Download or read book Ancient Wisdom in Modern Verse written by S T Kimbrough and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2023-10-16 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The wisdom of ancient sages, many of whom predate the Christian era, particularly historians, philosophers, playwrights, and poets of Greece, but also many of the wise early church fathers and mothers continue to be a source of insight into life well lived. This book of poems gleans some of their gems of wisdom and views them through the lens of contemporary language and experience. In addition to the wisdom of early Greek sages, there is here a significant number of quotations from the apostolic fathers and the post-apostolic fathers/mothers: Justin Martyr, Irenaeus of Lyons, Clement of Alexandria, and Origen. From the so-called “Golden Age” of Christianity (fourth to eighth centuries) there are comments from Basil (bishop of Caesarea), Gregory (bishop of Nazianzus), Gregory (bishop of Nyssa), Isidore (bishop of Pelusium), and Maximus the Confessor. From the Latin fathers of the same period there are selections from Tertullian, Augustine (bishop of Hippo), and from the Syriac fathers Ephrem the Syrian and Isaac (bishop of Nineveh). From the desert fathers and mothers there are excerpts from Symeon the New Theologian and Amma Theodora. These poetic paraphrases of ancient wisdom are shared with the hope that they are faithful to these servants of knowledge and faith, and that they will continue to enhance life’s meaning today.
Download or read book Ancient Wisdom in Modern Verse written by S T Kimbrough and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2023-10-16 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The wisdom of ancient sages, many of whom predate the Christian era, particularly historians, philosophers, playwrights, and poets of Greece, but also many of the wise early church fathers and mothers continue to be a source of insight into life well lived. This book of poems gleans some of their gems of wisdom and views them through the lens of contemporary language and experience. In addition to the wisdom of early Greek sages, there is here a significant number of quotations from the apostolic fathers and the post-apostolic fathers/mothers: Justin Martyr, Irenaeus of Lyons, Clement of Alexandria, and Origen. From the so-called “Golden Age” of Christianity (fourth to eighth centuries) there are comments from Basil (bishop of Caesarea), Gregory (bishop of Nazianzus), Gregory (bishop of Nyssa), Isidore (bishop of Pelusium), and Maximus the Confessor. From the Latin fathers of the same period there are selections from Tertullian, Augustine (bishop of Hippo), and from the Syriac fathers Ephrem the Syrian and Isaac (bishop of Nineveh). From the desert fathers and mothers there are excerpts from Symeon the New Theologian and Amma Theodora. These poetic paraphrases of ancient wisdom are shared with the hope that they are faithful to these servants of knowledge and faith, and that they will continue to enhance life’s meaning today.
Download or read book Ancient Wisdom in Modern Verse written by S T Jr. Kimbrough and published by Resource Publications (CA). This book was released on 2023-10-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The wisdom of ancient sages, many of whom predate the Christian era, particularly historians, philosophers, playwrights, and poets of Greece, but also many of the wise early church fathers and mothers continue to be a source of insight into life well lived. This book of poems gleans some of their gems of wisdom and views them through the lens of contemporary language and experience. In addition to the wisdom of early Greek sages, there is here a significant number of quotations from the apostolic fathers and the post-apostolic fathers/mothers: Justin Martyr, Irenaeus of Lyons, Clement of Alexandria, and Origen. From the so-called "Golden Age" of Christianity (fourth to eighth centuries) there are comments from Basil (bishop of Caesarea), Gregory (bishop of Nazianzus), Gregory (bishop of Nyssa), Isidore (bishop of Pelusium), and Maximus the Confessor. From the Latin fathers of the same period there are selections from Tertullian, Augustine (bishop of Hippo), and from the Syriac fathers Ephrem the Syrian and Isaac (bishop of Nineveh). From the desert fathers and mothers there are excerpts from Symeon the New Theologian and Amma Theodora. These poetic paraphrases of ancient wisdom are shared with the hope that they are faithful to these servants of knowledge and faith, and that they will continue to enhance life's meaning today.
Download or read book Ancient Wisdom for Today s World written by Daniel L. Segraves and published by . This book was released on 1990-01 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Something New Under the Sun Ancient Wisdom for Contemporary Living written by Ray Pritchard and published by Primedia E-launch LLC. This book was released on with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What can we learn from looking at the world around us?According to King Solomon, quite a lot. Solomon was a man of faith who took his readers on a voyage through some of the backwater regions of life that we all think about but rarely discuss in public. He wasn't afraid to ask the hard questions or to admit when there were no easy answers.In Something New Under the Sun, Pastor Ray Pritchard walks readers through Ecclesiastes, a book written by King Solomon from an earthly perspective. Solomon examines those things available to us in this life and invites us on a search for ultimate truth. Pastor Pritchard adds poignant and revealing stories to the words of this great king of old to bring this book crashing into our reality as we approach the 21st century.In short, bite-sized devotionals, Ray Pritchard brings us face to face with such topics as:the meaning of lifethe reality of deaththe instability of powerthe futility of richesFor a generation desperately searching for reality - and not knowing where to find it - God wrote a book that sets our feet in the right direction. Join Ray Pritchard as he follows Solomon on his journey to truth through the book of Ecclesiastes.
Download or read book Ancient Wisdom for Modern Man written by Nancy W. Ross and published by Simon & Schuster. This book was released on 1974 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Ancient Wisdom for the Good Life written by Ralph Hawkins and published by Hendrickson Publishers. This book was released on 2023-12-15 with total page 380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Ancient Wisdom for the Good Life, Ralph K. Hawkins turns our attention to the Bible’s Wisdom Literature (Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs) and how it can correct us, train us in righteousness, and ultimately empower us for successful living. These are some of the most inspired writings on the Good Life the world has ever known, in which ancient Israel’s sages wrote about how to live stable, harmonious, productive, and joyous lives. Together, they interlock to cover the entire field of wisdom, providing contemporary readers with the tools to develop a unified world view with God at the center. Ancient Wisdom for the Good Life culls out the guidance of ancient Israel’s sages for a modern society that has been cut adrift from its moorings. Full of wisdom and practically written, this book could be used as a supplementary text in an undergraduate or seminary course in the Wisdom Literature, and it would certainly be useful for pastors in their sermon preparation or even just general reading. Table of Contents: Winning and the Wisdom Literature A Mindset of Integrity A Mindset of Community A Mindset of Communication A Mindset of Cause-and-Effect A Mindset of Goal-Setting A Mindset of Work A Mindset of Health A Mindset of Abundance A Mindset of Joy About the Author Ralph K. Hawkins (PhD, Andrews University) is professor of religion and director of the Program in Religion at Averett University. He is co-director of the Jordan Valley Excavation Project (JVEP) and the author of several books, including The Iron Age I Structure on Mt. Ebal: Excavation and Interpretation (Eisenbrauns), How Israel became a People (Abingdon Press), and Discovering Exodus: Content, Interpretation, Reception (SPCK/Eerdmans). An Anglican priest, Hawkins has also written pastoral books, including While I Was Praying: Finding Insights about God in Old Testament Prayers (Smyth & Helwys), and Leadership Lessons: Avoiding the Pitfalls of King Saul (Thomas Nelson).
Download or read book Treasures from an Old Book written by Lorin Bradbury Ph.D. and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2020-08-07 with total page 389 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book of Proverbs is power packed with wisdom that will guide God’s people in daily living and is widely recognized as a source of sound, practical wisdom. It’s a rich fountain of profound but simple insight. In Volume 1 of Treasures from an Old Book, author Lorin Bradbury, Ph.D. addresses every verse of the first nine chapters of the book of Proverbs in a series of fifty-one unique lessons. He draws upon more than forty years of pastoral experience, making practical applications throughout each lesson to encourage the Christian needing a word of inspiration and to provide insight and application for a busy pastor teaching on these timeless truths. Ranging from establishing a sure foundation on the word of God, to fear of the Lord, to parental instruction, to warnings against enticement from the world, Bradbury shows that a study in Proverbs has the potential to improve how you relate to your children, spouse, neighbors, and coworkers, and most importantly, how you relate to God. Lorin Bradbury, Ph.D. is both a pastor and a psychologist and draws upon both disciplines in communicating scriptural truths. Lorin Bradbury is very intelligent and highly educated. Coupled with his intelligence is his solid, practical understanding and perception. In this book, he has succeeded in unpacking the treasures of wisdom found in “Proverbs” and displayed them so that each of us have access to godly wisdom in our daily lives. —Terry Pugh, Pastor Odessa, TX Wisdom has been defined as, “knowing what to do next.” The wisdom of God is found in the book of Proverbs. In these pages, Dr. Bradbury does an exceptional job of making the insight of Proverbs relevant for today. This is an incredible resource for any pastor or Bible teacher. You will never be any better than your resource. The material in this book is well researched and exceptional in the presentation. —Carlton Coon, Pastor & Author Springfield, MO
Download or read book Pearls of Ancient Wisdom written by Viviana Siddhi and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2019-01-09 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Viviana Siddhi’s Pearls of Ancient Wisdom explores a basic truth: that the only constant in life is change. Writing poetry brings Viviana joy and is a way to go deeper into an experience and receive information that is transformational” (World Poetry Moment). “The poetry of Viviana Siddhi represents an inspiring translation of this unceasing flow of life’s wisdom that permeates and embraces us humans and all other beings in the universe” (Author Marko Pogacnik). “Viviana Siddhi’s poems are like images . . . Think about a lotus . . . The material used for making the lotus has the image of the lotus, and it was covered with some other concept, but Viviana removed the cover and showed the image of the lotus to the world” (Yoga master Baiju Muthunasan). “Viviana’s new book shall help guide many upon their path, and it is with personal recommendation that all those pursuing the path of light read her words to become inspired by one who is truly walking in light and love” (Rev. Dr. James Capers). “In addition to Viviana Siddhi’s excellent scholastic accomplishments, she has proven her leadership ability within her Foundation as a Spiritual Leader, Sacred Artist, Yogini, and a Poet” (Leroy A. Spang, president, Northern Cheyenne Tribe). “Masterpiece” (Publish America).
Download or read book Ancient Wisdom Modern Words written by Michael Gurian and published by . This book was released on 2010-10-23 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book of liturgical poems appeals both to Jews and non-Jews. Gurian has written these poems with traditional and contemporary Jewish themes in mind, yet has also created poetry to stir the heart of a universal audience." - Rabbi Stuart Altshuler, Chapman University
Download or read book Old Testament Wisdom Literature written by Craig G. Bartholomew and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2014-06-04 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Craig G. Bartholomew and Ryan P. O'Dowd provide an informed introduction to the Old Testament wisdom books Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and Job. More than an introduction, however, this is a thoughtful consideration of the hermeneutical implications of this literature.
Download or read book The Great Road written by Edrid E. Tirado and published by . This book was released on 2016-11-25 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This little book is a summary of several, multi-lingual, translations of the Tao Te Ching. The Tao Te Ching, translated means The Book of the Great Way and is a collection of 81 ancient verses written about 2,500 years ago by a Chinese spiritual named Lao Tzu. Having evolved from traditional Christianity, author Edrid Tirado has found the Tao Te Ching to be a profoundly honest and transforming way of life. These 81 verses have resounded deeply truthful and liberating to millions of individuals around the world. Today the Tao Te Ching is shared with you.
Download or read book How to Be Content written by Horace and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2020-10-20 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Roman poet Horace (65-8 BC) has long been read as a wise and pragmatic guide to living a good life. Writing at the very moment when Rome was transitioning from a republic to an empire, Romans found the advice in his poems appealing: live quietly and non-extravagantly amid the excesses of a materialistic society, avoid extreme emotions of any kind as psychologically damaging, place a value on friendship of all kinds, do not be afraid of death, and most famously live every day to the full as tomorrow may never come (carpe diem). But above all else, Horace advocated a life of contentment and self-sufficiency"--
Download or read book Ancient Wisdom For Modern Times written by Anjana Chokshi and published by . This book was released on 2006-01-01 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ancient Wisdom For Modern Times Offers Refreshing Insights Into The Many Challenges That We Face In Day To Day Living. The Stories In This Book Extracted From Zen, Taoist, Sufi, Upanishads And Other Scriptures, Will Encourage You To Change From Within And Also Help You To: Recognize The Leader Within Yourself Reinvent The Obstacles That Appear To Be Holding You Back Resolve Problems And Explore New Pathways In Your Workplace As Well As In Your Life Perform With Passion, Energy And Flair
Download or read book Psalms Proverbs Ecclesiastes and Song of Songs written by John Hilber and published by Zondervan Academic. This book was released on 2016-01-12 with total page 944 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many today find the Old Testament a closed book. The cultural issues seem insurmountable and we are easily baffled by that which seems obscure. Furthermore, without knowledge of the ancient culture we can easily impose our own culture on the text, potentially distorting it. This series invites you to enter the Old Testament with a company of guides, experts that will give new insights into these cherished writings. Features include • Over 2000 photographs, drawings, maps, diagrams and charts provide a visual feast that breathes fresh life into the text. • Passage-by-passage commentary presents archaeological findings, historical explanations, geographic insights, notes on manners and customs, and more. • Analysis into the literature of the ancient Near East will open your eyes to new depths of understanding both familiar and unfamiliar passages. • Written by an international team of 30 specialists, all top scholars in background studies.
Download or read book Plato s Bedroom written by David Kevin O'Connor and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing on Greek myth, Plato, Shakespeare, and a wide range of modern literature and movies, the author invites readers into a deep appreciation of timeless ancient wisdom through reflecting on their own powers for love and their susceptibility to desire. The two aspects of Plato's erotic vision, androgyny and creativity, lead readers to a sense of grateful wonder and sacred awe at our own erotic powers.
Download or read book The Way of Kings written by Nathan Clarkson and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2022-04-26 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today's man is in an identity crisis. With a never-ending barrage of confusing, condescending, and condemning voices telling him who he is and who he isn't, it can feel impossible to discover who he was made to be. Men were made to be kings, to protect the light, fight the darkness, and rule well the domain God has given them. But to be a good king, men must act in the likeness of the King. Drawing on the ancient tradition of an older and wiser ruler passing on his wisdom, like Solomon in the book of Proverbs, Nathan Clarkson offers young men 40 short and to-the-point letters for the journey. Packed with practical, biblically based advice on real-life issues, this book helps men base their identity not in who the world says they should be but in who their King says they can be. For the modern man looking to live out a greater story, The Way of Kings offers ancient wisdom rooted in sacred Scripture to help him discover who he was created to be.
