ABSTRACT: In this essay, philosophical anthropology is considered from the viewpoint of biblical exegesis. Our summons to self-knowledge is discussed in the light of immanence of the Kingdom of God in the human being. Humanity is argued to consist of a three-fold structure: outer, inner, and divine. Psalms 144:3 The theme of my paper is philosophical anthropology in its proper sense, i.e., the understanding of human nature. Philosophy is a speculative discipline and we have to choose a basis
Reading Response II – 1 Epistle of Peter The author Peter admits himself as the apostle of God. He is writing to the Gentiles Christians in hostile pagan land to keep their hope on Jesus Christ’s promises and to live a holy life before God despite mounting persecution and various trials. His letter reflects the history and terminology of the Gospel and Acts which is notably Peter’s speeches. Themes and concepts reflect Peter’s experiences and his associations in the period of our Lord’s ministry
The relationship between madness and prophecy has long been a source of contention in literary circles. These two concepts are difficult to tackle as both are connected to an abstract mystical world that can give shape and meaning to human existence and truth about life. After the Holocaust, people seriously began questioning the existence of a Supreme Deity and the lack of divine intervention to such devastating and cruel war. As a result, the concepts of prophecy and madness are intertwined in