Entries by Daphne Hanson

Major Johannine themes

Briefly summarize some of the major Johannine themes: God, the Christ, salvation, the Spirit, the new covenant community, and last things. Describe how John presents them in his Gospel and how this information relates to modern readers. Pick 2 of these topics and briefly describe how we can apply John’s views to the life of […]

Resources available for learning about nutrition and healthy learning

Resources available for learning about nutrition and healthy learning What types of resources are available to communities in terms of learning about nutrition and healthy eating? What types of resources are available to global populations in terms of learning about nutrition and healthy eating? What are three challenges communities and global populations have in accessing […]

Ways in which Baroque artists depict the Annunciation and Nativity

Discuss the various ways in which Baroque artists (1585-1700) depict the Annunciation and Nativity. Analyze the iconography and visual language employed in specific Baroque examples as compared to earlier works by Duccio, Filippo Lippi, and Piero Della Francesca. What accounts for variations in iconography and visual imagery used to represent these narratives? Consider the role […]

The neolithic period

From the neolithic period to the Han dynasty, how did the inclusion of burial objects in ancient tombs change? Provide 3 examples that point to the evolution of burial traditions (consider objects, people, the scale of items, etc.) What do the changes in burial objects tell us about the changes in belief about the afterlife?

Religious experience and spirituality

What is your understanding of religion, religious experience and spirituality? According to you what is religion? Let us look into the nature of what makes an experience a truly Religious Experience You must have heard of these terms used in daily life: Religion and Spirituality, are they the same or are they distinct from each […]

The Old Testament law

How did the Old Testament law function in ancient Israel? What was its purpose and significance for the ancient Israelite? What is the theological function of the law according to Scripture? How does the law function in salvation history? Be sure to use New Testament references in supporting your answer. What application does the law […]