The Meaning Of Matthew

Author : Judy Shepard
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2009-09-03
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781101140185

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The Meaning of Matthew by Judy Shepard Pdf

“The Meaning of Matthew is Judy Shepard’s passionate and courageous attempt to understand what no mother should have to understand, which is why her son was murdered in Laramie, Wyoming, in the fall of 1998. It is a vivid testimony to a life cut short, and testimony too, to the bravery and compassion of Judy and Dennis—Matthew’s parents—as they struggle to survive a grief that won’t go away.”—Larry McMurty, author of Terms of Endearment and Lonesome Dove Today the name Matthew Shepard is synonymous with gay rights, but until 1998, he was just Judy Shepard’s son. In this remarkably candid memoir, Judy Shepard shares the story behind the headlines. Interweaving memories of Matthew and her family with the challenges of confronting her son’s death, Judy describes how she handled the crippling loss of her child in the public eye, the vigils and protests held by strangers in her son’s name, and ultimately how she and her husband gained the courage to help prosecutors convict her son's murderers. The Meaning of Matthew is more than a retelling of horrific injustice that brought the reality of inequality and homophobia into the American consciousness. It is an unforgettable and inspiring account of how one ordinary woman turned an unthinkable tragedy into a vital message for the world.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Canongate U.S.
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Bibles
ISBN : 0802136168

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The Gospel According to Matthew by Anonim Pdf

The publication of the King James version of the Bible, translated between 1603 and 1611, coincided with an extraordinary flowering of English literature and is universally acknowledged as the greatest influence on English-language literature in history. Now, world-class literary writers introduce the book of the King James Bible in a series of beautifully designed, small-format volumes. The introducers' passionate, provocative, and personal engagements with the spirituality and the language of the text make the Bible come alive as a stunning work of literature and remind us of its overwhelming contemporary relevance.

Author : Anna J. Michener
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2009-02-15
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9780226524047

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Becoming Anna by Anna J. Michener Pdf

Becoming Anna is the poignant memoir of the first sixteen years in the life of Anna Michener, a young woman who fought a painful battle against her abusive family. Labeled "crazy girl" for much of her childhood, Anna suffered physical and emotional damage at the hands of the adults who were supposed to love and protect her. Committed to various mental institutions by her family, at sixteen Anna was finally able to escape her chaotic home life and enter a foster home. As an effort toward recovery and self-affirmation as well as a powerful plea on behalf of other abused children, Anna wrote this memoir while the experience was fresh and the emotions were still raw and unhealed. Her story is a powerful tale of survival. "A teen's raw, in-your-face chronicle of events almost as they were happening. As such, it's unforgettable. . . . Michener's story gives voice to the thousands of children and adolescents trapped in 'the system,' biding their time until their 18th birthdays. A candid and unstinting tell-all."—Kirkus Reviews "Extraordinary. . . . Michener's expressive writing does justice to a topic that is clearly very disturbing to her personally and communicates a profoundly important message on behalf of all abused and neglected children."—Booklist "An important book, painful to read, but essential if other children in similar situations are to be saved."—Library Journal "An innocent child's account of 16 years in hell and of the terrible wrongs inflicted on children who are without rights or caring advocates."—Choice "[Michener] emerges as a compelling and courageous advocate for children and their welfare—she's a young writer with an extraordinary voice."Feminist Bookstore News "Quite simply one of the best, most compelling, well-written autobiographies published in years. . . . Remember the name. We have not heard the last of Anna Michener."—Myree Whitfield, Melbourne Herald-Sun, cover story

Author : Charles Fillmore
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 720 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2013-07-17
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9780486316093

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Metaphysical Bible Dictionary by Charles Fillmore Pdf

A key to Charles Fillmore's original form of religious expression, this volume is a core text of the Unity movement and interprets the hidden meanings of the Bible's names, places, and events.

Author : Roswell D. Hitchcock
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2018-08-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 138799719X

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Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary: Definitions of Ancient Hebrew Names Mentioned in Biblical Lore by Roswell D. Hitchcock Pdf

Hitchcock's compendium of Bible names and their definitions demystifies the meanings of every Bible name from A to Z - thus, it is a superb reference manual for spiritual study. A good supplement to Biblical studies, Hitchcock's book lists the meanings behind the various names. This allows readers to discover the etymological origins of the most famous figures in the Bible, place these names in their proper context, and thus perform readings of the holy scripture from a more informed perspective. Many of the names pertain directly to the qualities of their holders. For example the name Behemoth from the Book of Job simply means 'monstrous', while the name 'Iscariot' (as in Judas Iscariot) means 'a man of murder; a hireling'. Other names are however more nuanced - the name 'Baal' means 'master, or lord', contrasting the demonic connotations applied by 17th century Gothic fiction.

Author : Philip Yancey
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2008-09-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310295815

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The Jesus I Never Knew by Philip Yancey Pdf

How does the Jesus of the New Testament compare to the Jesus we think we know so well? Join bestselling author Philip Yancey as he conducts an enlightening biblical and historical investigation into the real Jesus. From the manger in Bethlehem to the cross in Jerusalem, Philip Yancey presents a complex character who generates questions as well as answers--a disturbing and exhilarating Jesus who wants to radically transform your life and stretch your faith. In The Jesus I Never Knew, Yancey: Cuts through existing views and preconceptions of Jesus, citing experts from church history, modern history, and popular culture Discusses how different people and cultures view Jesus Dissects popular quotes about Jesus Points us back to the Bible The Jesus I Never Knew will engage your heart, mind, emotions, and senses, preparing you for a new, life-changing encounter with the real Jesus described in the Gospels. Praise for The Jesus I Never Knew: "This is the best book about Jesus I have ever read, probably the best book about Jesus in the whole century. Yancey gently took away my blinders and blazed the trail through my own doubting fears, pious know-it-all, and critical balderdash until I saw the Savior anew and thought I heard him ask me, 'Now whom do you say that I am?' and I understood the question as I never had before." --Lewis B. Smedes, Senior Professor, Fuller Seminary "Philip Yancey takes the reader with him on his very personal journey to Jesus. In The Jesus I Never Knew, I became convinced that the Jesus I met--in some ways for the first time--has known me all along. This book is destined to become a favorite--to recommend to those still seeking Jesus and to pass along to those who've met him, but long to know him more." --Elisa Morgan, President Emerita, MOPS International

Author : Lydia Hooper Marvin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1873
Category : Beatitudes
ISBN : NYPL:33433069327280

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The Eight Beatitudes by Lydia Hooper Marvin Pdf

Author : Matt Woodley
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2011-09-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830836420

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The Gospel of Matthew by Matt Woodley Pdf

They say the Bible is true, but does it ring true? Does it resonate? In this journey through the Gospel of Matthew, Matt Woodley considers the audacious idea of a God with us--confronting us in the midst of all we've invested ourselves in and dedicated ourselves to, and encouraging us with the promise that the God who made us has a better life in mind for us. The Resonate series recovers the ancient wisdom of Scripture for a complex world. The stories and insights of each book of the Bible are brought into conversation with contemporary voices of hope and lament--the cultural messages we interact with on a daily basis. The Scriptures become a meeting ground where God is confronted with the pressing concerns of our day, and we are confronted in turn with a fresh experience of God's truth.

Author : Leah Campbell
Publisher : Createspace Independent Pub
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2013-04-04
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1483911330

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Single Infertile Female by Leah Campbell Pdf

“First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes a baby in the baby carriage.”That's how the story goes, right? We all grow up hearing the same fairy tales, and imagining the same futures. But what happens when the future you have always pictured for yourself, is ripped away before you ever even get the chance to pursue it?Single Infertile Female tells the story of a girl, still young and looking for love, who is hit with a medical diagnosis that threatens to destroy the future she always believed she would have. Faced with a choice between now or never, she has to decide if love and marriage should always have to come first. And if they don't, can you still keep looking for them, even while actively pursuing that baby in the baby carriage?

Author : Patrick Hanks,Kate Hardcastle,Flavia Hodges
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0198610602

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A Dictionary of First Names by Patrick Hanks,Kate Hardcastle,Flavia Hodges Pdf

The fascinating and informative Dictionary of First Names covers over 6,000 names in common use in English, including the very newest names as well as traditional names. From Alice to Zanna and Adam to Zola this book will answer all your questions: it will tell you the age, origin, and meaningof the name, as well as how it has fared in terms of popularity, and who the famous fictional or historical bearers for the name have been. It covers alternative spellings, short forms and pet forms, and masculine and feminine forms, as well as help with pronunciation.The book includes extensive appendices covering names from languages including Scottish, Irish, French, German, Italian, Arabic, and Chinese names. Tables of the most popular names by year and by region are also included.This is the most comprehensive paperback first names dictionary available. From the traditional to the rare and unconventional, this book will tell you everything you need to know about names.

Author : Matthew Bok
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2014-12-06
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781312731592

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The Meaning of Being Lonely by Matthew Bok Pdf

Two different stories about the genesis and the life-cycle of relationships. One is told from the female perspective, one from the male.

Author : Benno Przybylski
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2004-12-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780521616935

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Righteousness in Matthew and His World of Thought by Benno Przybylski Pdf

Reassesses the concept of righteousness in Matthew in light of the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Tannaitic literature.

Author : Matthew J. Thomas
Publisher : Mohr Siebeck
Page : 285 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2018-07-24
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9783161562754

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Paul's 'Works of the Law' in the Perspective of Second Century Reception by Matthew J. Thomas Pdf

Paul writes that we are justified by faith apart from 'works of the law', a disputed term that represents a fault line between 'old' and 'new' perspectives on Paul. Was the Apostle reacting against the Jews' good works done to earn salvation, or the Mosaic Law's practices that identified the Jewish people? Matthew J. Thomas examines how Paul's second century readers understood these points in conflict, how they relate to 'old' and 'new' perspectives, and what their collective witness suggests about the Apostle's own meaning. Surprisingly, these early witnesses align closely with the 'new' perspective, though their reasoning often differs from both viewpoints. They suggest that Paul opposes these works neither due to moralism, nor primarily for experiential or social reasons, but because the promised new law and covenant, which are transformative and universal in scope, have come in Christ.

Author : Robert Horton Gundry
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Page : 734 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0802807356

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Matthew by Robert Horton Gundry Pdf

Heralded as "an epoch-making book" when it first appeared, this new edition takes up criticisms that readers have lodged against its interpretations. This bold study retains the redaction-critical methodology of Gundry's original work and the host of provocative interpretations that result.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Canongate Books
Page : 73 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1999-01-01
Category : Bibles
ISBN : 9780857860972

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The Gospel According to Mark by Anonim Pdf

The earliest of the four Gospels, the book portrays Jesus as an enigmatic figure, struggling with enemies, his inner and external demons, and with his devoted but disconcerted disciples. Unlike other gospels, his parables are obscure, to be explained secretly to his followers. With an introduction by Nick Cave