...the sonnets, effectively appropriated to address a 20th century audience in W;t. These explicit and implicit links allow for an intensified understanding of the acceptance of death and the human quest to come to terms with salvation/redemption, further conveying the relationship between text and context. Thus the reciprocal values of these texts’ transcend their contextual limitations. Their meaning immortalised, they remain forever relevant to the human attempt to derive meaning. Through a comparative study of the texts, the eternal paradox of the complex journey (and process of suffering) required to realise the importance of accepting embracing values of faith, simplicity and, human mortality, in the process of achieving redemption (and forming a new identity )has been exemplified. “And death shall be no more; Death, thou shalt die”. This use of personification encapsulates the beginning of a journey both Vivian and Donne undertake upon reaching a state of “salvation anxiety”. Immersed in the death of his four still born children, and the plague ridden society that was in the process of forming the first cracks in what would be a paradigm shift away from blind faith, Donne initially struggled to accept his mortality, using “verbal swordplay” as a means in which to “run and hide” from a death which was no longer a mere gateway to the inevitable afterlife. He attempts to conquer death, as seen through the emotive apostrophe and personification of death in Death be not Proud...
Words: 848 - Pages: 4
...not just entertain people, but also let people learn some of life’s philosophies and enlightenments. It is easy to find philosophies and enlightenments in Groundhog Day, which caused a sensation in the early 1990s and is still popular today. Groundhog Day’s considerable success is about more than just the performance of the humorous and witty plot, but also demonstrates many of life’s philosophies to the audience. These philosophies shown in the film have an enormous resonance to the Buddhist concept that makes people glad to use this film to spread Buddhist philosophies. The key reason for Groundhog Day being a valuable instrument in the teaching of Buddhism is its relevance to the Buddhist philosophies of reincarnation, love, and self-salvation. One key reason Groundhog Day is a valuable instrument in teaching Buddhism is its relevance to the Buddhist philosophy of reincarnation. One aspect of reincarnation in Buddhism is the endless cycle of life which is normally regarded as being reborn into a new existence after death, called Samsara in Buddhism. And Samsara is usually accompanied by Dhukka, which is the feeling of unsatisfactory and painfulness(Harvey). These abstract Buddhist concepts has been wondrously performed in the movie. Phil Connors, a self-centered weatherman who goes to the little town of Punxsutawney to report the Groundhog Day celebration, and is forced to relive the same day over and over. He can't escape or died, even after...
Words: 1929 - Pages: 8
...Paul: Sin and Salvation Paul’s views on the life of Jesus Is unique to the rest of the new testament writers. And although, Paul (once Saul) persecuted Jesus when he was alive, in the end, would be commissioned by Jesus himself. ”Paul an apostle—sent neither by human commission nor from human authorities, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead—2and all the members of God’s family* who are with me.” (Galatians 1:1-2 NSRV). In fact, Paul was the first writer of the New Testament and his many letters give us much insight on how educated and cultured he was. He seems to be well versed in Greek, Roman and Jewish traditions, and his letters carefully and methodically use key terms and phrases to capture the hearts of each of those audiences. Paul is quite proficient at amalgamating opposing schools of thought, in order to create a bridge for the belief in Jesus, as the Christ and salvation for the world. A great example of Paul’s ability to unit different bodies of knowledge to create solidarity, can be read in Romans chapter 2 verse 14 “When Gentiles, who do not possess the law, do instinctively what the law requires, these, though not having the law, are a law to themselves.” (Romans 2:14). Here Paul is addressing the cream of the crop, in Greek thought concerning sin. Greek philosophy during that time (and for many contemporary philosophers today), concerning sin, was that man has the critical intrinsic mental faculties that enable rational...
Words: 1022 - Pages: 5
...Everyman and The Second Shepherds' Play Everyman and The Second Shepherds' Play remind the audience that good deeds are necessary for redemption, however, they reinforce the idea that we must shun material concerns to be redeemed. Both plays seek to reinforce these aspects of redemption to insure that all may be redeemed. The world is imperfect, and the only way we can make ourselves perfect and worthy of redemption is by not worrying about our material well being and performing good deeds. It is by disregarding our material concerns that allow us to perform good deeds. Everyman places his faith in material things, his friends, relatives and goods. These material things do him no good. Fellowship claims he "will not forsake thee to my life's end" (Everyman 213), yet when Everyman asks Fellowship to accompany him on his journey for redemption and ultimately death he "will not go that loath journey- / Not for the father that begat me!" (Everyman 268-269). By placing his faith in man rather than God, he does not receive "any more comfort" (Everyman 304). The same discouragement greets Everyman after his talks with Cousin and Kindred. Kindred claims that they "will live and die togither" (Everyman 324), but abandons him soon after making this statement. After Kindred and Cousin leave him, Everyman realizes that "fair promises men to me make, / but when I have most need they me forsake" (Everyman 370-371). Since man will not help him, he turns to goods. Everyman realizes...
Words: 1249 - Pages: 5
...nonetheless, to receive salvation or not is another matter. In Cry, the Beloved Country, Paton makes it clear that religion is hope. Religion gives the people a sense of salvation, redemption, or purpose, and salvation being the leading factor in Christianity, this is very important. Salvation is the deliverance from sin and consequence, and in the novel, salvation is everything to a person who has nothing. Religion is important to the story, because of Christian values and faith help characters endure their suffering, guide the characters into decent lives, promote hope for the future, and gives the people a purpose. First, for a society like the Africans, who during this era of segregation and oppression suffer significantly, it is important to have a faith in which their suffering is nothing but a trial in this life. For in the Christian faith, God makes it clear that he...
Words: 1040 - Pages: 5
...church. This shaped their opinion of religious liberty, freedom of conscience, and confessions of faith. The confession A Short Confession of Faith of 1610 emphasizes the character of the community of faith and its righteous living. It was signed by thirty-four women and men, with John Smyth at the top. The Second London Confession was revised to form the Philadelphia Confession of Faith and is believed to have been adopted by the Association in 1742. Serving as a benefit to apologetics and education, this was the principal confession for Calvinistic Baptists until the Second Great Awakening. A Short Confession of Faith of 1610 shows strong belief in General Atonement. This states that Christ's redemption made it possible for everyone to be saved but does not actually secure the salvation of anyone. Only those who believe on Him are saved. The Philadelphia Confession of Faith of 1742 leans...
Words: 1637 - Pages: 7
...I believe that God has chosen to reveal Himself through miraculous means to include physical appearances of God, dreams, and visions, the written Word of God, and most importantly—Jesus Christ. The Bible records God appearing in physical form many times (Genesis 3:8, 18:1; Exodus 3:1-4, 34:5-7), and the Bible records God speaking to people through dreams (Genesis 28:12, 37:5; 1 Kings 3:5; Daniel 2) and visions (Genesis 15:1; Ezekiel 8:3-4; Daniel 7; 2 Corinthians 12:1-7). Also, God chooses to reveal Himself as taught in Romans 1:20, “For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities—His eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that men are without excuse.” Like Psalm 19, Romans 1:20 teaches that God’s eternal power and divine nature are “clearly seen” and “understood” from what has been made. I believe the primary importance in the revealing of God is His Word, the Bible. God miraculously inspired the authors of Scripture to correctly record His message to mankind, while still using their own styles and personalities. God sets forth in the infallible Scriptures combines Jesus’ own declaration of the present reality of the Kingdom of God with the apostles’ account of the person, place, and work of Christ, and how sinful humans benefit from it. The Word of God is living and active (Hebrews 4:12). The Word of God is inspired, profitable, and sufficient (2 Timothy 3:16-17). God determined to have the...
Words: 4879 - Pages: 20
...The progressive view of a dispensation is a successive arrangement in the progressive revelation and the achievement of redemption. Progressive dispensationalism teaches that the unifying theme throughout the ages is the kingdom of God. They also teach that God’s plan of holistic redemption, which includes everyone not only personally, but also politically, culturally, and socially. Additionally, the major difference between progressive and traditional dispensationalism is that Christ has already begun His Davidic reign in heaven though not on earth and that despite the fact that its benefits will not be realized until the Millennium, the new covenant has already been...
Words: 917 - Pages: 4
...Study Guide: Module 2 I. Christianity is a Life-Changing Book Instructions to Student: Write your answers in this column. The cell will expand as you type. A. Core Christianity (textbook): Chapter 2 1. What does dual authorship mean? It means both God & Man were writing the Bible at the same time. 2. What was the Old Testament written on? Vellum or Parchments that were sewn together and rolled into a scroll. 3. What are the three divisions of the Old Testament? Law of Moses, Prophets, and Psalms 4. What did the Psalms scroll contain? The Major Prophets 5. What is a codex? The first title for the books ( New Testament) 6. Where does the name “Bible” come from? Ta Biblia – Latin for “the book”, later translated to Bible in English 7. Where does the term “Scripture” come from? Scriptus which is the act of producing writing. 8. What are three ways the Bible can influence its reader? It’s convicting, convincing, converting power to all who honestly accept its message and believe in Jesus Christ. B. Theology for Today (online excerpts) Arguments that the Bible is the Word of God 1. What three arguments form the basis for arguments from revelation? (1) that the Bible is consistent with itself, (2) that the Bible corresponds with reality, and (3) that the Bible’s claims can be scientifically demonstrated. We shall examine the Bible’s claim that it is the Word of God. 2. What empirical evidence sets Christianity apart from other...
Words: 2130 - Pages: 9
...Isaiah and the Redemption of Israel The concept of redemption is an essential part of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Although we often consider the prospect of salvation on an individual basis, the idea can be applied to entire peoples. The prophet Isaiah clearly demonstrates this through his writings that deal with the restoration of Israel. In numerous passages, Isaiah answers two main questions concerning this topic, namely, “From what did Israel need to be redeemed?” and “By what means was this redemption to be brought about?” After cited discussion of these two questions, we will establish personal applications for our own “profit and learning.” Israel found itself in great need of redemption through unrighteous conduct, as can be seen from the first chapters of Isaiah. The record opens with the chilling arraignment, “The ox knoweth his owner, and the ass his master’s crib, but Israel doth not know, my people doth not consider,” (Isaiah 1:3). The next verse includes seven independent descriptions of the Israelite nation as wicked, some of which include, “a people laden with iniquity, a seed of evildoers.” In the second chapter, there are obvious references to Israel’s unrighteous participation in materialism, militarism, and idolatry. Isaiah then portrays Israel’s pride and immorality from the haughty daughters of Zion imagery (Ibid 3: 16-26). Later, we read that Israel sinned by attempting to rationalize iniquity, but the prophet responds, “Woe unto them . . . which justify...
Words: 748 - Pages: 3
...What is it that keeps man good, and dulls the suffering of the world? Assuming the answer is one of the lessons Les Miserables was meant to teach. The author Victor Hugo weaves an experience such as no other, addressing humanity, redemption, and the power of love all in a post-revolution setting. Although society experiences suffering the actions of love directs them to moral redemption on a celestial level. Before facing redemption, characters such as Jean Valjean undergo dramatic life changes. In spite of the reasons Jean Valjean becomes a “fagot”, throughout the narration it is forever present that the main character is on a path to salvation (Hugo, p.66). It is in an expressed opinion that he is suffering from being devoid of human contact for over 19 years. On the other hand, some will see the desire to interact with another as a weakness worthy of living without. Moreover Jean Valjean is forced into emerging from the Galley’s of Toulon as an outcast of society not even wanted among “dogs” (Hugo, p.11). Meanwhile one can only wonder about the mental effects such depravation can cause. For this reason it is expressed that the character in question is disabled, suddenly confused about right and wrong. In addition to the main character, Marius is clouded by ignorance and anger undergoing a powerful transformation. (Hugo, 1961) Not long after finding out the truth about his father Marius blindly runs away from his problems. Equally important is the way Marius was able to re-examine...
Words: 592 - Pages: 3
...The term “worldview” identifies the parameter of beliefs by which a person views the world around them. It is the filter in which one perceives or interprets everything. The term “worldview” became a popular term in philosophy and was used to describe the importance of how individuals from different cultures evaluated the world (Caner & Hindson, pg 478). Furthermore, as this term developed, it was believed that a person’s worldview was dictated by their emotions and how they feel. Christianity falls within theism based worldviews. For Christians, the bible provides the framework for how we address our existence, morals, values, and ethics. Therefore, it is understood that Christians exercise daily while using a biblical worldview. Throughout the bible, scripture indicates that God is the creator and spoke the world into existence. The first verse of the first book of the Bible clearly states, “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” Additionally, Revelation 4:11 clearly identifies the Lord as the creator of all things due to His will. Psalms 100:3 states that “we are His people” because He has made us. God created man after His own image. Genesis1:26 clarifies that man is made in His image and man is to have “dominion over the fish of the oceans and over the birds of the heavens and over livestock of the earth”. Additionally, as God’s creation He made us with the ability to choose and pursue a relationship with Him. Having a biblical worldview...
Words: 731 - Pages: 3
...Name: Instructor: Course: Date: Salvation Salvation has been the most common term used in our churches today. But, what is salvation? Since I was a child, my parents always taught me that without salvation I was going to hell. Being so young and innocent, I would look at my parents and ask them, what I need to do to be saved. Their answer was simple. Fear God and stay away from sin; I guess that was my parent’s definition of salvation. Just like my parents, everyone has their own definition of salvation, depending on the religion you were brought up with and your faith. As I grew older, I came to realize that salvation not only involved fearing the maker but also salvation refers to being granted eternal life when the Day of Judgment comes. We all know temptation is real and the devil is not sleeping. I came to understand that salvation was everything to do with being spared from eternal penalty of sin. But that begs a different question; do all human beings deserve being spared the eternal fire? From the teachings of Jesus in the New Testament, we learn that only the righteous shall be saved and inherit the kingdom of God. During judgment day, while others will be rejoicing together with Christ in paradise others will be burning in eternal fire. Even the Bible states that salvation is only for those who will repent and turn to God. The prophet Ezekiel said “the soul who sins shall dies” (Ezekiel 18.4 NKJ). We can also see the same in the writing of the apostle Paul who...
Words: 1331 - Pages: 6
...Hello Jill, Thanks for the quick response. I actually thought about this often, about how were the people of the Old Testament saved. What I see from the scriptures is that salvation in the Old Testament is more likened to preservation than the salvation in the New Testament which is the imputing of life. In reality no one was saved until the death of Christ and resurrection of Christ (in the New Testament sense). That is why he is called the first fruits meaning the first to rise from the dead. This would include the 12 disciples that followed him during his earthly ministry. If one of his disciples died while he was still living they would have received OT salvation which is actually preservation. Let me try to explain the point with some scriptures. Joh 7:39 By this he meant the Spirit, whom those who believed in him were later to receive. Up to that time the Spirit had not been given, since Jesus had not yet been glorified. Here we see that no one received the spirit before Jesus Was raised from the dead and glorified. However those who followed and believed in him at the time, if the dyed would have entered a place called Sheol (the grave, The Pit, ETC…) until their debt was paid for. This is what I mean by preservation. Up until this time no one has entered heaven or at least were God dwells anyway. As noted in the scripture below. Joh 1:18 No one has ever seen God, but God the One and Only, who is at the Father's side, has made him known. Joh 6:46 No one has...
Words: 849 - Pages: 4
...fulfillment of the Requirements for BIBL 161-D01 Willmington School of the Bible By Jason Miller Lynchburg, Virginia FRIDAY November 28, 2014 CONTENTS Introduction 1 Man’s Unrighteousness 1 Man’s Need for Redemption 2 The Righteousness of God 3 Justification by Faith 4 Salvation from God’s Wrath 6 Contemporary Church’s View of Justification 6 Conclusion 7 Introduction The Protestant Reformation began when Martin Luther’s study of the scriptures revealed to him that mankind can only be justified by faith. This truth from God’s Word transformed Luther’s life and opened the door for believers to break free of religious bondage. Luther would say that justification by faith is the article upon which the church stands or falls. The reformer John Calvin would later echo that sentiment by stating that justification by faith is the hinge by which everything else turns. In reading Paul’s letter to the Romans one can easily see that the doctrine of justification is truly a cornerstone of the Christian faith. This doctrine is a theme that appears throughout the book. By examining man’s unrighteous state and his need for redemption the apostle Paul methodically shows the reader that not only is a person justified by faith alone but also that they are saved from God’s judgment and wrath. Man’s Unrighteousness In addressing justification by faith, Paul first established the unrighteousness...
Words: 2518 - Pages: 11
