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The Book of Revelation seems to introduce us to a dramatic change in the nature of the saviour wh... more The Book of Revelation seems to introduce us to a dramatic change in the nature of the saviour who went to the cross without a struggle. How do we, the church, understand the call to faithfulness and resistance to compromise in a world of violence? This paper hopes to explore this seemingly contradictory message and find the consistency of the character of God in the Book of Revelation.
Throughout the postexilic writings of the Hebrew bible we note a change in the relationship of Is... more Throughout the postexilic writings of the Hebrew bible we note a change in the relationship of Israel to YVWH and land. There is much to learn about the impact of loss of identity and place experienced by Israel and the response that we find recorded in these writings.
This paper seeks to discuss and critically assess the form and meaning of the so-called ‘Propheti... more This paper seeks to discuss and critically assess the form and meaning of the so-called ‘Prophetic Call Narrative’ with particular reference to the book of Jeremiah.” The 'gattung' of the call narrative is discussed as well as the uniqueness of the call of this particular prophet.
This brief discussion focuses on the public engagement of Boaz with the kinsmen of Elimelech foll... more This brief discussion focuses on the public engagement of Boaz with the kinsmen of Elimelech following his very private discussion with Ruth on the threshing room floor. The role of the Boaz as a man of authority is in sharp contrast to the dominant role that the two women, Naomi and Ruth play in this story of restoration and community
At the beginning of Samuel we read the beautiful song of Hannah that includes: He lifts the poor ... more At the beginning of Samuel we read the beautiful song of Hannah that includes: He lifts the poor from the dust and the needy from the garbage dump. He sets them among princes, placing them in seats of honor. (1 Sam 2:8) and: Those who fight against the Lord will be shattered. He thunders against them from heaven; the Lord judges throughout the earth. He gives power to his king; he increases the strength of his anointed one." (1 Sam 2:10) In this, the reflection of Yahweh's justice and the expectation of justice from 'his king' are clear. David, "the standard by which the later kings are judged and mostly found wanting." 1 , in what Fokkelman calls "an oracle to good government" 2 spoke wistfully in 2 Sam 23:3-4: The God of Israel spoke. The Rock of Israel said to me: 'The one who rules righteously, who rules in the fear of God, is like the light of morning at sunrise, like a morning without clouds, like the gleaming of the sun on new grass after rain.'
At the beginning of Samuel we read the beautiful song of Hannah that includes: He lifts the poor ... more At the beginning of Samuel we read the beautiful song of Hannah that includes: He lifts the poor from the dust and the needy from the garbage dump. He sets them among princes, placing them in seats of honor. (1 Sam 2:8) and: Those who fight against the Lord will be shattered. He thunders against them from heaven; the Lord judges throughout the earth. He gives power to his king; he increases the strength of his anointed one." (1 Sam 2:10) In this, the reflection of Yahweh's justice and the expectation of justice from 'his king' are clear. David, "the standard by which the later kings are judged and mostly found wanting." 1 , in what Fokkelman calls "an oracle to good government" 2 spoke wistfully in 2 Sam 23:3-4: The God of Israel spoke. The Rock of Israel said to me: 'The one who rules righteously, who rules in the fear of God, is like the light of morning at sunrise, like a morning without clouds, like the gleaming of the sun on new grass after rain.'
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Masters thesis, 2018
In Jer 31:8 there is the opportunity to find a very different role for people living with disabil... more In Jer 31:8 there is the opportunity to find a very different role for people living with disability in the Hebrew Bible. In this paper I argue that this passage takes people living with disability from a passive to an active role in the new community with a new relationship with YHWH following the return from exile. This is a significant change, not just for people with disabilities, but also for the ethics and relationships in that new community. It provides a dramatic contrast to the rebellious and unjust society that existed in Jerusalem prior to its destruction and the exile of the people of Jerusalem.
This paper focuses on the the relationship between Israel, the nations and YHWH. In examining th... more This paper focuses on the the relationship between Israel, the nations and YHWH. In examining the scholarship around the nations and justice, Isaiah chapters 2, 45, 56 and 60, bring a focus to that discussion. The paper will seek to examine the nature of the "mishpat" of YHWH, often in the phrase "mishpat and tsedaquah" as it applies to the "goyim". The fact that these come from the different part of Isaiah,traditionally called First, Second and Third Isaiah may partly explain some differences but there are deeper reasons for those differences that are important to us here, particularly as commentators take a canonical approach.
There has been centuries, even millenia, of discussion about happiness and the importance of that... more There has been centuries, even millenia, of discussion about happiness and the importance of that for humans. Christian thought has ranged from the idea that God wants us to experience that happiness, flourishing and fulfilment to the conviction life on earth will always be a struggle and that real happiness only comes beyond this earthly life. This paper attempts to draw on the extensive literature and summarise what this means for us as we seek what God has willed for us, perhaps shalom?
The Book of Revelation seems to introduce us to a dramatic change in the nature of the saviour wh... more The Book of Revelation seems to introduce us to a dramatic change in the nature of the saviour who went to the cross without a struggle. How do we, the church, understand the call to faithfulness and resistance to compromise in a world of violence? This paper hopes to explore this seemingly contradictory message and find the consistency of the character of God in the Book of Revelation.
Throughout the postexilic writings of the Hebrew bible we note a change in the relationship of Is... more Throughout the postexilic writings of the Hebrew bible we note a change in the relationship of Israel to YVWH and land. There is much to learn about the impact of loss of identity and place experienced by Israel and the response that we find recorded in these writings.
This paper seeks to discuss and critically assess the form and meaning of the so-called ‘Propheti... more This paper seeks to discuss and critically assess the form and meaning of the so-called ‘Prophetic Call Narrative’ with particular reference to the book of Jeremiah.” The 'gattung' of the call narrative is discussed as well as the uniqueness of the call of this particular prophet.
This brief discussion focuses on the public engagement of Boaz with the kinsmen of Elimelech foll... more This brief discussion focuses on the public engagement of Boaz with the kinsmen of Elimelech following his very private discussion with Ruth on the threshing room floor. The role of the Boaz as a man of authority is in sharp contrast to the dominant role that the two women, Naomi and Ruth play in this story of restoration and community
At the beginning of Samuel we read the beautiful song of Hannah that includes: He lifts the poor ... more At the beginning of Samuel we read the beautiful song of Hannah that includes: He lifts the poor from the dust and the needy from the garbage dump. He sets them among princes, placing them in seats of honor. (1 Sam 2:8) and: Those who fight against the Lord will be shattered. He thunders against them from heaven; the Lord judges throughout the earth. He gives power to his king; he increases the strength of his anointed one." (1 Sam 2:10) In this, the reflection of Yahweh's justice and the expectation of justice from 'his king' are clear. David, "the standard by which the later kings are judged and mostly found wanting." 1 , in what Fokkelman calls "an oracle to good government" 2 spoke wistfully in 2 Sam 23:3-4: The God of Israel spoke. The Rock of Israel said to me: 'The one who rules righteously, who rules in the fear of God, is like the light of morning at sunrise, like a morning without clouds, like the gleaming of the sun on new grass after rain.'
At the beginning of Samuel we read the beautiful song of Hannah that includes: He lifts the poor ... more At the beginning of Samuel we read the beautiful song of Hannah that includes: He lifts the poor from the dust and the needy from the garbage dump. He sets them among princes, placing them in seats of honor. (1 Sam 2:8) and: Those who fight against the Lord will be shattered. He thunders against them from heaven; the Lord judges throughout the earth. He gives power to his king; he increases the strength of his anointed one." (1 Sam 2:10) In this, the reflection of Yahweh's justice and the expectation of justice from 'his king' are clear. David, "the standard by which the later kings are judged and mostly found wanting." 1 , in what Fokkelman calls "an oracle to good government" 2 spoke wistfully in 2 Sam 23:3-4: The God of Israel spoke. The Rock of Israel said to me: 'The one who rules righteously, who rules in the fear of God, is like the light of morning at sunrise, like a morning without clouds, like the gleaming of the sun on new grass after rain.'
Masters thesis, 2018
In Jer 31:8 there is the opportunity to find a very different role for people living with disabil... more In Jer 31:8 there is the opportunity to find a very different role for people living with disability in the Hebrew Bible. In this paper I argue that this passage takes people living with disability from a passive to an active role in the new community with a new relationship with YHWH following the return from exile. This is a significant change, not just for people with disabilities, but also for the ethics and relationships in that new community. It provides a dramatic contrast to the rebellious and unjust society that existed in Jerusalem prior to its destruction and the exile of the people of Jerusalem.
This paper focuses on the the relationship between Israel, the nations and YHWH. In examining th... more This paper focuses on the the relationship between Israel, the nations and YHWH. In examining the scholarship around the nations and justice, Isaiah chapters 2, 45, 56 and 60, bring a focus to that discussion. The paper will seek to examine the nature of the "mishpat" of YHWH, often in the phrase "mishpat and tsedaquah" as it applies to the "goyim". The fact that these come from the different part of Isaiah,traditionally called First, Second and Third Isaiah may partly explain some differences but there are deeper reasons for those differences that are important to us here, particularly as commentators take a canonical approach.
There has been centuries, even millenia, of discussion about happiness and the importance of that... more There has been centuries, even millenia, of discussion about happiness and the importance of that for humans. Christian thought has ranged from the idea that God wants us to experience that happiness, flourishing and fulfilment to the conviction life on earth will always be a struggle and that real happiness only comes beyond this earthly life. This paper attempts to draw on the extensive literature and summarise what this means for us as we seek what God has willed for us, perhaps shalom?