Forerunners of the Reformation
Forerunners of the Reformation

Author: Heiko A. Oberman

Publisher: James Clarke & Co.

Published: 2003-05

Total Pages: 348

ISBN-13: 9780227170458

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Oberman's magisterial work transfers discussion of late medieval Christian thought from the private studies of the specialist to more general use and understanding, and explains the significance of the ideas of the time. Although this 'Late Medieval Reader' does not exhaust the riches of the period between the High Middle Ages and the Reformation era, it introduces the reader to aspects of such major themes as conciliarism, curialism, mysticism, scholasticism, the spirituality of the Devotio Moderna, and the impact of Renaissance humanism.The theme of the Forerunners has grown out of the consideration that the justified rejection of a confessional reading of the past has been succeeded by an equally unhistorical disjunction of the Medieval and Reformation periods. Without a grasp of the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries, the medieval basis of modern thought is incomplete, since Reformation and Counter Reformation seem to arise 'out of the blue'.

Forerunners - a Prelude to the Second Coming
Forerunners - a Prelude to the Second Coming

Author: Gus Leodas

Publisher: Gus Leodas

Published: 2015-08-10

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 1514671840

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"If you don't believe in miracles, you will after you read this modern day novel." Forerunners is timely in today's world events with the increased focus on religion and terrorism in the Middle East and elsewhere, and is based on the Second Coming prophesies in the Bible, referencing Matthew, Mark, and The Revelation to John. All the major religions expect a messiah, or a son, or a messenger, or an avatar, or some bodily manifestation of God. Included are a United States ambassador, a priest, a psychic, an Olympic champion, and the temptress Pandora. By a series of mysterious Biblical events, the ambassador and priest learn of the arrival of the Anti-Christ forerunner. Bible prophesies say that disruption in natural disasters, international economic recessions, terrorism of religious men and women who serve God, and destruction of religious institutions are preludes to the coming of the Anti-Christ. All are happening today. The ambassador and priest's search to find that forerunner and the forerunner for Christ takes them to Turkey, Greece, India, Japan, Washington, Los Angeles and to the United Nations where the ambassador gives a stirring speech on peace after they expose the Anti-Christ forerunner in New Delhi, India at a meeting of all the world's religions.

Halo: Primordium
Halo: Primordium

Author: Greg Bear

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2019-01-01

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 198211178X

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The second novel of the Forerunner Saga trilogy by science fiction legend Greg Bear—set in the Halo universe and based on the New York Times bestselling video game series! One hundred thousand years ago. In the wake of the apparent self-destruction of the alien Forerunner empire, two humans—Chakas and Riser—are like flotsam washed up on very strange shores indeed. Captured by the Forerunner known as the Master Builder and then misplaced during a furious battle in space, Chakas and Riser now find themselves on an inverted world, where horizons rise into the sky and humans of all kinds are trapped in a perilous cycle of horror and neglect. They have become both research animals and strategic pawns in a cosmic game whose madness knows no end—a game of ancient vengeance between the powers who seeded the galaxy with life, and the Forerunners who expect to inherit their sacred Mantle of Responsibility to all living things. In the company of a young girl and an old man, Chakas begins an epic journey across a lost and damaged Halo ringworld in search of a way home, an explanation for the warrior spirits rising up within, and the reason for the Forerunner Librarian’s tampering with human destiny. Their travels will take them into the domain of a powerful and monstrous intelligence—known as “the Captive” by Forerunners, and “the Primordial” by ancient human warriors, this being may not only control the fate of Chakas, Riser, and the rest of humanity, but of all sentient life across the galaxy…

Forerunners of the Faith Teacher's Guide
Forerunners of the Faith Teacher's Guide

Author: Nathan Busenitz

Publisher: Moody Publishers

Published: 2020-07-07

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 0802498701

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Enter God’s Story of Faithfulness to His People The Christian faith extends beyond our personal experiences, our individual churches, and far beyond our present age. This, for the Christian, is great news. When we become acquainted with the legacy of our Christian heritage, we connect our stories to those of the faithful believers who have come before us. This connection is precisely what Nathan Busenitz, Dean of Faculty and professor of church history at The Master's Seminary, seeks to provide. Based on the bestselling Fundamentals of the Faith, Forerunners of the Faith outlines the biblical orthodoxy that characterizes the true church. Busenitz succinctly identifies thirteen key lessons that capture the trials and triumphs of the historical Church, providing insights for how the ancient Christians responded to the problems of their day to become the pillars of faith we now consider them to be. Learn how your faith stands on the shoulders of giants like Athanasius, Augustine, and Wycliffe. As more than a didactic resource, Forerunners of the Faith serves as spiritual encouragement as we remember the legacy of God’s faithfulness to his people.

The Forerunners
The Forerunners

Author: Romain Rolland

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2024-01-03

Total Pages: 172

ISBN-13: 9361428233

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"The Forerunners" by Romain Rolland stands as a cornerstone of French literature, a Nobel Prize-winning novel that delves deep into the intricacies of the human condition. Set against a rich historical backdrop and steeped in European culture, Rolland's work transcends mere storytelling, serving as a profound exploration of intellectual themes and philosophical musings. Through its pages, readers are drawn into a world of psychological fiction, where characters grapple with existential dilemmas and societal constraints. Rolland's narrative is not only a literary masterpiece but also a poignant critique of social norms, offering insightful social criticism and advocating for political activism. At its core, "The Forerunners" is a testament to the power of artistic expression in challenging the status quo and inspiring change. Rolland's characters serve as beacons of hope, embodying the spirit of those who dare to defy convention and pave the way for a better future. With its blend of intellectual depth, philosophical exploration, and masterful storytelling, "The Forerunners" remains a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers, inviting them to reflect on the complexities of human nature and the enduring quest for truth and justice in a rapidly changing world.

Virtue Hoarders
Virtue Hoarders

Author: Catherine Liu

Publisher: U of Minnesota Press

Published: 2021-01-26

Total Pages: 83

ISBN-13: 1452966044

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A denunciation of the credentialed elite class that serves capitalism while insisting on its own progressive heroism Professional Managerial Class (PMC) elite workers labor in a world of performative identity and virtue signaling, publicizing an ability to do ordinary things in fundamentally superior ways. Author Catherine Liu shows how the PMC stands in the way of social justice and economic redistribution by promoting meritocracy, philanthropy, and other self-serving operations to abet an individualist path to a better world. Virtue Hoarders is an unapologetically polemical call to reject making a virtue out of taste and consumption habits. Forerunners: Ideas First is a thought-in-process series of breakthrough digital publications. Written between fresh ideas and finished books, Forerunners draws on scholarly work initiated in notable blogs, social media, conference plenaries, journal articles, and the synergy of academic exchange. This is gray literature publishing: where intense thinking, change, and speculation take place in scholarship.

Halo Encyclopedia
Halo Encyclopedia

Author: Microsoft

Publisher: Dark Horse Comics

Published: 2022-05-10

Total Pages: 496

ISBN-13: 150673118X

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In the 26th century, humanity relentlessly continues their fight for survival, an enduring conflict set against the backdrop of the enigmatic and ancient ringworld known as Halo. The universe of Halo is remarkably vast in scale and astonishingly elaborate in detail, telling rich stories filled with bold characters, breathtaking worlds, and thrilling conflicts. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Halo, Dark Horse and 343 Industries have teamed up to deliver the most definitive guide to the universe thus far. Spanning over a hundred millennia and encompassing over a hundred thousand light years, the Halo Encyclopedia captures two decades of storytelling with stunning, never-before-seen art and the most detailed exploration of the universe’s many characters, worlds, and technologies to have ever been created