Mytologi

Neben der 'Theologie des Alten Testaments' und der 'Literatur- und Religionsgeschichte Israels' gehört die 'Anthropologie' zu den Kernthemen der alttestamentlichen Wissenschaft. Das Lehrbuch von Bernd Janowski bearbeitet dieses Thema in umfassender Weise, indem es sich in sieben Abschnitte gliedert: Einführung, Lebensphasen, Personbegriff, Soziales Handeln, Welterfahrung, Anthropologien im Alten Testament, Resümee. Ein ausführlicher Quellenhang veranschaulicht das Thema anhand ausgewählter Texte und Bilder aus der Umwelt des Alten Testaments. "Bernd Janowski hat [...] einen großartigen Gesamtentwurf vorgelegt, der schon jetzt als Standardwerk bezeichnet werden kann. Galt bis dahin die Anthropologie des Alten Testaments von Hans Walter Wolff aus dem Jahr 1973 als maßgebliches Werk, so dürfte nun die beeindruckende Darstellung des emeritierten Tübinger Alttestamentlers an deren Stelle treten." Ludger Schwienhoerst-Schönberger in Christ in der Gegenwart , Nr. 21/2019, S. 226 "Bernd Janowskis monumentales opus magnum, in dem eine lebenslange Beschäftigung mit anthropologischen Themen der Bibel ihren Höhepunkt erreicht, darf schon jetzt als das künftig unentbehrliche Standardwerk zu allen Fragen im Umkreis bezeichnet werden. [...] Eine uneingeschränkte Leseempfehlung, die jedem Interessierten dringend ans Herz gelegt sei!" Friedhelm Hartenstein in Theologische Literaturzeitung 144, Buch des Monats (Juli/August 2019) "Bernd Janowski hat mit seiner Anthropologie des Alten Testaments ein materialreiches Kompendium vorgelegt, ein Nachschlagewerk, ein Lesebuch, ein Lehrwerk, ein kluges Buch, von dem sich die interessierte Leserschaft gern zum Nach- und Selberdenken anregen lässt. Zweifellos liegt für die alttestamentliche Anthropologie hier ein Referenzwerk vor." Achim Behrens in Orientalistische Literaturzeitung , 115 (2020), S. 449-452 "[...] ein wahres Meisterwerk, das jede/r Student/in der Theologie zu Rate ziehen wird. Auch die Fachexegese darf sich über ein äußerst hilfreiches Handbuch freuen, das man durcharbeiten und auf das man immer wieder als Nachschlagewerk zurückgreifen wird." Thomas Hieke in Biblische Notizen , 184 (2020), S. 149-150 "Dieses Buch stellt die alttestamentliche Anthropologie erfrischend neu, übersichtlich und umfassend dar und ist ein unschätzbarer Beitrag nicht nur zur alttestamentlichen Wissenschaft, sondern ebenfalls zur praktischen Theologie. Darüber hinaus sei es ausdrücklich als Nachschlagewerk oder zur Gesamtlektüre in Studium, Vikariat und Pfarramt empfohlen." Lukas Altvater auf https://netzwerktheologie.wordpress.com "Insgesamt kann allen die Anschaffung dieses Standardwerkes, das man mit Gewinn und mit Genuss liest, nur empfohlen werden." Kathrin Gies in Theologische Revue 118, Juli 2022 "Janowskis 'Anthropologie' füllt eine seit Jahrzehnten überfällige Lücke der alttestamentlichen Theologie und Exegese und wird allein aus diesem Grund schon zu einem Standardwerk avancieren." Benedikt Collinet in bbs 12.2020, www.bibelwerk.de/verein/buecherschau "Mit seiner Anthropologie des Alten Testaments ist Bernd Janowski ein großer Wurf gelungen, dem man eine lange Halbwertszeit wünscht! Nicht nur für Studierende, sondern für jeden, der sich mit der Gedankenwelt des Alten Testaments auseinandersetzen möchte, ist das Handbuch nur zu empfehlen." Fabian Brand auf https://theologieundwelt.wordpress.com/2021/07/09/anthropologie-des-alten-testam

Ironie und Ambiguität spielen in neueren Untersuchungen und Kommentaren zum Ijobbuch eine nicht unbedeutende Rolle. Tobias Häner macht diese beiden Aspekte des Texts zum Mittelpunkt seiner Studie. Übertreibungen und das Ausmaß an Wiederholungen stellen in der Prologerzählung Anzeichen von pragmatischer Unaufrichtigkeit dar, die auf Endtextebene die ironischen Gehalte in den weiteren Buchteilen vorbereitet. Im poetischen Teil des Buches sind ironische Sinnspitzen vor allem in den Ijobreden zu verorten. Intradiegetisch werden dabei durch teilweise leicht verfälschte Zitate und Anspielungen die Argumente der Freunde rhetorisch untergraben, extradiegetisch lässt sich eine Ironisierung der Gebetssprache der Psalmen ausmachen. In den Gottesreden wird dagegen umgekehrt Ijob zum Ziel der Ironie, die zusammen mit den Ambiguitäten auf die Begrenztheit menschlichen Erkenntnisvermögens verweist.

Matt Bell used to be a respected reporter in Philadelphia. These days he's a podcaster with a questionable reputation who tells stories about the back alleys and dark corners of the City of Brotherly Love. He spins tales about unsolved crimes, political misdeeds, and as he calls it, weirdness.When Matt gets a tip from a listener about cult activity among the inmates of a Western Pennsylvania prison, he knows it's a story he can't miss. Defense contractors, small town bullies, Native American folklore, and echoes from his past might make this podcast more than he can handle. Add a beautiful and motivated Ivy League professor who's researching the same events and you have the makings of one hell of a tale, my friends.As Matt says, "People need the hard news, but weird stuff pays the bills."

Get ready for the Halloween season with 11 scary stories from some of the best new indie horror authors out there. A collection carefully curated by The Sisterhood of the Black Pen, Twisted Tales of Halloween Horror includes takes on some of your favourite legends of Halloween: the Boogeyman, vampires, werewolves, Bloody Mary, Stingy Jack, and many more!Put out your jack-o'-lanterns.Cover your mirrors.and above all, NEVER RUN OUT OF CANDY.*This anthology contains spice, gore, and so much more. It is not intended for anyone under the age of 18*

How do you reach a heart filled with hatred and death? With a magic steel glove, of course.Thallan is an elf warrior, cursed to kill. Nobody survives his deadly blade when he comes for them. Nobody except one small human lady.Isa offended the wrong person, and now she has a price on her head. Trapped in the home of the enemy, she finds herself torn between love and loyalty. She must finally choose when she holds the heart of her assassin in her hand-literally.Thallan has to break free of his curse to regain control of his life, but he can't do it alone. His fate lies in the hands of a woman who has every reason to hate him. To survive, he must win her trust... and her heart.

Everything I've worked for is within reach. All I have to do is sacrifice my fated mate.I knew entering the Schorchedlands would mean facing my worst nightmares. But I also knew that if I beat this cursed place- if I could meet terror face to face and survive- I would earn every one of my dreams.I would be Prince Reveln of the Luminescent Court, savior of the fae realm and the new High Heir. I'd prove my father wrong. I'd live up to my brother's legacy. I'd gain it all. That was the deal.But once again, Caelynn has ruined everything.She's ruined it by saving me, by sacrificing herself--again. Now that she's here, it means I can still achieve all of my dreams-I'll just have to leave her behind in this terrible place along with the wicked souls of fallen fae, and some of the most evil creatures to ever exist.But I can't. I can't live my life knowing she is here, trapped.So now, not only must I complete my near-impossible task of saving the fae realm, I must also find a way to free Caelynn from the prison she chose for herself. And Caelynn is not the only being trapped within these walls that craves freedom.We are in the Night Terror's realm now. And we're playing her game.

Doria James never meant to stumble into Vespertine Books, a hidden gem of a bookshop, and she certainly never meant to leave with a volume of fantasy romance stories. But, after meeting the shop's handsome owner, Miles Oak, she does just that. Soon she's returning for more than just books. She's returning for the mystery that is Miles.Every book he lends her seems to draw her closer to him, but as strange things begin to happen, Doria discovers a darkness hanging over the cozy space she has come to adore, as well as the man chained to it.Interweaving several fantasy romance short stories, Bittersweet Breadcrumbs is a tantalizing tale that will ensure you never look at bedtime stories the same again.

Gli animali, parlando, tentano di ammaestrare gli uomini e non viceversa. Forse il segreto che potrebbe dare speranza agli uomini sta proprio nel partire dall'esempio degli animali che non oltrepassano il necessario per campare.

Cinder should be dead, her body shattered and broken like so much glass.Instead, she's going to do what she's best at - kill.But the one who needs to die is protected by the only person she can't beat.

Few authors are able to discuss the original Taliesin myth in as much depth as Dr Gwilym Morus-Baird. As a native Welsh speaker and scholar he has studied the Welsh bardic tradition from the inside, and able to give readers insights few others have even guessed at. In this groundbreaking exploration, Dr Gwilym Morus-Baird tells the many tales behind the story and draws out the deeper meanings of the original myth. As one of the most complete studies of the greatest Celtic bard in print, this book is a must-have for anyone seriously studying Celtic myth, be they students, researchers, druids or pagans. It reveals the ancient roots of Taliesin's myth in the Celtic tradition, and interprets many of the symbols, themes and meanings embedded in this important tale. The book presents new insights not only into Taliesin himself, but also the central figure of Ceridwen, the ancient symbol of her cauldron, the mystical relationship between awen and Annwfn, and how all of these elements relate to the Welsh bardic tradition.From the introduction: "This book explores all the most important stories and poems that make up the Welsh myth of Taliesin. As you would expect, it therefore covers a lot of history, but this isn't strictly a book about history. It's a book about a myth: a vast and tangled myth that spans millennia and contains many characters, locations and texts. Some sources might be familiar to some readers, while others will be new to almost everyone outside of a Celtic Studies department. Yet even with the more popularly known poems and stories, there are new aspects, concepts and themes explored, deeper parts of the myth and more subtle elements of the tradition considered. It's also worth pointing out that parts of this book will be very speculative. Old myths show more than they tell; their meaning is implied rather than explicitly stated; they're more symbolic than literal. This means myths need to be interpreted before they can be fully understood, and interpretation is by no means a hard science. If anything, it's more of an art, a creative process of finding patterns, comparisons, suggestions and inferences."From students past and present: "... a scholarly honouring of the magical and otherworldly nature of the Celts." - Professor Susan Pryor, Tamna University. "His work is of incalculable value ... from the clarity of his explanations and beyond to the countless associations he invitesand stimulates." - Associate Professor Valeria Rodriguez Van Dam, Universidad de Buenos Aires " ... fundamental for any exploration into Celtic myths and the meaning behind them." - Dr Gary Llewellyn, Scientist, Neo Druid & Storyteller "His work ... goes to the inner most aspects of Celtic culture that otherwise would seem impossible to penetrate." - Luke Huw Llewellyn, Welsh Folklore Student & Musician "He brings the full essence and depth of Welsh mythology into modern times ... he has the utmost respect for the original sources and adheres to them as he teaches." - Kate Cowie Riley, Poet and Writer "Taliesin and other great poets spring back to life again in his voice. I have learned more from him than I can ever express." - Dr Ann Beer "He skilfully stirs the cauldron, and we who are gathered round invariably catch the odd drop of awen." - Simon Hughes Lilly, Author, Artist & Craftsman

If you've ever questioned whether to toss out that bit of string from a sewing project or wondered what you should know before picking up that shiny penny on the sidewalk, this is the book for you.

This solarpunk book of shadows will guide you in surviving and resisting climate crisis and dystopian political systems so you can take radical action towards a positive future. Longtime activist and practicing witch Justine Norton-Kertson introduces a fresh approach to witchcraft at a time when it's desperately needed. Drawing on the natural connections between modern paganism and the literary, artistic, and activist movement known as solarpunk, Norton-Kertson provides meditations and correspondences for developing a spiritual practice rooted in nature, the Sun, and a powerful belief in our ability to build a better world. Readers will also find a host of spells to use in the fight against climate change, fascism, and inequality. These politically conscious magickal practices forge a new spiritual praxis to guide us as we work together to envision and create the future we want to see.Missed the Kickstarter? There's still time to get all the rewards on PledgeManager!

Follow the adventurous journey of Max Seagle in this surreal and fantastical fictional story as he embarks on an unpredictable expedition across the nation in the late 19th century. After a tumultuous start on a Chicago ranch, Max navigates through numerous unforeseen challenges. Along the way, Max finds love, a fondness for poker, and an unexpected life in logging in the Pacific Northwest. Just when he thinks he's finally settled, destiny pulls him into yet another thrilling escapade. How the West Was Lost in a Poker Game is a tale of resilience, exploration, and embracing destiny's unpredictable twists. A quirky journey through the age of cowboys, railroads, and opportunities, it's a captivating ride through a man's life as he seeks his fortune in America's evolving West. Also included are additional short stories and poetry.

Bring Greek mythology to life in this stunningly illustrated coloring book featuring gods, goddesses, unique creatures, epic scenes, and more.From the gleaming heavens up above to the darkest depths of the underworld, this coloring book takes you on a journey through the incredible stories of Greek mythology. Created by artist Jen Yoon, this coloring book features 45 intricate illustrations of gods and goddesses, mythical creatures, and a variety of mesmerizing scenes, allowing you to bring your own artistic interpretation to the legends you know and love.Complete with perforated pages that you can tear out and display proudly, this coloring book is the perfect space to flex your creativity and imagination while immersing yourself in the magical world of Greek mythology.

Annelore Bergner schreibt Geschichten aus der Heimat und dem Leben. Dieses Buch enthält eine Sammlung von Geschichten, die sie im Laufe ihres Lebens geschrieben hat. Sie nehmen den Leser mit in die Wesermarsch und das heimatverbundene Leben im Heute und in der Vergangenheit.

Tales of the Sun; or, Folklore of Southern India, a classical book, has been considered essential throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

Tales of Bengal, a classical book, has been considered essential throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

Philippine Folk-Tales, a classical book, has been considered essential throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

This book recounts the eventful life of Ankh-Hap, a Ptolemaic-era mummy seized in the nineteenth century from infamous mummy-pits of Egypt. In piecing together Ankh-Hap's story, including details of his life in Egypt and the journey his mummy took to and through America, A Mystery from the Mummy-Pits provides a fascinating glimpse into a dark chapter of mummy history.

From Robert Dinsdale, the critically acclaimed author of The Toymakers, comes an imaginative retelling of the legend of the Minotaur.

Celtic Devotional is for all who want to find and follow their spiritual pathway. Drawing on the inspiration of the seasonal unfolding of the year and on the ancestral environmental vision of the Celtic period, this devotional creates a framework for the daily rekindling and refreshment of the soul. A combination of existing and newly composed prayers, blessings and ceremonies for people of all traditions or none, this much-loved devotional returns to uplift and accompany the daily round through the seasons of the year.

An odyssey of childhood, mythology and the imagination from the Booker Prize-winning author of Possession and The Children's Book

Samples of Steiner's work are to be found in this book of edited texts, which brings together excerpts from his many talks and writings on the subject of the Druids. This volume also features an editorial introduction, commentary and notes by Dr Andrew Welburn.