My fellow women/ mothers of this world. The lord has inspired me to write on the love that he has for all women/mothers of every religion, creed, race or color. These words are words of encouragement that do not give up. Just live the life of sanctification and purification that He ask you to. And even if life has been unfair to you or you have been unfair to your selves, do not worry. He is right around the corner; asking you to welcome Him into your heart. He will take care of all of those businesses and issues for you. I do hope as you read this book and digest every word from me and my interviews; and these great women of God, you will have some hope that God loves you, when no one does and even if everyone loves you and you can’ t still seem to see your way through, he will help you through your hours of trials and decision-making. I do hope that this book will help you through the good the bad and the ugly times of your life; that it will help change or transform all of the bad time to good times and direct you to the pathway of happiness and fulfillment. I Love You! Min. Dr. Russell

Taking the prologue of John's Gospel as a case-study in feminist biblical criticism, the author engages with a persistent view that the biblical text is seriously compromised by its association with patriarchal values. Close analysis of five interpretations by Augustine, Hildegard von Bingen, Martin Luther, Adrienne von Speyr and Rudolf Bultmann shows how, unavoidably, interpretation clothes the biblical text with the varied and dazzling patterns of the patriarchal reading context. But in a second turn, drawing on the techniques of both structuralist criticism and deconstruction, and offering three further inventive readings of this powerful passage, Jasper reflects woman and the feminine in the shining garment of her own contextualized reading.

Modern Hinduism in Text and Context brings together textual and contextual approaches to provide a holistic understanding of modern Hinduism. It examines new sources - including regional Saiva texts, Odissi dance and biographies of Nationalists - and discusses topics such as yoga, dance, visual art and festivals in tandem with questions of spirituality and ritual. The book addresses themes and issues yet to receive in-depth attention in the study of Hinduism. It shows that Hinduism endures not only in texts, but also in the context of festivals and devotion, and that contemporary practice, devotional literature, creative traditions and ethics inform the intricacies of a religion in context. Lavanya Vemsani draws on social scientific methodologies as well as history, ethnography and textual analysis, demonstrating that they are all part of the toolkit for understanding the larger framework of religion in the context of emerging nationhood, transnational and transcultural interactions.

Using printed and manuscript texts composed between 1575 and 1672, Jennifer Heller defines the genre of the mother's legacy as a distinct branch of the advice tradition in early modern England that takes the form of a dying mother's pious counsel to her children. Reading these texts in light of specific cultural contexts, social trends, and historical events, Heller explores how legacy writers used the genre to secure personal and family status, to shape their children's beliefs and behaviors, and to intervene in the period's tumultuous religious and political debates. The author's attention to the fine details of the period's religious and political swings, drawn from sources such as royal proclamations, sermons, and first-hand accounts of book-burnings, creates a fuller context for her analysis of the legacies. Similarly, Heller explains the appeal of the genre by connecting it to social factors including mortality rates and inheritance practices. Analyses of related genres, such as conduct books and fathers' legacies, highlight the unique features and functions of mothers' legacies. Heller also attends to the personal side of the genre, demonstrating that a writer's education, marriages, children, and turns of fortune affect her work within the genre.

Using printed and manuscript texts composed between 1575 and 1672, Jennifer Heller defines the genre of the mother's legacy as a distinct branch of the advice tradition in early modern England that takes the form of a dying mother's pious counsel to her children. Reading these texts in light of specific cultural contexts, social trends, and historical events, Heller explores how legacy writers used the genre to secure personal and family status, to shape their children's beliefs and behaviors, and to intervene in the period's tumultuous religious and political debates. The author's attention to the fine details of the period's religious and political swings, drawn from sources such as royal proclamations, sermons, and first-hand accounts of book-burnings, creates a fuller context for her analysis of the legacies. Similarly, Heller explains the appeal of the genre by connecting it to social factors including mortality rates and inheritance practices. Analyses of related genres, such as conduct books and fathers' legacies, highlight the unique features and functions of mothers' legacies. Heller also attends to the personal side of the genre, demonstrating that a writer's education, marriages, children, and turns of fortune affect her work within the genre.

A biography of Mother Teresa that pays close attention to how her childhood in Albania affected her spiritual and pastoral development.

Are you wondering why you feel empty, sad, or unfulfilledin spite of prayer, charity, regular attendance at a church or temple, and a good family life? Or perhaps you believe youve done nothing good and find it difficult to discover hope or meaning in your daily life. Mornings with Mother Divine makes it clear in the midst of the craziness of the modern world or in the face of fear or weakness, the missing link to happiness and courage is Mother Divine. With both her and Father God in your life, working on your behalf, you will find immediate improvement in your spiritual life. Author Sanaaa Hamada shares her personal experiences with Mother Divine and advises readers how to build a personal relationship with her. Hamada offers answers to many of lifes questions, helpful practices for everyday situations, and prayer options for beginners. This spiritual exploration and guide provides an introduction to Mother Divine and a road map for embracing her, thereby changing your life for the better.