Religious Transformation: Medieval to Modern Eras
Theocentric Society: Medieval Age
Society in the Medieval Age was theocentric, explaining everything through the power of God and divine forces. The basic objectives were work and service to God, each from their estate. All life was centered on God’s will, expressed in the Bible and interpreted by ecclesiastical authority, especially the Pope. Science and art aimed to explain the action of God. Christian thought was universal and unique.
Anthropocentric Society: Modern Age
In the Modern Age, society
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A New Way of Thinking: The Renaissance
During the fifteenth century, a new way of thinking began to spread throughout Europe. It was in the sixteenth century that we can truly speak of the Renaissance, characterized by:
- The rejection of the medieval mindset, centered on the idea of God, and the exaltation of man as the only being endowed with reason and freedom.
- Inspiration from Greco-Roman culture. The renewed interest in the Greek language allowed the translation of great classical authors.
- A burgeoning
God’s Plan for Nations: A Biblical History of Redemption
Essay Topics for Biblical Studies
Write an essay on any of the following topics:
Reasons to Study Historical Books
The three reasons why we study and preach the historical books are:
- They cover the whole counsel of God.
- They reveal God’s plan and show how His plan has been accomplished in history.
- They are a framework for understanding the rest of the Bible.
Principles for Using Old Testament Historical Books in Preaching
There are three principles that should be followed when using Old Testament historical
Basque Spiritual Traditions and Mythology
Etxe: The Sacred Basque Home
The Etxe, or traditional Basque dwelling, is deeply intertwined with its physical location; it is also home, a traditional dwelling. In traditional culture, the house is earth, temple, cemetery, hostel, and is also home to the community of the living and the dead. For Basques, it means more than just housing, as it is where inhabitants connect with their ancestors.
Within the house, there is symbolism that protects it as a holy place, including elements like laurel, the
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What is the Bible?
The Bible is a small library of books on varied topics, told long ago. They are united by their common message: they all speak of the profound love God has for us.
The Source of Biblical Revelation
The Bible’s source is the experience of a group of people who felt loved by God. It is a process that follows these steps:
- Experiencing God’s intervention in their lives and history.
- Receiving and reflecting on God’s particular actions in their favor.
- Expressing their faith in God.
They considered
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ART 251 – Asian Art History, Prof. F. H. Capistrano-Baker
Key Terms in Asian Art History
General Art History Concepts
- Art History: Study of the history of art, and the cultures and time periods that produced specific works.
- Formal Analysis: Methodical study of the form and physical aspects of a work.
- Relief Sculpture: Two-dimensional sculpture, meant to be viewed from the front only (high relief vs. low relief); the back is left rough.
- Sculpture in the Round: Three-dimensional sculpture meant to be