On Sins And Virtues

Author : Shannon Schuren
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2019-06-25
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9780525516552

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The Virtue of Sin by Shannon Schuren Pdf

A compelling novel about speaking out, standing up, and breaking free -- perfect for fans of The Handmaid's Tale and Tara Westover's Educated. Miriam lives in New Jerusalem, a haven in the desert far away from the sins and depravity of the outside world. Within the gates of New Jerusalem, and under the eye of its founder and leader, Daniel, Miriam knows she is safe. Cared for. Even if she's forced, as a girl, to quiet her tongue when she has thoughts she wants to share, Miriam knows that New Jerusalem is a far better life than any alternative. So when God calls for a Matrimony, she's thrilled; she knows that Caleb, the boy she loves, will choose her to be his wife and they can finally start their life together. But when the ceremony goes wrong and Miriam winds up with someone else, she can no longer keep quiet. For the first time, Miriam begins to question not only the rules that Daniel has set in place, but also what it is she believes in, and where she truly belongs. Alongside unexpected allies, Miriam fights to learn--and challenge--the truth behind the only way of life she's ever known, even if it means straying from the path of Righteousness. A compelling debut novel about speaking out, standing up, and breaking free. Praise for The Virtue of Sin: "Shannon Schuren weaves a complex tale of love, faith, and lies in her thought-provoking debut The Virtue of Sin. As important as it is entertaining, this is a must-read for anyone who knows that independent thought trumps fitting in. One of my favorite reads of the year." --Christina Dalcher, bestselling author of VOX "Schuren beautifully captures the breathlessness of both first love, and first rebellion, in this engrossing, timely book. Part page-turning drama, part romance, the novel is above all an exploration of the ways repression can damage the soul--and what it takes to rise above it." --Jennifer Donaldson, critically acclaimed author of Lies You Never Told Me

Author : Donald Capps
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2000-03-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781579102470

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Deadly Sins and Saving Virtues by Donald Capps Pdf

Using biblical narratives, the Beatitudes and Erick H. Erikson's life cycle theory, Donald Capps reveals ways to combat the deadly sins by nurturing saving virtues. With his work rooted deeply in the Bible, Capps attempts to show comparisons that link each traditional deadly sin with a particular stage of personality development, using biblical figures to provide dynamic examples of virtue and sin. Providing broad implications for practicing ministry, Capps book will intrigue all who wish to explore virtue and sin from a pastoral, biblical and psychological perspective.

Author : Lubomyr Husar
Publisher : Glagoslav Publications
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2020-07-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9789660386990

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On Sins and Virtues by Lubomyr Husar Pdf

His Beatitude Lubomyr Husar (1933-2017) is a great sage and spiritual leader who lived and worked in keeping with the teachings of the Scriptures, a man with a great heart, with great love for life and people, with a desire to know others. The numerous trials and tribulations that fell to his lot not only failed to break him, but, on the contrary, strengthened his spirit and faith. e book is a talk about human virtues and sins. It gives the reader an opportunity to look at routine situations from a new perspective, to rethink their relationships with others and get a deeper insight into the foundations of spiritual life. This is a real guide to the numerous occasions when we face a moral dilemma. In an easy and accessible manner the author shares his vision of the traits inherent in an individual person as well as society as a whole. He shows how we can get rid of our blemishes and how we can develop the best in our souls that God has bestowed upon each of us. e book is illustrated by drawings selected by the jury of the Competition for the best children’s illustration to Lubomyr Husar’s book «On Sins and Virtues».

Author : James Stalker
Publisher : Cosimo, Inc.
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2009-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781605206929

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The Seven Deadly Sins by James Stalker Pdf

This 1901 pamphlet is a handy guide to all who need instruction in the worst of the worst sins, those seven "deadly" misdeeds designed by Satan himself to trip us up. Discover: [ Pride, "the primary sin" [ Avarice, which "has played a conspicuous and evil part in history" [ Luxury, "what we should rather call sensuality or licentiousness" [ Envy, "the cause of some of the greatest crimes" [ Appetite, or "gluttony" and "drunkenness" [ Anger, excepting "holy indignation" [ Sloth, or "aversion to religious exercises" Whether taken as caution or instruction, this classic instructive work is sure to enlighten the curious reader. Scottish evangelical preacher JAMES M. STALKER (1848-1927) also wrote *The Life of Jesus Christ* (1885) and *The Life of St. Paul* (1888), among many other works.

Author : Rebecca Konyndyk DeYoung
Publisher : Brazos Press
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2020-06-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781493422166

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Glittering Vices by Rebecca Konyndyk DeYoung Pdf

Drawing on centuries of wisdom from the Christian ethical tradition, this book takes readers on a journey of self-examination, exploring why our hearts are captivated by glittery but false substitutes for true human goodness and happiness. The first edition sold 35,000 copies and was a C. S. Lewis Book Prize award winner. Now updated and revised throughout, the second edition includes a new chapter on grace and growth through the spiritual disciplines. Questions for discussion and study are included at the end of each chapter.

Author : John Koessler
Publisher : Moody Publishers
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2020-09-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780802498564

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Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Pdf

Has the World Confused Evil with Righteousness? When sin is disguised as virtue, the path to cultivating righteousness becomes impossible. Such is the challenge Christians face in the modern age. Not long ago, most people would agree that the seven deadly sins are in fact deadly. But ask them today, and you’ll hear a different answer. Today, “anger” is often considered an admirable emotion, “lust” the only expression of love, and “greed” the unassailable right to “get what’s yours.” The world can rebrand sin all it wants and declare the death of truth, but it has no power against the truth of the Scripture. What God calls sin is sin—no matter what the world says. And sin always has the same destination—death and destruction. Dangerous Virtues examines how to recognize these seven deadly sins as they are subtly disguised in today’s culture. Dr. John Koessler provides a theology of sin and why the Christian must develop a prayerful heart and discerning eye to identify where sin exists in a world where good is called evil and evil called good.

Author : Peter Kreeft
Publisher : Ignatius Press
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2009-10-27
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781681490472

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Back to Virtue by Peter Kreeft Pdf

"We have reduced all virtues to one: being nice. And, we measure Jesus by our standard instead of measuring our standard by Him." For the Christian, explains author Peter Kreeft, being virtuous is not a means to the end of pleasure, comfort and happiness. Virtue, he reminds us, is a word that means "manly strength." But how do we know when we are being meek--or just cowardly? When is our anger righteous--and when is it a sin? What is the difference between being virtuous--and merely ethical? Back to Virtue clears up these and countless other questions that beset Christians today. Kreeft not only summarizes scriptural and theological wisdom on leading a holy life, he contrasts Christian virtue with other ethical systems. He applies traditional moral theology to present-day dilemmas such as abortion and nuclear armament. Kreeft restores to us what was once common knowledge: the Seven Deadly Sins have an antidote in the Beatitudes. By setting up a close contrast between the two sets of behaviors, Kreeft offers proven guidance in the often bewildering process of discerning right from wrong as we move into the questionable mores of the twenty-first century. He provides a road map of virtue, a map for our earthly pilgrimage synthesized from the accumulated wisdom of centuries of Christians, from Paul and the early Church Fathers through C.S. Lewis.

Author : Ferdinand Holthausen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1821
Category : Vices
ISBN : PSU:000005248599

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Vices and Virtues, Being a Soul's Confession of Its Sins, with Reason's Description of the Virtues by Ferdinand Holthausen Pdf

Author : Julian Bound
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2017-02-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1520583826

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The Seven Deadly Sins and the Seven Heavenly Virtues by Julian Bound Pdf

THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS AND THE SEVEN HEAVENLY VIRTUES by JULIAN BOUND 'The Seven Sins and Virtues as viewed in religion, ancient mythology and in art and literature.' The Seven Deadly Sins and the antidotes of The Seven Heavenly Virtues have been depicted throughout history in forms of both Greek and Roman mythology and in the world of art and literature. Perceived as being associated within the doctrine of the Christian faith, the eastern religions of Buddhism, Hinduism and Sikhism all share a parallel view of the seven sins and virtues, yet are expressed in the theology of different precepts. Examining the similarities of each sin and virtue within religions of the world, and of the portrayal in mythology and art and literature, 'The Seven Deadly Sins and The Seven Heavenly Virtues' also invites the reader to identify which sin they are prone to and of what virtue best displays their greatest qualities; the result of which is an exploration of the self within the aspects of the seven sins and seven virtues, and so acting as a guide for each soul's unique individual path.

Author : Ferdinand Holthausen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1888
Category : Christian literature, English (Middle)
ISBN : UOM:39015010213422

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Vices and Virtues by Ferdinand Holthausen Pdf

Author : Franklin Benjamin
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2018-10-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1727354184

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The Seven Heavenly Virtues and the Seven Deadly Sins by Franklin Benjamin Pdf

We value virtue but do not discuss it. The honest book-keeper, the faithful wife, the earnest scholar get little of our attention compared to the embezzler, the tramp, the cheat. - John Steinbeck The Seven Heavenly Virtues is a classic interpretation of seven basic concepts that will lead us to glory. In alphabetical order, (each of which conveniently corresponds to one of the Seven Deadly Sins), along with some examples demonstrating each. According to Christian theology, The Seven Heavenly Virtues are the stepping stones to the glorification of the soul. They are a combination of the three Theological Virtues and the four Cardinal Virtues. The purpose of the Seven Virtues is to guide you on the path of righteousness, and keep you away from sins. In fact, they tell the virtuous what he should do, as opposed to The Seven Deadly Sins that tell you what you should keep away from. This article provides an insight into The Seven Holy Virtues and their meanings. The description is accompanied by a Bible verse that high-lights the value of each one of these virtues.

Author : John Zmirak
Publisher : Bad Catholic's Guides
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Religion
ISBN : 082452585X

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The Bad Catholic's Guide to the Seven Deadly Sins by John Zmirak Pdf

Scripture places high priority on the disciplemaking capacity of the church, This book shows how to accomplish it. Foreword by Howard Ball.

Author : Luis (de Granada)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1890
Category : Christian life
ISBN : UVA:X030794614

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The Sinner's Guide by Luis (de Granada) Pdf

Author : James Stalker
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1902
Category : Cardinal virtues
ISBN : UVA:X001181311

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The Seven Cardinal Virtues by James Stalker Pdf

Author : Katarzyna Bronk
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2014-02-01
Category : Ethics
ISBN : 1848882432

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Looking Back to See the Future by Katarzyna Bronk Pdf

All the authors who have contributed to Looking Back to See the Future have taken up the challenge to inter-disciplinarily investigate the ambiguous concepts of sins, vices and virtues. Their illuminating chapters test the definitions and applications of these religio-cultural categories in the contexts of the distant past as well as our contemporary, globalised, consumerist present; but they all do it for the sake of catching a glimpse of their and our future. By looking into religious and philosophical treatises, paraliterary and literary texts as well as everyday practices, the authors prove that the interpretations of what constitutes sin, vice and virtue are becoming more and more difficult in the twenty-first century.