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  • 1 & 2 Kronieke as 'n magsteks 
    Geyser, Anna Barbara; Breytenbach, A.P.B. (Andries Petrus Bernardus), 1944- (Reformed Theological College, Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006-06)
    This study compares Chronicles with its source documents. It is obvious that the authors of Chronicles omitted certain parts of the source documents on the other hand on the other emphasized certain aspects with a specific ...
  • 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 : the Thessalonians should live a holy life 
    Verhoef, Eduard (Reformed Theological College, Faculty of Theology, University of Pretori, 2007-03)
    The author argues that 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 should be considered as one coherent pericope. It shows that the term "holiest" does not refer to the god "Kabeiros", neither that the Greek word "skeuos" means either ...
  • “2 Corinthians 11:22 : historical context, rhetoric, and ethnicity” 
    Duling, Dennis C. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2008)
    In this article historical criticism, rhetorical criticism and ethnicity theory are combined to interpret Paul’s boasting about his ethnicity in 2 Corinthians 11:22. Partition theory helps to establish the historical/social ...
  • 350 Years Reformed in South Africa : the contribution of the Reformed Presbyterian Church in Southern Africa 
    Duncan, Graham A. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2003)
    This paper traces the development in terms of its heritage and legacy of a Reformed Presbyterian Church in Southern Africa, from its beginnings in the Scottish Mission, to the present. It notes the oppressive role of ...
  • 4000 Jaar van soeke na God 
    Klopper, Frances (Reformed Theological College, Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2005)
    South Africans live in a time of growing unease amongst Afrikaans-speaking Christians about the traditional God-image of their childhood. As a consequence, churches are losing members – which is of concern to the church’s ...
  • Aanloop 1909–1916 
    Oberholzer, J.P. (OpenJournals Publishing, 2010-09)
    Die aanloop 1909–1916 Na sporadiese bespreking en gedagtevorming oor die jare 1884−1908, begin die moontlikheid van ‘n eie opleiding van predikante vir die Nederduitsch Hervormde Kerk vorm kry. Gebrekkige onderwysfasiliteite ...
  • Aard van die geloofsgemeenskap in Nehemia 9 
    Venter, P.M. (Pieter Michiel), 1947- (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 1995)
    In this study the prayer in Nehemiah 9:5b-37 is compared with Psalm 106 and investigated within its literary and social context. The conclusion is reached that the community of faith portrayed in this prayer is a cultic ...
  • Acts 17:27 - "that they might feel after him and find ... " 
    Van Tilborg, Sjef; Tilborg, Sjef van (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2001)
    The aim of this article is to investigate the allusion to the possibility of touching God (t/RlAatPacu) in Paul's Areopagus speech (Acts 17:27). The article aims at assessing the Lukan notion of God's nearness in space ...
  • Ad fontes – terug na die Skrif, of na Jesus, of na die belydenis? 
    Van Wyk, D.J.C. (Daniel Johannes Cornelius) (jr) (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2004)
    A critical approach to the New Testament, its origins, and the development of theological trajectories in the early Jesus movements have caused historians to look for the foundational authority beyond the biblical canon ...
  • Addressing an angelomorphic christological myth in Hebrews? 
    Steyn, Gert Jacobus (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2003)
    In this article, the hypothesis of a possible angelomorphic christology, as addressed by the author of Hebrews, is investigated. It is argued that when Jesus was proclaimed as “Son of God”, he was probably identified by ...
  • The adjudication of miracles : rethinking the criteria of historicity 
    Licona, Michael R. 1961-; Van der Watt, J.G. (Jan Gabriel), 1952- (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2009)
    This is the second article in a series of two that discusses whether historians are within their professional rights to investigate miracle claims. In the fi rst, I made a positive case that they are and then proceeded ...
  • An African American perspective on the New Testament commentary 
    Van Wyk, I.W.C. (Ignatius William Charles) (OpenJournals Publishing, 2010-11)
    This New Testament commentary is the product of African American theologians. A variety of scholars have produced explanations of every book of the New Testament, with explanations varying in length of 20–30 pages. Short ...
  • The African concept of caring for life 
    Masango, Maake J.S. (Reformed Theological College, Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2005)
    This article analyses the village concept of caring among African people. The old pattern of caring was based on the concept of ubuntu (humanity) which respects people, because they are created in the imago Dei. Then the ...
  • African witchcraft in theological perspective 
    Van Wyk, I.W.C. (Ignatius William Charles) (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2004)
    This article is a theological contribution aimed at creating an understanding of the phenomenon of witchcraft in South Africa. Witchcraft still causes major social problems in this country. The article argues that the ...
  • Afrikaner spirituality : a complex mixture 
    Oliver, Erna (Reformed Theological College, Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    The article argues that the perception that Afrikaner spirituality is and has always been founded mainly or only upon the Calvinistic tradition is a misconception. Nineteenth century Afrikaner spiritualism consisted of a ...
  • An Afro-Christian ministry to people living with HIV/Aids in South Africa 
    Manala, Matsobane J. (Reformed Theological College, Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2005)
    The HIV/Aids pandemic is cause for great frustration to the developing countries in their attempts to improve the quality of life of their citizens. HIV/Aids in South Africa demands a specific approach to the Christian ...
  • Aggression, anger and violence in South Africa 
    Masango, Maake J.S. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2004)
    This article traces the roots of aggression, anger and violence in South Africa and the rest of the world. The paper is divided into four parts: Aggression, Anger, Catharsis and Violence. As a result of violence against ...
  • Agnostic investigations 
    Van Wyk, G.M.J. (Gafie) (OpenJournals Publishing, 2010-11)
    The copy of ‘The Agnostic Inquirer’ I received for review is neatly printed and bound in soft cover (with a strong, yet flexible back). It comes with a foreword by William J. Abraham, as well as an index of names. The ...
  • Akademiese protokol in die teologiese wetenskap 
    Steenkamp, L.J.S. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 1997)
    Academic protocol in theological science determines the guidelines according to which the theologian applies theology as science. There is an inevitable interaction between the theological practice of science and Christian ...
  • Akkommodering en bestuur van diversiteit in gemeenteverband 
    Dreyer, T.F.J. (Theunis Frederik Jacobus), 1946- (Reformed Theological College, Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006-11)
    Diversity is becomming a prominent phenomenon of our society within a postmodern context. Many clergy and church members believe it threatens the peace and stability of churches and local congregations. Seemingly, ...