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  • Are there Jews and Christians in the Bible? 
    Pilch, John J. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 1997)
    The article shows that it is anachronistic to speak of either Christians or Jews in the biblical period. In the New Testament both words are used pejoratively by outsiders. However, it became appropriate to speak of Jews ...
  • Aretalogy of the best healer : performance and praise of Mark’s healing Jesus 
    Dube, Zorodzai (AOSIS Open Journals, 2018-12-03)
    The study proposes a link between Mark’s healing stories in chapter 1 and praise songs and/ or poems performed at Apollo’s temple and other possible shrines of Asclepius in Southern Antioch. Mark chapter 1 begins with ...
  • The arrival motif of Malachi's eschatological figures in the Gospel of Luke 
    Lee, Paul Byeong (Unisa Press, 2011)
    The writer argues that Luke uses Malachi’s motif of eschatological figures as is clear from the literary and thematic structure of the Gospel of Luke. The Lord’s messenger and (the messenger of the covenant) are identified ...
  • At the foot of Mount Olympus : a theory on myth 
    Schutte, P.J.W. (Philippus Jacobus Wilhelmus) (Reformed Theological College, Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006-06)
    A cult normally develops around myths and rituals. In this article myth as phenomenon will be investigated. Different types and categories of myths will be listed, while research done in the past on myths will also be ...
  • Attempting a first translation of the Septuagint psalms into Afrikaans : problems and challenges 
    Steyn, Gert Jacobus (Bureau for Scholarly Journals, 2007-09)
    Gedurende Oktober 2004 is 'n vertalingsprojek begin met 'n klein groepie senior studente ten einde die Septuaginta (LXX) psalms vir die eerste keer in Afrikaans te vertaal. Die belang van die LXX vir die Christendom kan ...
  • A Bakhtinian re-reading of the Resurrection of Jesus discourses 
    Mavengano, Esther; Marevesa, Tobias; Dube, Zorodzai (Greek Orthodox Patriarchate, 2020-09)
    The process of reading and meaning-making is complex, ever-evolving and multi-faceted. This dynamism essentially displaces empiricism and its positivistic outlook. The Bakhtinian paradigm adopted in this article underscores ...
  • Barnabas : a leadership model for the Nigerian society 
    Adewale, Olubiyi A.; Oyekan, Funke (OpenJournals Publishing, 2021-09-13)
    It has usually been accepted that the success of any organisation or nation depends on the ability of its leader to govern and manage its affairs. The failure of most developing countries, especially Nigeria, has often ...
  • ‘A barricade across the high road’ : C.S. Lewis on the theology of his time 
    Sarot, Marcel (AOSIS Open Journals, 2019-10-10)
    In this article, I analyse C.S. Lewis’s attitude towards the theology and the theologians of his time. Lewis often emphasised that he was not a theologian. Sometimes he does so out of modesty, to excuse minor errors that ...
  • "Beautiful but tough". A comparison of LXX Esther, Judith and Susanna 
    Steyn, Gert Jacobus (SASNES/Unisa Press, 2008)
    This study provides a comparative survey of the books of LXX Esther, Judith and Susanna. It utilizes primarily narrative criticism, keeping in mind that the narratives should be examined as literature, investigating each ...
  • Begging enterprise : a growing trend among Igbo Christians in Nsukka Urban 
    Ugwu, Ndidiamaka V.; Okoye, Kanayochukwu M. (AOSIS, 2022-06-13)
    It is obvious that the practice of begging is growing exponentially and changing into various forms mostly among the Christians in the Nsukka area. Although begging has long been in existence in the Nsukka area, it has ...
  • Being Biblical? Slavery, sexuality, and the inclusive community 
    Burridge, Richard A.,1955- (Reformed Theological College, Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2008-03)
    The use of the Bible in ethical debate has been central for the last two millennia. Current debates about sexuality, or the position of women in church leadership, are marked by both, or all, sides of the argument using ...
  • Believing in God the Father : interpreting a phrase from the Apostle's Creed 
    Sarot, Marcel (OpenJournals Publishing, 2016-08-19)
    In our days, the creedal phrase ‘I believe in God the Father almighty’ is interpreted primarily along Trinitarian lines: It is applied to God as the Father of Jesus Christ. Here I argue that it has a dual background: in ...
  • Besinning oor die interpretasie van die geloof wat in die belydenis van die maagdelike verwekking van Jesus geleer word 
    Van Aarde, A.G. (Andries G.) (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2000)
    The aim of this article is to reflect on the hermeneutical premises related to doctrinal criticism. The dogma of the virginal conception of Jesus as recorded in the Heidelberg Catechism and the Belgic Confession serves as ...
  • The betrayal of Edom : remarks on a claimed tradition 
    Becking, Bob (OpenJournals Publishing, 2016-09-30)
    Biblical and post-Biblical texts refer to the tradition of the betrayal of Edom. During the conquest the brother-nation of Edom would have betrayed Judah by choosing sides with the Babylonians. Historical and archaeological ...
  • Beyond just wages : an intercultural analysis of Matthew 20: 1-16 
    Loba-Mkole, Jean-Claude (Unisa Press, 2014)
    The present study offers an intercultural exegesis of Matt 20:1-16 and shows how it provides grounds for alleviating poverty and promoting justice which goes beyond just wages. This exegesis proceeds through a constructive ...
  • Beyond shame and honour : Matthew’s representation of the dignity code of Jesus 
    Domeris, Bill (South African Theological Seminary, 2019-09)
    The Gospel of Matthew, across the centuries, has provided the bedrock for the instruction of Christians, especially new converts. The Gospel offers a multifaceted portrait of Jesus, perfect for an understanding of the Reign ...
  • Bible subversion : an ideology critique of the manner and motif behind the use of scriptures by politicians 
    Speckman, McGlory (OpenJournals Publishing, 2016-09-30)
    The use of biblical texts by politicians in recent years has led to a proliferation of critical publications by biblical scholars. Some focus on reconstructing the rhetoric itself, others on analysing the historical ...
  • Bible translation and reconstruction hermeneutics 
    Loba-Mkole, Jean-Claude (Department of Ancient Languages, University of Pretoria, 2010)
    The role that Africa has played in the history of Bible translation since the event of the LXX is impressive. Yet, there is still a lot that Africa can contribute to Bible translation theory and practice. Following a ...
  • A biblical approach to the reduction of child poverty in Anambra state, Nigeria 
    Echeta, Uzonna F. (AOSIS, 2020-05)
    Child poverty reduction is one of the most important and urgent tasks that requires attention in most regions of the world, nations and Anambra state specifically. The population of impoverished children is progressively ...
  • Biblical cartography and the (mis)representation of Paul’s missionary travels 
    Guijarro, Santiago (BioMed Central, 2019-08-27)
    Biblical cartography has elaborated a master narrative of Paul’s missionary activity. This master narrative, which clearly distinguishes between three different journeys, is omnipresent and can easily be found in Bibles ...