Browsing Verbum et Ecclesia Volume 27 Issue 1 (2006) by Type "Article"

Browsing Verbum et Ecclesia Volume 27 Issue 1 (2006) by Type "Article"

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  • 2 Samuel 12 as retold by Josephus 
    Begg, Christopher T. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    In this essay the author intends to focus on Josephus' retelling of the events of 2 Samuel 12. At the opening of his Antiquities, Josephus assures readers that in what follows he will not "add to" or "omit anything from" ...
  • The biology of human sexuality : evolution, ecology and physiology 
    Bateman, Philip W.; Bennett, Nigel Charles (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    Many evolutionary biologists argue that human sexual behaviour can be studied in exactly the same way as that of other species. Many sociologists argue that social influences effectively obscure, and are more important ...
  • Drink met vreugde uit die liefdesfontein! - 'n Ou-Testamentiese perspektief op menslike seksualiteit 
    Groenewald, Alphonso, 1969- (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    In this article the author discusses the fact that being sexual is part of being human. The Old Testament quite frankly acknowledges this important aspect of our humanity. It unapologetically depicts men and women as ...
  • Family (oikos) Evangelism for reaching forward caste Hindus in India 
    Fowlkes, D.W.; Verster, Pieter (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    This article acknowledges the need for Church Planting Movements among the unreached peoples of India. Of particular concern to this study is the application of Church Planting Movement strategy to forward caste Hindus of ...
  • Hooglied : hedendaagse paradigma vir romantiese verhoudings 
    Lotter, G.A.; Steyn, Rian S. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    In this article it is argued that the Old Testament book Song of Songs can serve as a present-day paradigm for romantic relationships. Song of Songs is being viewed as a collection of love poems and songs where the romantic ...
  • Huwelik of nie - wat van Hooglied? 
    Viviers, Hendrik (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    The traditional heterosexual, monogamous marriage can be questioned, not only on the grounds of modern deviating practices in regard to permanent love relationships but on discrepancies within the Bible itself. It is a ...
  • Identiteit en seksualiteit in die Nuwe Testament 
    Steyn, Gert Jacobus (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    This contribution wants to provide a broad overview of sexuality in the New Testament. It provides broad thematic stripes, picturing the early Christians as sexual beings with a new identity in Christ. Sexuality is a given ...
  • Konsep, rituele en proses van Afrika-huwelike 
    Masango, Maake J.S. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    In many African tribes, sexual relations are legitimate only within the context of marriage. Moreover, all marriages are preceded by extensive preparations involving, inter alia, education (given by the elders of the ...
  • Kruispunte in Christene se besluitneming oor homoseksualiteit 
    De Villiers, D.E. (Dawid Etienne) (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    The article demonstrates that the present differences Christians have in morally evaluating homosexuality in general and steady homosexual relationships in particular, can be related to the decisions they take at four ...
  • Lyf : fasette van die erotiese en seksuele in die Romeinse ryk 
    Botha, Pieter J.J. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    An introduction to aspects of the erotic and sexuality in Greco-Roman antiquity requires some understanding of how people saw their bodies. What is considered erotic is related to the "ideal" body: sexuality manifests ...
  • Lyf se troos 
    Le Roux, J.H. (Jurie Hendrik), 1944- (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    This article focuses on the body as an 'instrument' to console and comfort others. In the early church so much attention was given to the soul and its salvation that the body was neglected. According to the Manichaeans the ...
  • Maar my voete wil nou sing 
    Vos, C.J.A. (Casparus Johannes Adam), 1945- (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    In this article the author takes a closer look at biblical erotica through the eyes of poetry on the one hand and contemporary Afrikaans poetry on the other. By way of conveying some thoughts on texts in Song of Songs ...
  • Oor doodloopstrate en omwee : kanttekeninge by die boek "Doodloopstrate van die geloof - 'n Perspektief op die Nuwe Hervorming" 
    Spangenberg, I.J.J. (Izak J.J.) (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    In 2002 a number of biblical scholars in South Africa published a book with the title Die Nuwe Hervorming (= The New Reformation). Since then reformed theologians and church councils in South Africa reacted vehemently and ...
  • Permanente homoseksuele verhoudings van liefde en trou 
    Potgieter, Jorrie (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    In this article, the argument is made that homosexual relationships of love and commitment was known by the writers of the Bible. Though definitions like "gay" or "homosexuality" was not known, sexual identity was known. ...
  • Perspektiewe op erotiek en seksualiteit in die ou Nabye Ooste 
    Human, Dirk J. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    Sexuality and erotism form an integral part of life. Both these aspects mediate life fulfilling experiences of love. As part of the creation reality sexuality effects a positive power of life. Evidence from the ancient ...
  • Prejudice, homophobia and the Christian faith community 
    Dreyer, Yolanda (Reformed Theological College, Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    Aims to illustrate that prejudice differs from presuppositions when interpreting the Bible or reflecting theologically on contemporary issues such as homosexuality. Argues that prejudice leads to homophobia which is ...
  • Saamspeel van hand, oog en passie : gedagtes oor erotiek en estetika 
    Veldsman, D.P. (Daniel Petrus), 1959- (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    In critical dismissal on the one hand of the viewpoint of Augustine on original sin, and on the other hand of a proposed viewpoint with regard to a theology of God's good creation, this article explores the intimate ...
  • Similarities in Pentecostal and traditional African culture : a positive potential in a context of urbanization and modernization 
    Ingram, Riaan (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    This article reflects the findings of a study that was conducted by NOVA (a research organization for the alleviation of poverty) for CDE (the Centre of Development and Enterprise) in 2004 with regard to the potential ...
  • The structure of John 17 
    Wong, Corinne Hong Sling (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    This article proposes a structure for John 17. In paragraph A (1-5), Jesus prays for the glorification/revelation of the Father and the Son, so that Jesus' followers may have eternal life. This objective is achieved in ...
  • Towards a Theology of HIV / AIDS 
    Van Wyngaard, Arnau (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    In a world which is slowly but surely being devastated by the HIV / AIDS pandemic, the church needs to get involved in the fight against this disease. In many places the church has conveniently denied that HIV / AIDS has ...