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Irish historical studies, Nov 1, 2023

The Sixteenth century journal, 1998

Foreword by Robert M. Kingdon Chronology of Events in Geneva Introduction by John B. Roney The Or... more Foreword by Robert M. Kingdon Chronology of Events in Geneva Introduction by John B. Roney The Origins of the Image of Geneva by Francis Higman Calvin, Beza, and the Exegetical History of Romans 13:1-7 by Richard A. Muller The Order of the Divine Decrees at the Genevan Academy: From Bezan Supralapsarianism to Turretinian Infralapsarianism by Joel R. Beeke The Dissolution of Francis Turretin's Vision of Theologia: Geneva at the End of the Seventeenth Century by Timothy R. Phillips A Case of Hidden Identity: Antoine Court, Benedict Pictet, and Geneva's Aid to France's Desert Churches (1715-1724) by Otto H. Selles Reformed Piety and Suicide in Geneva, 1650-1800 by Jeffrey R. Watt The Eclipse of Reformed Scholasticism in Eighteenth Century Geneva: Natural Theology from Jean-Alphonse Turretin to Jacob Vernet by Martin I. Klauber "Going Soft": Genevan Decadence in the Eighteenth Century by Linda Kirk Social Welfare and the Transformation of Polity in Geneva by Jeannine E. Olsen Notre bienheureuse REformation: The Meaning of the Reformation in Nineteenth Century Geneva by John B. Roney Loss of Genevan Identity and Counter-Reformation in the Nineteenth Century by Gabriel Mutzenberg Education and Modernity in Restoration Geneva by William Edgar Selected Bibliography Index

History: Reviews of New Books, 2004

Michael Rowe is a lecturer in modern European history at Queen’s University, Belfast. A specialis... more Michael Rowe is a lecturer in modern European history at Queen’s University, Belfast. A specialist in Napoleonic history, he has brought together a collection of twelve interpretations on the effects of Napoleonic rule in Europe. The essays in Collaboration and Hesi.ctance in Napoleonic Europe are based on a series of papers delivered at the third Wiles Trust Colloquium, which was held at Queen’s University in September 2001. The specific themes of this slender volume-nationalism, nation-building, war, and resistance to Napoleon’s authoritarian rule both at home and beyond the borders of France-are hardly novel ones. Still the diverse areas discussed-from France, the Iberian and Italian peninsulas, various German States (including the Confederation of the Rhine, as well as the obvious choices of Prussia and Austria), Hungary, Poland, Russia, Scandinavia, and Britain-ffer readers the chance to cover a great deal of ground, in :I literal geographic sense. Not surprising France, Italy, and Germany, with two essays each. receive the most attention. Rowe notes in his preface that it could have been instructive to have included an essay on the Netherlands md on the Ottoman Empire. Revisionism is generally a significant element of these essays. Long-held interpretations such as the nearly universal belief that practically the entire Spanish population was united in a common defense of their country against Napoleon, are examined and reevaluated. The various authors employ both primary sources and current secondary works effectively in their assessments. Their willingness to challenge established interpretations of this complex historical period is laudable. Although varying in style, most of these essays are densely written and clearly intended for scholars, especially those specializing in Napoleonic history and politics. Quotations from languages other than French are translated into English, but a reading knowledge of French and German is obviously assumed. In addition to historians, academics and graduate students in the areas of political science and sociology will find the questions and conclusions raised by these essays of great interest.

History: Reviews of New Books, Jul 1, 1997

Educators, international scholars, students and historians from the region and from universities ... more Educators, international scholars, students and historians from the region and from universities across the United States recently gathered at Sacred Heart University for a conference dedicated to Irish history, literature, economics, politics and religion. The New England meeting of the Regional American Conference for Irish History, held annually, made its way to Fairfield for the first time, thanks to a collaborative effort led by John B. Roney, professor and chair of Sacred Heart's Department of History. "I've attended Irish studies regional conferences and believed we offered a great central location with the space, resources and interest to host it here at SHU," said Roney. "We also had great natural synergy in Irish Studies because of our partnership with the Diseart Institute of Irish Spirituality and Culture, located in Dingle, Ireland, and with many fellow scholars from the National University in Ireland Maynooth." Roney contacted his peers in Ireland and across New England and then pulled together a crossdisciplinary international team from SHU, representing sociology, history, media, religious and language studies, marketing and more. Following approval of their proposal from the Conference's committee, he put out a call for papers and received 44 commitments, including four from SHU students. Other SHU students also helped with conference logistics. He and the conference committee decided to focus their scholarly efforts on the history, politics, people, writing and dynamics of western Ireland, with a conference theme of "The West." "Not unlike the attraction and growth of our American West, with its reputation for attracting 'rugged individuals,' Western Ireland experienced a similar expansion and identity," Roney explained. "When Ireland sought its independence from Great Britain, many writers, artists and young people who were hungry to better understand their Irish roots traveled west to find the 'real' Ireland. This area continues to attract tourists from around the world and was a good creative and historical fit for our goals.

The Journal of Ecclesiastical History, Apr 1, 2015

's book specifically explores "one facet of [James Ussher's] thought. .. the contours of his sote... more 's book specifically explores "one facet of [James Ussher's] thought. .. the contours of his soteriology," with particular focus on "atonement," "justification," "sanctification," and "assurance" (10). Because this is a work of historical theology focusing on one aspect of a broader religious debate the reader can, on occasion, be left wondering at what appear to be dramatic shifts in Ussher's circumstances, despite regular reference to Alan Ford's seminal critical and biographical works on Ussher. Nonetheless, this is a very strong work that draws well on the contemporary documents and sermons to which Ussher was responding, whether with outright opposition or nuanced consideration. The Soteriology of James Ussher is particularly fine at considering the specific components of the ways in which Ussher teased out how salvation could be both predestined and require individual commitment. For Ussher, whose "view on the extent of. .. atonement. .. places him among the experimental predestinarians. .. it is only when the sinner has received Christ that 'he hath a warrant to interest himself in all the promises'" (215-216). Snoddy makes a strong case that as his thought developed Ussher ultimately explicated faith and assurance in such a way that "the reflective act of faith and the inward search for the evidence of grace became more important" (243). The notes and bibliography are distinctly helpful.

The institute, in Higgins' opinion, also "offers hope to people who are despairing about the clim... more The institute, in Higgins' opinion, also "offers hope to people who are despairing about the climate," emphasizing that humans should be stewards of the Earth, not masters.

Missiology, 2000

ist and European movements took center stage. Religiously, a plethora of efforts arose. The clash... more ist and European movements took center stage. Religiously, a plethora of efforts arose. The clash of ideologies began. Conflicting loyalties became overt from 1962 to 1980 as the government clamped down on African political parties and tried to manipulate religious expression. This era began with nationalists confronting churches and concluded with the celebration of independence in April 1980 when a nationalist and bishop became the new prime minister. In addition to the interaction of religion and politics, the author also touches on helpful subjects, such as the honoring of early African missionaries from South Africa and elsewhere, which places today's "pioneers" in proper perspective; the description of the gradual growth of Harare, which provides an excellent documentation of urbanization's impact upon Christians, especially urban contextualization from 1890 to 1980; and three features of modernity: secularization, compartmentalization, and bureaucracy. The historic issues addressed concern African urban issues, such as land, women's recognition, housing, education, organizations, employment, labor, rural/urban dynamics, the rise of indigenous churches, and political competition. Changing church and mission strategies can be traced for Catholic, Anglican. and Methodist Churches. Are these matters easy to extract from this text? No. Yet, the details invite the diligent scholar. What is missing? A subject index, maps, figures, and summary time-lines to provide an overall perspective. This book is an excellent contribution to urban church history, a "relatively new field of study in Zimbabwe"-and elsewhere in the non-Western world (9).

History: Reviews of New Books, 2002

Revellibre-LCpaux. The revisionist case in favor of the point on freedom and political democracy ... more Revellibre-LCpaux. The revisionist case in favor of the point on freedom and political democracy argued by such scholars as Isser Woloch (1970). Martyn Lyons (1975), Denis Woronoff (English trans. 1986), and James Livesey (2001) is not overturned in my mind hy Martin’s argument. There can be no dispute whatsoever, on the other hand, that Napoleon, a thoroughgoing autocrat and the first modem dictator, categorically rejected any and all notions of human freedom, real or potential, and that is clearly seen in Martin’s analysis of the Napoleonic Civil Code, which, in my mind, is the most useful and valuable part of thc book. In conclusion, this is definitely not a book for a neophyte, but rather for the serious and advanced student who is widely and deeply read in the literature of the Enlightenment. the revolution, and Napoleon. Even though I disagrce with some of Martin’s points and interpretations. I strongly recommend his book for specialists and advanced scholars of the period.

The American Historical Review, Feb 1, 2000

Scottish Journal of Theology, May 1, 2001

History: Reviews of New Books, Jul 1, 1996