Sentences with phrase «into ancient cultures»

Gain an insight into the ancient culture and contemporary folklore, amidst a backdrop of astounding scenery, and see at first hand the native wildlife of Sri Lanka with a luxury safari camp stay in a national park.

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Just as Beowulf gives us a glimpse at the mores and morals of the ancient, pre-christian Anglo - Saxon culture, so do the books of Bible give us insight into ancient middle eastern cultures.

What is less clear to me is why complementarians like Keller insist that that 1 Timothy 2:12 is a part of biblical womanhood, but Acts 2 is not; why the presence of twelve male disciples implies restrictions on female leadership, but the presence of the apostle Junia is inconsequential; why the Greco - Roman household codes represent God's ideal familial structure for husbands and wives, but not for slaves and masters; why the apostle Paul's instructions to Timothy about Ephesian women teaching in the church are universally applicable, but his instructions to Corinthian women regarding head coverings are culturally conditioned (even though Paul uses the same line of argumentation — appealing the creation narrative — to support both); why the poetry of Proverbs 31 is often applied prescriptively and other poetry is not; why Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob represent the supremecy of male leadership while Deborah and Huldah and Miriam are mere exceptions to the rule; why «wives submit to your husbands» carries more weight than «submit one to another»; why the laws of the Old Testament are treated as irrelevant in one moment, but important enough to display in public courthouses and schools the next; why a feminist reading of the text represents a capitulation to culture but a reading that turns an ancient Near Eastern text into an apologetic for the post-Industrial Revolution nuclear family is not; why the curse of Genesis 3 has the final word on gender relationships rather than the new creation that began at the resurrection.

So the bible is a look into the culture of an ancient people.

See the answer above — I see the Genesis narratives as God graciously reaching down to an ancient culture in order to communicate to them that he is their creator, that they are alienated from him, and that he desires that they be restored to fellowship through his offer of covenant with him (ultimately pointing to the need for God to step into history himself as the One who can keep the covenant on our behalf).

Ancient Islamic culture of the golden age of the Abbasids attained a high level of development before it fell into a period of decline similar to the decline of the Greek, Chinese, and Persian cultures.

We owe a great deal, of course, to the classic cultures of Greece and Rome, but we tend to read back into the ancient literature conceptions that the classic authors did not really hold.

As we discussed a couple of weeks ago, if Esther was anything like a typical teenage girl in this ancient Near Eastern patriarchal culture, she would not have expected to have any say in her marital future to begin with, and so when she is «taken» with the other virgins into the harem, the chances that she would even think to defy her male guardian, or even worse, the Persian Empire, are incredibly slim.

In most ancient near Eastern cultures, including Israel, unmarried women were considered the property of their fathers (or the male head - of - house), and under biblical law could either be sold into slavery to pay off debt or married for a bride price (Exodus 21:7, Nehemiah 5:5; Genesis 29:1 - 10).

The stories give insight into the values of ancient cultures in ways far more poignant and illuminating than archeological artifacts.

When the Roman Empire collapsed, Christianity, although by that time closely associated with it, not only survived but won to its fold the barbarians who were the immediate cause of the overthrow, spread into regions in Northern and Western Europe which had not before known it, and became the chief vehicle for the transfer of the culture of the ancient world to the Europe of medieval and modern times.

But as we talked late into the night about ancient Near Eastern culture, Rahab, and the goodness of God, I felt strangely comforted.

Then come together again so that Satan will not tempt you because of your lack of self - control» Since most would agree that Paul's writings are surely divine inspiration for the total concept of «mutual gratification» in that time was not entertained in the minds of most ancient cultures it was seen more so as a «chore» that women did for their husband so that he would not stray into adultery.

Of course, different cultures had different myths, but the point is that they all had them... What makes Genesis different from its ancient Near Eastern counterparts is that it begins to make the point to Abraham and his seed that the God they are bound to, the God who called them into existence, is different from the gods around them... The biblical worldview described in Genesis is an Ancient Near Easteancient Near Eastern counterparts is that it begins to make the point to Abraham and his seed that the God they are bound to, the God who called them into existence, is different from the gods around them... The biblical worldview described in Genesis is an Ancient Near EasteAncient Near Eastern one.

Like other Ancient Near Eastern cultures, ancient Israel bisects reality into two overarching realms — the heavens and the earth — and two kind of beings — mortals and immAncient Near Eastern cultures, ancient Israel bisects reality into two overarching realms — the heavens and the earth — and two kind of beings — mortals and immancient Israel bisects reality into two overarching realms — the heavens and the earth — and two kind of beings — mortals and immortals.

For the Bible is a book of an ancient people which has had to be translated into the language of peoples of very different cultures.

But what's happening today — the surge of interest in lacrosse among boys and girls, the spread of the game westward, the seeping of lacrosse into the culture at large — does share one thing with its ancient forebear: Lacrosse again looks like a game with no boundaries.

In an interview, she said that she chewed up his food for him and spit it into his mouth, a method that's referred to as pre-mastication and is common among both birds and humans in ancient cultures.

Even though practicing babywearing seems to have come into vogue in our culture fairly recently, the art itself is ancient.

The ancient practice of babywearing made its way into western culture in the 1960s and its popularity with American consumers has grown because of its vast benefits.

Ötzi is the only ancient mummy ever found in the Alps, and his remarkably preserved body provides important insight into health and culture in the European Copper Age.

The unveiling of a 4,000 - year - old civilization calls into question conventional ideas about ancient culture, trade, and religion.

For a fee, outsiders can buy a glimpse into several ancient cultures, each with its own language — many of them in danger of extinction.

Similar «eternal fires» integrated gas and flame emissions into ancient religious practices in many cultures.

This ancient grain - like seed ground into flour served as a dietary staple for the Aztecs and other healthy ancestral cultures.

Adriana de Gadea transforms the tumi, the ceremonial knife of the ancient Inca, Moche and Chimu cultures, into a necklace of extraordinary elegance.

Parts of what is modern - day northwestern Iran was part of the Kura — Araxes culture (circa 3400 BC — ca. 2000 BC), that stretched up into the neighboring Ancient Persian Art & Culture: Sculture (circa 3400 BC — ca. 2000 BC), that stretched up into the neighboring Ancient Persian Art & Culture: SCulture: Summary.

Wolfen is not a werewolf movie by strict definition but it delves into American Indian lore involving shapeshifters and ancient animal spirits as well as urban legends of an underground culture of wolves who hunt in the cities.

The lesson as written ties to a state history curriculum, but can easily be adapted to fit into curriculum relating to dinosaurs, ancient cultures, and local history.

Examples of rock art representing various ancient cultures are carved and painted into the stone right next to each other.

Discover the ancient ruins at Tulum, Cobá, and Chichén Itzá; dive into the mythical Maya underworld while snorkeling underwater caves; and get immersed in the culture of the modern - day Maya in colorful colonial towns.

Explore ancient Mayan ruins at Copán and visit small villages for insight into the region's vibrant culture.

A thriving economy, 6000 miles of pristine coastline, diverse culture, coupled with the color and contrast of the ancient history of the Mayans all go into making Mexico an extremely popular draw with tourists.

Learn bushcraft & «dreaming» legends, enjoy indigenous performances & gain an insight into this fascinating & ancient culture.

These artifacts offer fascinating insights into ancient Mayan culture.

The short scenic drive from the airport lingers on your mind.Chengdu's beautiful rivers, bridges, trees and flowers are a visual feast.History resonates in this city, where the ancient Southern Silk Road began.When you enter the opulent lobby of Shangri - La Hotel, Chengdu, warm greetings accompany you.The hotel has been showcasing the rich artistic culture of Chengdu since its opening by featuring nine famous contemporary artists from Sichuan.You will be ushered into a journey of China contemporary art.Up in your room, the setting is modern and the space generous.You appreciate why you picked the hotel with the largest rooms in the city centre.

Every stop along the tour provides insight into the cultures and peoples that comprise the ancient and modern day Peru.

Ancient castles, mysterious lochs, breathtaking landscapes, and rich culture: a Scotland vacation is a trip into a legend.

Journey out into the Jungle of Tikal, and see wildlife, ancient ruins and the highlands of Guatemala where the mountain culture comes to life along the vibrant hillsides.

A Day at the Museum Set in the heart of the Hotel Zone but a world away in atmosphere, the sophisticated Museo Maya de Cancun, designed by Mexican architect Alberto Garcia Lascurain, offers intriguing insights into the culture and practices of the ancient people of the Yucatan Peninsula.

You can fish for tiger fish in the lake and visit neighbouring villages for an insight into the rich, ancient culture of the Tonga people.

We'll take you deep into the Everest / Khumbu region, home to the world's highest peaks, massive glaciers, remote mountain villages and intriguing ancient cultures.

Dig into a bit of local Mayan Culture, enjoy a Mayan Feast, savour the smell of burning Copal, indulge in a Shaman Blessing... and of course, visit some Ancient Ruins.

Wooleen offers eco tours with Brett out into the rangelands and the tours include understanding a working sheep and cattle property, flora and fauna, early pioneering history, aboriginal culture and the peace and quiet of the ancient landscape.

Travellers take on a five - day hike through the Caribbean jungle to the incredible ruins of an ancient lost city, as well as journeying into the Amazon Rainforest to encounter its indigenous culture and wildlife.

Your tour will integrate luxury, a mix of activities you enjoy and immersion into this ancient and fascinating culture by:

As you explore this unspoiled wilderness you will view ancient Aboriginal rock art, learn about Aboriginal culture, go in search of bush foods and bush medicines, and visit historic sites where early explorers ventured into Northern Australia.

Located in the shaded gardens of this luxury resort, central to Aldea Maya is a purpose built hut with a Palapa roof, what guests are invited to delve deep into ancient Mayan culture by sampling a dinner menu based entirely on regional specialties such as black bean stew with sour cactus fruit salsa and banana leaf cooked lion fish with mint and tomatillo.

Centuries of design, culture and architecture are seeped into the ancient city of Marrakech.

Take a small - group or private tour of the ruins to gain deep insights into ancient Maya culture, or beat the crowds with an archaeologist - led, early - access tour of both Coba and Chichen Itza.