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This volume provides an introduction to the basic themes of the contemporary Islamic resurgence and a key to the scholarly literature about that revival published in recent years. It offers a starting point for the study of the Islamic revival any place on earth and a broader bibliographical base for the study of major revival experiences, such as the Iranian Revolution. The literature documented is not simply limited to materials on the Middle East or the Central Islamic lands. Coverage extends to the study of Muslims throughout the globe. ... Read more

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This annotated bibliography of the vast collection of works by and about Eleanor Roosevelt, America's incomparable First Lady and global human rights leader, is the most comprehensive yet made available. The first part of the book is arranged chronologically with chapters on different types of her writings. The second part deals with all types of works about her and is arranged alphabetically by author into topical chapters. These chapters feature different periods and aspects of her life and include books, articles, dissertations, writings for young readers, fiction, film, recordings, and computer software. This unique guide to over 3,780 sources, with author and subject indexes and chronology, is designed for collections of all kinds and for use by students, researchers, and anyone interested in this remarkable First Lady and social reformer at a time when the role is again controversial. ... Read more

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This critically annotated bibliography includes entries for more than 1300 books on ecumenism published between 1950 and 1992. It also describes 85 journals devoted to ecumenism. The work begins with an introductory essay that describes the various types of ecumenical publications and discusses the historical events that occasioned their production. The bibliography follows. Entries are arranged in topical chapters, and each annotation assesses the strengths and weaknesses of the work cited. The volume concludes with comprehensive author, title, and subject indexes. ... Read more

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A useful resource
Although time is going by, the clarity with which this bibliography is put together is quite exceptional, and so it probably merits continued attention despite the obsolesence factor of any such work.It is an ideal starting place for postgraduate research, well improved by the introductory comments.I would suggest the use of such a text as primary to computer database searches, as word use is so diverse in this subject area, (ecumenism, ecumene, unity, communion etc all indicate similar texts) and yet the range of text styles which use these terms is also great (so throwing up countless spurious results- believe me, I've been there).Worth getting when intent on serious research, or more likely by a library which seeks to support postgraduate research in this area. ... Read more

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This annotated bibliography of more than 1,700 titles reflects the growing interest in the application of contemporary literary theory to biblical studies. The work begins with an insightful introductory essay that offers a critical assessment of contemporary literary theory. It continues with an overview of those works that established the basis of modern literary criticism. Also examined are critical writings that discuss the application of literary theory to the Bible. The heart of the bibliography is a comprehensive listing of literary and critical studies of biblical texts, followed by a discussion of works that evaluate the reception of modern literary criticism in the world of biblical studies. ... Read more

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This is the first wide-ranging annotated bibliography of available books, articles, theses, and dissertations that deals with all forms and aspects of Christian communication. The volume includes an introduction that is cross-referenced to bibliographies that review the history and major issues of church communication and suggests possibilities for future study; a resource section that surveys periodicals, bibliographic guides, and various directories; seven major bibliographical sections; and three indexes. ... Read more

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still the most comprehensive survey in the field, but dated
The intersection of theology and communication isn't an uncomplicated one, and Paul A. Soukup is likely one of the most qualified to sort it out.The volume records 1311 mostly academic sources that address instrumentally organized (generally by communication studies area:Rhetoric, Mass Comm, Interpersonal Com, and then subgrouped by medium or event:preaching, writing, telephone, television, dance, etc).

It even includes twelve sources on Computers.Not bad for 1989!

Obviously missing is any sense of the Information Age (a second edition would be welcome!)But Soukup's short introductory article outlining history, issues, and approaches still hold a great deal of relevance, including four foundational issues he identifies in the still rather new field:

1.What research tools and methodology should be employed?
A. "Theology of Communication" Possible models:Trinitarian, Christological, Ecclesiological, Incarnational, Sacramental.
B. General Cultural Theory.Marshall McLuhan, et al
C. Critical Theory.Frankfort school.
D. Social Science.Audience, quantitative.
E. Literary criticism.Narrative, form & function, etc.
2.What measures communication as "Christian?"

3.Should "communication" pragmatically be defined narrowly (specific set of actions/ministries of the church) or broadly?

4.What is the church's relationship to society (and therefore to means of communication?) ... Read more

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For many decades the Old English homilies have been carefully studied for their theological, linguistic and historical content, but they have yet to receive their full measure of attention as literary artifacts (however odd the notion might have seemed to their authors), in part because of the extraordinary labors involved in getting acquainted with them fully.This is an index and does not contain the texts of the homilies. It is a practical and useful guide to the homilies of Ælfric, Wulfstan, and the Blickling and Vercelli codices, allowing both the researcher and the general reader to range more freely across the mental landscape of these crucial texts than has been possible before. ... Read more

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The theological literature of the past 70 years reflects a steady interest in the theology of P.T. Forsyth (1848-1921), a Scottish Congregational theologian best known for anticipating the work of Karl Barth. This reference work provides an authoritative list of publications by and about Forsyth from 1886 to 1992. All but one of Forsyth's books lack indices, and this volume provides indices to the modern British editions of Forsyth's 22 major works. The bibliography is divided into two parts: works by Forsyth and works about him. Each part is sub-divided into sections by type of work, such as anthologies and collections, books, and book chapters. The indexes include a cumulative Scripture index, a cumulative index of names and cited works, and individual Scripture and name indexes for each of Forsyth's books. These separate book indexes also provide the table of contents for each work. The volume concludes with a title index of Forsyth's writings and a name index to the Forsyth bibliography. ... Read more

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The New Testament doctrine of the dual nature of Jesus Christ--his historical existence as a man and his simultaneous reality as a god--has stimulated a resurgence of christological studies by twentieth-century scholars and theologians. This bibliography is the first work to provide a thorough critical examination of this important body of modern scholarship. Containing more than 1,900 annotated entries, it will be an essential reference guide for anyone with an interest in early Christianity, Christian doctrine, and biblical studies. Many of the entries include extensive commentary as well as passages quoted from the sources. Authors, titles, and subjects are listed in comprehensive indexes. Reflecting both the depth and breadth of Hultgren's scholarly analysis, this new bibliography is an appropriate choice for New Testament scholars as well as library reference collections. ... Read more

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Recent events in Punjab and growing Sikh migration have increased interest in Sikh studies, necessitating a bibliography that would capture the burgeoning literature of the past few years. This unique bibliography includes books and journal articles published in English since 1965 that are either devoted exclusively to or have an emphasis on Sikhism and the Sikhs. Each entry is annotated. It is a vital addition to reference collections in academic, public, and special libraries. ... Read more

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A burgeoning body of literature on death and dying is organized into this comprehensive annotated list--citing more than 2,200 books, articles, chapters, monographs, and reports primarily concerned with the counseling or theological aspects of death and dying. This bibliography covers a wide range of topics comprising the human experience of death and dying, accessing information from the pastoral to the medical, the historical to the topical, and the philosophical to the technical elements of thanatology. ... Read more

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For approximately three decades, the abortion debate has polarized America. This comprehensive volume includes bibliographic citations that address the moral and religious aspects of abortion. It covers such topics as the various arguments both for and against abortion, the status of the fetus, and overviews of several religions' stances on abortion. Citations also include references on how Christianity has influenced abortion politics and law, discussions of Operation Rescue, and official statements on abortion by religious organizations. ... Read more

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The 20th century, especially the latter decades, was a time of explosive growth and importance in hymnody, and yet published material about the hymnody of this period has been scattered and difficult to come by. The present volume catalogues and categorizes the available writings to guide students and scholars in their research. Furthermore, this reference does not depend primarily on the view of the author/compiler, but guides users toward a broad spectrum of viewpoints about 20th-century hymnody. ... Read more

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Preface; Hinduism: The Vedas; The Upanishads; The Bhagavad; Buddhism: The Pali Cannon; Confucianism: Lun-yu (The Analects); Taoism: Tao te Ching; Judaism: The Torah, Nev'im, Ketuvim, Talmud; Christianity: The New Testament (Gospels, Acts of the Apostles and the Epistles); Islam: Qur'an, Hadith; Zoroastrianism: Gathas, Yashts, Vendidad; Jainism: Tattvartha Sutra (Moksha Sutra); Sikhism: Guru Granth Sahib (Adi Granth); Shinto: Kojiki, Rokkokushi, Shoku Nikhaigi, Jinno Shotoki; Latter Day Saints: The Book of Mormon; Index. ... Read more

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This bibliography is the seventh quinquennial supplement to the primary sequence which covered the years 1906-1955, published in 1958. It cumulates the entries from issues of "The Quarterly Index Islamicus", volumes 6 to 10 inclusive, plus a considerable number of items which have not appeared in the quarterlies. It consists of 30,000 entries arranged in broad subject categories. Monograph entries have fuller annotations than in previous cumulations and there is expanded coverage of South and South-East Asia as well as Russian material included for the first time. The expanded name index includes editors, compilers, translators and biographees and a subject index is included for the first time. ... Read more

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This volume provides a general overview of and introduction to the 38 volumes of the Discoveries in the Judaean Desert series published since 1951 by Oxford University Press. It contains a general description of the series and its editorial principles, as well as several different indexes. ... Read more

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This is an easy-to-use A-to-Z listing of over 8,000 topics covering subjects, names, places, things, concepts, events and doctrines in the Bible. Unlike a concordance, this index helps you find verses based on ideas, not just words. A perfect reference for new Christians and a necessary companion to traditional word concordances. ... Read more

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Quickest, simplest, and cheapest Bible reference tool-a MUST
The best topical reference book available on the market, and the best priced too.Want to know what God thinks about a subject?Simply look it up.This reference tool is also very specific to breakdown the subject, soit will provoke new thoughts regarding the subject matter. It provides allthe scripture references and definitions.Although this book is small, itis completely thorough. Due to it's size, it's very lightweight, especiallyin comparison to other type reference books.This is a great gift foranyone wanting to understand the Bible and God. ... Read more