historical truth lurks within the Purim story. But looking at more recent history‚ it’s clear that Esther and Vashti do have a real history as feminist symbols. Both‚ in their own ways‚ refuse to go along with their husbands wishes. As early as the 19th century‚ her resistance to her husband’s wish to use her as a sex object made her icon for early feminists. Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote in 1878 that Vashti’s decision was a “first stand for women’s rights” and that “we shall stand amazed that there
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1. The Holy Spirit. 2. The Personality of the Holy Spirit (Bible) 2.1The Holy Spirit is a Person. First‚ He exhibits five attributes of a person: 2.1.1 He has intellect The Holy Spirit has intellect‚ for "the Spirit searches all things." (1 Corinthians 2:10). The Holy Spirit reveals the deep things of God and reveals them to us. The same word is used by Christ in John 5:39‚ where He says‚ "Ye search the Scriptures." 2.1.2 He has knowledge No human being can know the thoughts of
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Justinian I‚ listened to her advice regarding political decisions in the empire. She essentially co-ruled with Justinian‚ aiding in the rights for women by outlining their rights and expanding upon them. In this way‚ she was somewhat like an early feminist. During her service to her country as empress‚ Theodora protected the rights of the serfs and poor. She attended to the rights of prostitutes in particular by closing brothels‚ creating safe spaces for women‚ and passing laws to prohibit forced prostitution
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University The Holy Spirit in the Book of Acts A research paper submitted to Professor P. L. Brewster In Partial Fulfillment of the requirements For BIBL364 Liberty University Online By Robert Ortiz Jr. Lynchburg‚ Virginia August 17‚ 2012 Table of Contents Introduction 2 The Coming / Filling of the Holy Spirit 2 The Holy Spirit Speaks through Believers 4 The Holy Spirit Speaks to Believers 4 The Holy Spirit Works
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issue of the Holy Spirit. For example the “ The Spirit and Jesus Nazareth or The Spirit and the Disciples which supports the
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possibly wealth‚ instead of just fulfilling creation. Jesus died on the cross to save sinners‚ but Jesus also serves as a light to the Holy City. Some people look at Jesus dying on the Cross and think it is about them. However‚ the main purpose was for the salvation and redemption of the current city. The ultimate goal is transform everything into the present into the Holy City standards. What Mouw refers to when he is talking about actively waiting is the transformation of culture. The current age is
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The Holy Spirit in the Book of Acts Student Name Course and Section Date TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION……………………………………………………………………………………………………………1 Intro to Acts The Holy Spirit WHO IS THE HOLY SPIRIT………………………………………………………………………………………………1 What Did Jesus Say About the Holy Spirit? What Was the Holy Spirit’s Role? Why is the Holy Spirit necessary? THE FIRST APPEARANCE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT………………………………………………………………2 Corporate Prayer and Unity Prior to the Holy Spirit’s
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Wives of the holy Prophet Prophet Muhammad (sal) had 12 wives. His wives are known as “Ummhat-ul-muminin” which means “Mothers of the faithful” The duties‚ responsibilities of his wives differ from other women Hazrat Khadija At the age of 25‚ Muhammad wed a wealthy‚ twice widowed‚ 45 year old lady‚ named Khadija. His first wife‚ being his wealthy employer for 15 years was very impressed by Muhammad’s honest nature before their marriage. She had 2 sons; hala and hind and 1 daughter: hinda from
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The Holy One of Israel This essay concerns about the meaning of the divine title ‘The Holy One of Israel’ in the Book of Isaiah. It is going to state clearly the study approach before going into the discussion. Approach of this essay The book of Isaiah had been studied through different approaches of which three are quite distinctive[1]. (1) A pre-critical‚ or traditional‚ understanding‚ still found in some conservative scholars. They keep the entire book of Isaiah connected to the prophet
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Critical Perspective Kate Chopin frequently uses stories showing a desire for freedom. In the story‚ “The Story of an Hour” wanting freedom is on display. This is Chopin’s sense of uncertainty and her difficult way of seeing life. Freedom is being expressed by the character Louise Mallard after hearing that her husband has been killed in a train accident. She feels free because her husband is controlling and she could not take it anymore. This story focuses on female oppression in marriages of the
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