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A Treasury of Virtues is a collection by the Fatimid Shafiʿi judge al-Qudaʿi (d. 454 H/1062 AD) of sayings, sermons, and teachings attributed to ʿAli ibn Abi Talib (d. 40 H/661 AD). ʿAli was the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad, the first Shia Imam and the fourth Sunni Caliph. An acknowledged master of Arabic eloquence and a sage of Islamic wisdom, Ali was renowned for his words, which were collected, quoted, and studied over the centuries, and extensively anthologized, excerpted, and interpreted.

Of the many compilations of ʿAli's...

"A monumental work of twentieth century capitalism as it was jointly embraced by the Vatican and the United States and those caught up in it. Top-shelf CIA-Vatican intrigue." - T. Francis Elliott, The Times........

Some claim the Vatican Bank had to do with his murder. Others claim his threat to change doctrine that unfairly penalizes the lives of innocent people drove curial cardinals in the clandestine deed. Others claim the threat he was to the capitalistic tenets upon which the United States was founded rallied the CIA to action. Others whisper his sexual orientation led...

"A monumental work of twentieth century capitalism as it was jointly embraced by the Vatican and the United States and those caught up in it. Top-shelf CIA-Vatican intrigue." - T. Francis Elliott, The Times........

Some claim the Vatican Bank had to do with his murder. Others claim his threat to change doctrine that unfairly penalizes the lives of innocent people drove curial cardinals in the clandestine deed. Others claim the threat he was to the capitalistic tenets upon which the United States was founded rallied the CIA to action. Others whisper his sexual orientation led...

This book has the potential to not only confirm your calling, but launch you headfirst into the training that will take you to Apostolic Office.

When the Lord calls you to be an Apostle it is like being given a ticket to start a journey. A journey where you probably do not know the outcome.

Well imagine for a moment that along with that ticket, someone came along with a map. A map that shows you everything you need to know about the journey ahead.

Not only that, but they give you full instructions and guidelines on the route...

Dispute has swirled around the Greek term diakonia for 50 years. Once seen as enshrining the New Testament value of loving Christian service-what Jerome Murphy-O'Connor called "one of the dogmas of New Testament scholarship"-the word was exposed by Dieter Georgi in 1964 as arguably meaning something quite different. In 1974 John N. Collins published his first paper on the...

Cultures and organizations do not change without strong leadership. While many leadership books focus on management or
administration, the central focus of The Conviction to Lead is on changing minds.

Dr. Mohler was the driving force behind the transformation of Southern Seminary from a liberal institution of waning influence to a
thriving evangelical seminary at the heart of the Southern Baptist Convention. Since then he has been one of the most prominent voices in evangelicalism, fighting for Christian principles and...

"Why am I going through so much hell on the job?"A victory was secured for you over two thousand years ago with three nails and a tree. When you trust the Lord to navigate your career, you will triumph over every weapon wielded against you in the workplace.For believers, acquiring a job is more than merely a means to meet financial obligations, fulfi l career aspirations, or display one's talent. For it also provides an avenue for the Holy Spirit to refine our spiritual weapons and perfect the fruit of the Spirit in our lives.Providing biblical guidance, practical wisdom, and hope for...

"Why am I going through so much hell on the job?"A victory was secured for you over two thousand years ago with three nails and a tree. When you trust the Lord to navigate your career, you will triumph over every weapon wielded against you in the workplace.For believers, acquiring a job is more than merely a means to meet financial obligations, fulfi l career aspirations, or display one's talent. For it also provides an avenue for the Holy Spirit to refine our spiritual weapons and perfect the fruit of the Spirit in our lives.Providing biblical guidance, practical wisdom, and hope for...

Millions have been inspired by the Bible's spiritual lessons. Now, Lorin Woolfe provides a unique way to view the Bible . . . for "leadership" lessons that can be applied to our modern business world.

Consider David's courage and innovation in slaying Goliath with just a stone and a sling; Moses' outstanding ""succession planning"" in picking Joshua; Joseph and the political skills that brought him to the seat of power; and of course, Jesus' compassion, communication skills, and vision that launched Christianity (a long-term success by any measure).

These are leaders among...