. The New International Reader’s Version (NIrV) is a true translation of the entire Bible that was adapted with care from the bestselling New International Version (NIV). The NIrV is written at a third grade reading level and uses short sentences and simple words. This Bible is perfect for those learning to read English. Features include: • The complete New International Reader’s Version • Presentation page for personalization and gift giving • Bible dictionary to help with unfamiliar words • “Three Ways to Read the Bible” – Explains how to read the Bible by story, subject, or person • “About the Bible” – Describes how the Bible was written and how it came to us • “Life in New Testament Times” – Describes what life was like when Jesus was on earth • “The ABCs of Salvation” – Helps explain the way of salvation
The NIrV Kids' Book of Devotions Updated Edition: A 365-Day Adventure in God's Word
by Mark LittletonKids need God’s Word every day to get strong and to stay strong! The NIrV Kids' Book of Devotions, revised edition is a 365-day devotional and your perfect source of God’s Word. It includes: A scripture passage from the updated NIrV translation, a short message you can read for yourself, and a prayer in a weekly theme to help you learn more about God and his world. You’ll see that the Bible has something to say about everything—from school to salvation, friendship and family, and fear and faith. A Scripture index will help you find devotions about your favorite Bible passages. God loves you, and he wants you to grow strong. So start reading his Word today!
The NKJV Daily Bible: Read the Entire Bible in One Year
by Thomas NelsonOne of the most popular versions of the Bible, the NKJV, is now available in a one-year format with the release of The NKJV Daily Bible. With each day's reading broken into passages from the Old Testament, New Testament, Psalms, and Proverbs, it's easy to divide your daily reading up in a way that best suits your schedule. Its combination of accuracy and poetic language also makes the New King James Version® perfect for daily Bible reading.
The NKJV Daily Bible: With Devotional Insights from Charles Stanley
by Charles F. Stanley Thomas NelsonThis special edition of The NKJV Daily Bible contains 52 devotional articles by Charles Stanley, one for each week of the year, as well as all of the Bible contents of The NKJV Daily Bible. The weekly devotional insights from Dr. Stanley are carefully selected and adapted from several of his books, including How to Listen to God, The Wonderful Spirit-Filled Life, Winning the War Within, and others. These devotions cover a broad range of important spiritual topics, such a Faith, Temptation, Truth, Adversity, and many more. Each of these articles will provide a theme for prayer and meditation as you walk with God through each week of the year. The main part of The NKJV Daily Bible consists of daily portions of the Old Testament, the Psalms, the Proverbs, and the New Testament from the trusted New King James Version of the Bible. If you read each daily portion--an activity that takes about fifteen minutes a day--you will have read through the entire Bible in a year. May you be blessed as you grow closer to God through the regular daily study of His inspired Word, the Holy Bible.