The discovery and publication of the "Apocryphon of James" from Nag Hammadi has significantly expanded the spectrum of early Christian literature about Jesus. In this informative monograph, which has been out of print until now, Ron Cameron provides a form-critical analysis which aims to clarify the ways in which the sayings of Jesus were used and transformed in early Christian communities. By recognizing the importance of this particular document, scholars will no longer be able to regard the synoptic gospels of the New Testament as unique or sufficient for understanding the trajectory of...
The discovery and publication of the "Apocryphon of James" from Nag Hammadi has significantly expanded the spectrum of early Christian literature abou...
Religious scholars continue the effort to describe Christian origins in terms of anthropology, social history, and the human sciences, rather than simply continuing to paraphrase the dominant, essential Lukian, paradigm. They re-examine the categories that have held a privileged place in the scholarly imagination of Christian origins; and develop c
Religious scholars continue the effort to describe Christian origins in terms of anthropology, social history, and the human sciences, rather than sim...
This important collection of apocryphal and pseudipigraphic texts from the first and second centuries, demonstrates how it is not only from the Bible that information upon Christianity's origins can be found. Sixteen texts from the remains of the non-canonical gospels, some of which originate from the Nag Hammadi library and which only recently were made available, communicate stories about Jesus. Among them are: The Dialogue of the Saviour, Papyrus Oxyrhynchus 840, The Gospel of the Hebrews, and The Acts of Pilate. The collection demonstrates how the memory of Jesus was kept alive in early...
This important collection of apocryphal and pseudipigraphic texts from the first and second centuries, demonstrates how it is not only from the Bible ...
Of all the subjects taught in the school system, dramatic arts probably has the greatest potential to help students prepare for life.
The study of acting helps students develop personal and social skills: increased poise and confidence, better awareness of their physical and vocal selves, and an improved ability to think and react quickly. These talents can help in dealing with sometimes difficult real life situations.
The intention of Acting Skills for Life is to integrate personal growth and the process of creative drama with the more formal skills required for stage...
Of all the subjects taught in the school system, dramatic arts probably has the greatest potential to help students prepare for life.
