There can be no doubt that though this view of progress does depend upon the biblical assumption of
the importance of human history, it is a complete distortion of the biblical outlook.
Not exact matches
If you're familiar with the works
of Steven Pinker, you'll recognize the incredible
importance that language has played in
human history in the preservation
of information (stories being used to because they were... * SURPRISE!
Yet Lloyd - Morgan is not alone in his estimate
of the
importance of Jesus for the philosopher who would take account
of all the facts in nature,
history, and
human experience.
Both thinkers give a central place to divine influence in time, hence to the
importance of history for God, and both agree that
human self - determination always takes place within narrow limits (e.g., TWP 63).
On page 15
of «The Interpreters Bible», Dr. Herbert F. Farmer, Professor
of Divinity at Cambridge University wrote about the indispensability
of the texts, their
importance and how the «truth»
of them should be approached, after an exposition
of the traditional conservative Christian view
of person - hood, sin and the salvific actions
of Jesus (aka Yeshua ben Josef), known as «the Christ» in
human history.
The
importance of the mass media lies in the fact that for the first time in
human history the means exist for speedy total communication.
The Bible is full
of fairy tales and should only be taken as a piece
of literature
of great
importance just as the Odyssey is, but it shouldn't be used to govern one's life, much less to help build a relationship with the biggest fictional and ever - changing character in
human history.
Therefore this communion is the meaning
of history when «meaning
of history» refers to something that is going on in
history which is
of supreme
importance for the
human level
of existence.
I am only asking if, amid all the diverse and conflicting processes and meaningless events that occur in
history, there is some one process that, when required conditions are present, progressively creates something
of supreme
importance for
human beings?
I also recall Doris Lessing's words in her 1985 Massey Lectures about the
importance of reading
history to see the larger recurring patterns
of human behavior and to be more modest about our own «discoveries.»
I, too, find myself convinced
of the
importance of developing a theology
of hope based on the scriptural drama which runs from creation to consummation, telling
of God's purpose to bring his Kingdom to pass in cosmos and in
human history.
The discoveries
of Copernicus and the atomic theory are instances
of this, and so was romanticism, with its discovery that the
human subject is richer and more complex than enlightenment or idealism had allowed, and nationalism, with its new realization
of the
importance of history and the tradition
of peoples.
The supreme
importance of Christ is best seen when he is viewed as the living creative center
of the supremely important event
of human history, and also that the «nature»
of Christ is most truly known under that same category: God's action is the divine nature
of Christ.
What we are trying to say is that his supreme
importance is best seen when he is viewed as the living creative center
of the supremely important event
of human history, and also that the «nature»
of Christ is most truly known under that same category: God's action is the divine nature
of Christ.
First, the simple fact that this structure
of divine -
human unity emerged at a time and place in
history where the cultural, linguistic, political, and religious maturity and unity
of a significant portion
of humankind bode well for its apprehension is a major factor in its
importance.
Leo XIII advocated the revival
of Thomism in the first place because Thomas» thought provides a way
of articulating faithfully the content
of the Catholic faith, but also because, contrary to Enlightenment rationalism, it maintains the
importance of divine revelation within
human history, and avoids exaggerating
human reason's capacity to know the divine without the help
of grace.
The
importance of the historical person, Jesus
of Nazareth, is that he becomes the focal point
of human history and gives meaning to evolution.
Callum Brown, Professor
of Late Modern European
History at Glasgow University stressed its
importance to researchers: «The funeral and its tribute to the dead is a key part
of the
human rite
of passage.
1118 - FCO - For first time in 64 year
history the Commonwealth will have a formal Charter setting out core values: democracy;
human rights; peace and security; tolerance, respect and understanding; freedom
of expression; separation
of powers; rule
of law; good governance; sustainable development; environmental protection; access to health, education, food and shelter; gender equality; and the
importance of young people and civil society.
This discovery impressed Reich with the
importance of interbreeding in
human history.
The study shows the
importance of considering
human history when using genetics to study the migration
of large carnivores, which, historically, heads
of state have given as gifts.
The
importance of salt in
human life has been outlined by journalist and author Mark Kurlansky in his New York Times bestseller Salt: A World
History.
Learn about the healing qualities and nutritional
importance of live - culture ferments, as well as their illustrious
history and integral role in
human cultural evolution.
While this issue
of diet and physical degeneration remains perennial throughout the
history of human agriculture, the problem stabilizes and begins to reverse as early farming societies discovered the
importance of using food preparation techniques such as fermentation, to increase digestibility and nutrient absorption.
Jahana is passionate about teaching her students at Kennedy High School about
history and about the
importance of community service and their obligation to improve the
human condition.
Greece is a wonderful vacation destination, as it offers both beautiful beaches and the opportunity to explore the
history and culture
of a country that is
of inestimable
importance to
human history.
I am not a subscriber to the «great Man'theory
of history, I favour the idea that the pressures
of human desire, experience and
history culminate occasionally in one individual whose socio - historical
importance is inevitably (as
humans) defined through the base circumstances
of their physical and temporal existence (i.e. the thing we think first about Einstein is the hair and the tongue, right?).
I worked as media officer at the
Human Rights Media Centre in Cape Town though my studies and through the work was exposed to the
importance of oral
history, particularly to highlight the grassroots voices often discounted by the grand narrative
of history.
Acknowledging the grand
history of painting and the
importance it still plays to this day in the ways we see ourselves, Williams has long considered the
human figure to be the obvious vehicle to represent the
human condition.
Smart policies to manage and reduce the risks
of climate change must be fair, embracing the
importance of history, capabilities, equitable financing, and the richness
of human experience.
There are 1,031 World Heritage sites around the world, representing sites
of «outstanding universal value» because
of their
importance in capturing
human cultural traditions, creative genius,
history or exceptional natural phenomena.
For most
of the program's
history, we have honored five awardees, one each in fields
of great
importance to John (Heinz), including arts and the humanities, the environment, public policy, technology, and the
human condition.
A good example
of the
importance of environmental factors in
human history, too often neglected by traditional historians.
The General Assembly, Guided by the purposes and principles
of the Charter
of the United Nations, and good faith in the fulfilment
of the obligations assumed by States in accordance with the Charter, Affirming that indigenous peoples are equal to all other peoples, while recognizing the right
of all peoples to be different, to consider themselves different, and to be respected as such, Affirming also that all peoples contribute to the diversity and richness
of civilizations and cultures, which constitute the common heritage
of humankind, Affirming further that all doctrines, policies and practices based on or advocating superiority
of peoples or individuals on the basis
of national origin or racial, religious, ethnic or cultural differences are racist, scientifically false, legally invalid, morally condemnable and socially unjust, Reaffirming that indigenous peoples, in the exercise
of their rights, should be free from discrimination
of any kind, Concerned that indigenous peoples have suffered from historic injustices as a result
of, inter alia, their colonization and dispossession
of their lands, territories and resources, thus preventing them from exercising, in particular, their right to development in accordance with their own needs and interests, Recognizing the urgent need to respect and promote the inherent rights
of indigenous peoples which derive from their political, economic and social structures and from their cultures, spiritual traditions,
histories and philosophies, especially their rights to their lands, territories and resources, Recognizing also the urgent need to respect and promote the rights
of indigenous peoples affirmed in treaties, agreements and other constructive arrangements with States, Welcoming the fact that indigenous peoples are organizing themselves for political, economic, social and cultural enhancement and in order to bring to an end all forms
of discrimination and oppression wherever they occur, Convinced that control by indigenous peoples over developments affecting them and their lands, territories and resources will enable them to maintain and strengthen their institutions, cultures and traditions, and to promote their development in accordance with their aspirations and needs, Recognizing that respect for indigenous knowledge, cultures and traditional practices contributes to sustainable and equitable development and proper management
of the environment, Emphasizing the contribution
of the demilitarization
of the lands and territories
of indigenous peoples to peace, economic and social progress and development, understanding and friendly relations among nations and peoples
of the world, Recognizing in particular the right
of indigenous families and communities to retain shared responsibility for the upbringing, training, education and well - being
of their children, consistent with the rights
of the child, Considering that the rights affirmed in treaties, agreements and other constructive arrangements between States and indigenous peoples are, in some situations, matters
of international concern, interest, responsibility and character, Considering also that treaties, agreements and other constructive arrangements, and the relationship they represent, are the basis for a strengthened partnership between indigenous peoples and States, Acknowledging that the Charter
of the United Nations, the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (2) and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, 2 as well as the Vienna Declaration and Programme
of Action, (3) affirm the fundamental
importance of the right to self - determination
of all peoples, by virtue
of which they freely determine their political status and freely pursue their economic, social and cultural development, Bearing in mind that nothing in this Declaration may be used to deny any peoples their right to self - determination, exercised in conformity with international law, Convinced that the recognition
of the rights
of indigenous peoples in this Declaration will enhance harmonious and cooperative relations between the State and indigenous peoples, based on principles
of justice, democracy, respect for
human rights, non-discrimination and good faith, Encouraging States to comply with and effectively implement all their obligations as they apply to indigenous peoples under international instruments, in particular those related to
human rights, in consultation and cooperation with the peoples concerned,