Skin Tight: Apartheid Literary Culture and its Aftermath traces the responses to the emergent paradigm of South African literary studies from the 1970s onwards. Embedded in the influential critical texts of the field, it claims, are hidden narratives - of land, race, gender, desire and embodiment. This volume explores these submerged dimension's of South African literary history and the influence they continue to exert well into the post-apartheid era. It suggests that significant continuities exist between late-apartheid and post-apartheid literary culture, and positions these against the interpretive horizon of South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
In this imaginatively written and captivatingly illustrated children’s book by Louise Cross we find out about the special journey Mary and Joseph take on the very first Christmas and see who they meet and what happens on that very special night.Included with the book is an animated DVD of the story.Based on Luke 2:1—20, this lovely new take on the classic Christmas story starts with Emperor Augustus calling the census that makes it necessary for Joseph and his pregnant wife Mary to travel to Bethlehem. It describes Mary’s tiring, uncomfortable journey and how she comes to give birth to the baby Jesus in the inn keeper’s stable. We also see how the angels call for the shepherds to visit the stable and later how the wise men, too, come. The story ends with the tantalising promise of much more to tell of this amazing story and an invitation to explore more in the New Testament.
In this imaginatively written and captivatingly illustrated children’s book, now in minibook format, we find out about the special journey Mary and Joseph take on the very first Christmas. We see who they meet, find out what happens on that very special night and meet the very important visitors who travel from afar to worship Jesus.Based on Luke 2:1--20 (and also Matthew 2:1--12), this lovely take on the classic Christmas story starts with Emperor Augustus calling the census that makes it necessary for Joseph and Mary to travel to Bethlehem. It describes Mary’s tiring, uncomfortable journey and how she comes to give birth to the baby Jesus in the inn keeper’s stable. We also see how the angels call for the shepherds to visit the stable and later how the wise men, too, come. The story ends with the tantalising promise of much more to tell of this amazing story and an invitation to explore more in the New Testament.
According to the Hebrew Bible, David rose from humble beginnings as a sheepherder in the hills of Bethlehem to become the ruler of the ancient kingdom of Israel and the founder of an empire that included not only the modern state of Israel, but parts of Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan as well. Courageous and conniving, pious and vengeful, warrior, poet, fugitive, and king, David is not only one of the most complex and fascinating figures in Hebrew scripture but also one of the ancient world's best-known leaders. King David uses the ample writings by and about the revered king of Israel to explore his historical significance in world history and how his time in power contributed to modern-day situations in the Middle East.
In the Production 'Just One Star' we have the Nativity of Jesus with a contemporary overlay. The scene begins with 2 Hoteliers competing for prominence in sleepy Bethlehem with prospects of making money and a name for themselves, only to be overlooked when God deemed a better place for His Son to be born. Humorous and yet interwoven with a pure Biblical account, this first Century Soap Opera will transport you to the original Christmas Day.
Three astronauts are about to make history in this stage dramatisation when their space mission goes wrong. The author has magnified the diversity of the characters in order to contribute to the plot. A new facet of the Christmas story is chiselled out of this diamond! Be sure not to miss the subtle unveiling at the end.
David Carr Glover and Louise Garrow arrangements. Use in sequence for those just learning, or out of sequence for the experienced player. Titles: * Angels We Have Heard on High * Deck the Halls * It Came Upon a Midnight Clear * Jolly Old St. Nicholas * The Holly and the Ivy * We Three Kings of Orient Are and more.
Joseph, the young carpenter of Nazareth has lost his heart to the maiden he has seen coming from the well. Who is this girl? He is expected to marry. He dreams of fatherhood. But he has a secret, which fills him with conflicting emotions. How is he to reconcile his desires; and will she accept him? You may feel you know Joseph; but have you ever tried to plumb the depths of his heart to tremble with his love, to tingle with his hopes, to be enmeshed by his fears? Wouldnt you like to meet his friends? And what of this maiden who holds his heart so captive? Have you ever pondered on his ecstasy when she accepts his proposal, and his agony when confronted by evidence of betrayal? Although much is fictional, and sometimes based on accepted legends, the customs, setting and key events are true. Come, and meet this couple whose hidden lives of fidelity to God have forever changed the course of history.
The birth of Christ is recorded in two of the Gospels: Matthew and Luke. In Matthew 1-2/Luke 1-2: Joy to the World the two versions of the birth of Christ are explored and explained. A Guided Discovery of the Bible The Bible invites us to explore God s word and reflect on how we might respond to it. To do this, we need guidance and the right tools for discovery. The Six Weeks with the Bible series of Bible discussion guides offers both in a concise six-week format. Whether focusing on a specific biblical book or exploring a theme that runs throughout the Bible, these practical guides in this series provide meaningful insights that explain Scripture while helping readers make connections to their own lives. Each guide is faithful to Church teaching and is guided by sound biblical scholarship presents the insights of Church fathers and saints includes questions for discussion and reflection delivers information in a reader-friendly format gives suggestions for prayer that help readers respond to God s word appeals to beginners as well as to advanced students of the Bible By reading Scripture, reflecting on its deeper meanings, and incorporating it into our daily life, we can grow not only in our understanding of God s word, but also in our relationship with God.
The Music Tree: Christmas is a new addition to the revolutionary Music Tree series. Designed to develop solid reading from the beginning, these Christmas collections contain many of the most-requested carols, in addition to some not readily available for beginners. The duets are impressive and add rich sonority to each student part. Titles: * Hark! The Herald Angels Sing * Good King Wenceslas * Joy to the World * O Come, O Come, Emmanuel * O Little Town of Bethlehem * Frosty the Snowman * Jingle Bell Rock (Duet) * What Child Is This?
One cold winter evening, after I'd read a short book of poems, I felt unenthused and a bit sad. My pondering led me to the thought that poetry must be truly inspired to be lively and meaningful to a reader. I even felt that it would be almost impossible to put forth verse without some quickening from deep within. Well, the next morning, I awoke with a gush of thoughtful rhymes! I exclaimed to my husband, "This is my dream come true!" With notebook and pen in hand, I made my way to an all-day couch, then poured out my first poem, "Dream," with several more on its trail. Thus was Jubilee Poetry born on January 16, 2017! This vibrant flow worked into fifty poems to highlight the year of Jubilee. Half of my pieces are acrostic style, with the titles spread downward as the left column. Many poems specifically magnify God's love and truth that responded to my weakness, pain, and desperate struggles. A few are longer works, such as "150 Psalms," which presents a line of verse for each lovely Psalm, and "Old" and "New" Testaments, which also feature an uplifting caption for every book of the Holy Bible. Two valuable indexes are provided after the poetry: first is an alphabetical listing of all fifty poems, along with related Scripture references and songs; second is a list of twenty six godly goals, along with supportive Scriptures and poems. These are tools to bring ready information to prepare ministry themes and Church programs, besides being key components of my ‘JUBILEE Daily Devotional Schedule' offered at the end of the book! I pray that this ‘inspired' work would glorify my wonderful Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and help grow His Kingdom on this vast earth, one precious soul at a time. Please, Jesus, touch and heal every broken heart, with billows of grace and mercy. Shower down Your love to liberate captive souls from sin and sorrow, and to spring up unto everlasting life. May Your deep ever call to our deep, flooding many empty wells with sweet joy and grand JUBILEES!
As I pulled the Savior close to my heart, I looked into my father s eyes. Papa asked, What does your heart tell you now, Rachel? In writing this story, author Ann L. Avery was intrigued by the idea of shepherds being chosen to be the witness to the world of Christ s birth. Why the shepherds? What kind of men were they?It seemed logical to her that these shepherds were men of God who had been prepared for and were worthy of this special opportunity. She learned that these shepherds were no ordinary shepherds. Rather, they were the shepherds who cared for the temple flocks the very lambs who, as symbols of the Savior, would be sacrificed at the temple in Jerusalem. the shepherds were spiritual men who had a special connection to the Savior.This tender rendition of the birth of Christ is guaranteed to touch your heart and bring the spirit of Christmas into your home this holiday season.
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