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Author: Peter Stanford Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton ISBN: 1444754734 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 279
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In this fascinating historical and cultural biography, writer and broadcaster Peter Stanford deconstructs that most vilified of Bible characters: Judas Iscariot, who famously betrayed Jesus with a kiss. Beginning with the gospel accounts, Peter explores two thousand years of cultural and theological history to investigate how the very name Judas came to be synonymous with betrayal and, ultimately, human evil. But as Peter points out, there has long been a counter-current of thought that suggests that Judas might in fact have been victim of a terrible injustice: central to Jesus' mission was his death and resurrection, and for there to have been a death, there had to be a betrayal. This thankless role fell to Judas; should we in fact be grateful to him for his role in the divine drama of salvation? 'You'll have to decide,' as Bob Dylan sang in the sixties, 'Whether Judas Iscariot had God on his side'. An essential but doomed character in the Passion narrative, and thus the entire story of Christianity, Judas and the betrayal he symbolises continue to play out in much larger cultural histories, speaking as he does to our deepest fears about friendship, betrayal and the problem of evil. Judas: the ultimate traitor, or the ultimate scapegoat? This is a compelling portrait of Christianity's most troubling and mysterious character.
Author: Peter Stanford Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton ISBN: 1444754734 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 279
Book Description
In this fascinating historical and cultural biography, writer and broadcaster Peter Stanford deconstructs that most vilified of Bible characters: Judas Iscariot, who famously betrayed Jesus with a kiss. Beginning with the gospel accounts, Peter explores two thousand years of cultural and theological history to investigate how the very name Judas came to be synonymous with betrayal and, ultimately, human evil. But as Peter points out, there has long been a counter-current of thought that suggests that Judas might in fact have been victim of a terrible injustice: central to Jesus' mission was his death and resurrection, and for there to have been a death, there had to be a betrayal. This thankless role fell to Judas; should we in fact be grateful to him for his role in the divine drama of salvation? 'You'll have to decide,' as Bob Dylan sang in the sixties, 'Whether Judas Iscariot had God on his side'. An essential but doomed character in the Passion narrative, and thus the entire story of Christianity, Judas and the betrayal he symbolises continue to play out in much larger cultural histories, speaking as he does to our deepest fears about friendship, betrayal and the problem of evil. Judas: the ultimate traitor, or the ultimate scapegoat? This is a compelling portrait of Christianity's most troubling and mysterious character.
Author: Sherri Winston Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers ISBN: 0316505358 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 196
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Jada Sly, a hilarious and spunky artist and spy, explores New York City on a mission to find her mom in this "fast paced, fun" illustrated novel from an acclaimed author (School Library Connection). Ten-year-old Jada Sly is an artist and a spy-in-training. When she isn't studying the art from her idols like Jackie Ormes, the first-known African American cartoonist, she's chronicling her spy training and other observations in her art journal. Back home in New York City, after living in France for five years, Jada is ready to embark on her first and greatest spy adventure yet. She plans to scour New York City in search of her missing mother, even though everyone thinks her mom died in a plane crash. Except Jada, who is certain her mom was a spy, too. With the stakes high and danger lurking around every corner, Jada will use one spy technique after another to unlock the mystery of her mother's disappearance -- some with hilarious results. After all, she's still learning.
Author: Rebecca Bischoff Publisher: Amberjack Publishing ISBN: 194499503X Category : Young Adult Fiction Languages : en Pages : 209
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Rosemary is fifteen and gloriously free, on her own for the very first time. Part of an exchange program for aspiring artists, she arrives in southern France with one goal: she doesn’t plan to leave, ever. She wants a new life and a new identity. But her situation, crafted from lies big and small, is precarious. As Rosemary struggles to hide her lack of artistic talent and obvious communication disorder from her new family, she must ultimately choose whether or not she’ll tell the biggest lie of all, even if it means destroying the life of someone she cares about.
Author: John Herrick Publisher: Segue Blue ISBN: 0982147015 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 382
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A preacher's son, a father in hiding, a guilty heart filled with secrets. When Jesse Barlow escaped to Hollywood, he hungered for fame--but eleven years of failure result in a drug-induced suicide attempt. Revived at death's doorstep, Jesse returns to his Ohio hometown to make amends with his preacher father, a former love, and Jesse's own secret son. But Jesse's renewed commitment becomes a baptism by fire when his son's advanced illness calls for a sacrifice--one that could cost Jesse the very life he regained. A novel of mercy, hope and second chances, FROM THE DEAD captures the human spirit with tragedy and joy. A character-driven, gripping page turner in the tradition of Jodi Picoult and Nicholas Sparks. ACCLAIM FOR JOHN HERRICK: "Eloquence with an edge. In a single chapter, John Herrick can break your heart, rouse your soul, and hold you in suspense. Be prepared to stay up late." Doug Wead, NY Times bestselling author and advisor to two presidents "John Herrick's characters become your best friends. His world is keen, compelling and excessively alive." -- Jeffrey James Keyes, New York Times bestselling author and James Patterson co-writer "Herrick will make waves." -- Publishers Weekly "Herrick...evokes compassion and empathy." -- Foreword Reviews
Author: Joy Simone Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN: 1300089660 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 154
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The Wedding Plan is a collection of short stories highlighting relationships and marriage. Statistics about single black women and their odds of getting married sparked the creation of characters who dispel the stereotypes. The stories of these couples cross color lines and class lines. The men and women in these stories are funny and spirited, resolute and torn. "Miss Independent," "Faithful" "Beauty," "The Flower Arrangement," "Worker's Comp," and "The Surprise" are included.
Author: Awnye` Latrice Publisher: AuthorHouse ISBN: 1468500201 Category : Family & Relationships Languages : en Pages : 188
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Her family has hit a rough patch and fifteen year Jada needs an escape. Since nothing else in her life is stable, Jada finds herself wrapped up in a world where only she and her boyfriend Marcus Jones exist. Despite warnings from her family, Jada is convinced that love ist he key to her happiness. That is until her relationship begins to unravel. When things go awry and she finds herself in a life changing situation, Jada discovers the importance of family and she realizes that maybe parents do understand after all. This tale of love, family, and growing up is sure to be one that people of all ages can relate to. After all, love never changes; it's just remixed.
Author: Mary McGarry Morris Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 9780143034728 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 388
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Recently released from prison after serving twenty-five years for a senseless high school murder, Gordon Loomis struggles to come to terms with the enormity of his crime as he refuses to leave his decaying old home and neighborhood to confront the realities of life. By the author of Songs in Ordinary Time. Reader's Guide available. Reprint.
Author: Mo Howard Publisher: Sullivan Group Publishing ISBN: 1648405878 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 144
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Jada Anderson is a 23-year-old hustler. She has been blessed with a privileged life, but she works like someone is trying to take everything she has. She recently landed a job at one of the biggest financial firms in the country and she will not waste the opportunity. She knows that it’s hard for young black women to be taken seriously in corporate America so she tries hard to maintain a professional reputation that she can be proud of. Her life seems to be perfect, but her fiancé, Nick, isn’t. Nick is trying to figure out what he wants out of life, and even though they’ve been together since high school, Jada is starting to feel like she’s outgrown him. She’s starting to question if they should get married. Omare Wilson is a 28-year-old bachelor who is mesmerized by Jada as soon as he met her. He sees that she has the drive and ambition to do more than what she’s doing, but he doesn’t want to push her. He has to respect the fact that she’s engaged, but he can’t help feeling an intense connection to her. Omare is a man, who gets what he wants, but Jada is making him prove himself in ways he never had to before. When she discovers Nick’s true colors, Jada is glad that Omare is around but she doesn’t know if she agrees with his lifestyle. Will Jada choose her high school sweetheart who is the safe choice or will she take a chance on Omare and risk putting her career and future on the line? Found a real one is an amazing love story that encourages you to think about life from multiple perspectives. Life is not always as it seems and everyone is not on your team.
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