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In Fleshly Tabernacles, Bryan Hampton examines John Milton's imaginative engagement with, and theological passion for, the Incarnation. As aesthetic symbol, theological event, and narrative picture of humanity's potential, the Incarnation profoundly governs the way Milton structures his 1645 Poems, ponders the holy office of the pulpit, reflects on the ends of speech and language, interprets sacred scripture or secular texts, and engages in the radical politics of the Civil War and Interregnum. Richly drawing upon the disciplines of historical and postmodern theology, philosophical hermeneutics, theological aesthetics, and literary theory, Fleshly Tabernacles pursues the wide-ranging implications of the heterodox, perfectionist strain in Milton's Christology. Hampton illustrates how vibrant Christologies generated and shaped particular brands of anticlericalism, theories of reading and language, and political commitments of English nonconformist sects during the turbulent decades of the seventeenth century. Ranters and Seekers, Diggers and Quakers, Fifth monarchists and some Anabaptists—many of those identified with these radical groups proclaim that the Incarnation is primarily understood, not as a singular event of antiquity, but as a present eruption and charged manifestation within the life of the individual believer, such that faithful believers become "fleshly tabernacles" housing the Divine. The perfectionist strain in Milton's theology resonated in the works of the Independent preacher John Everard, the Digger Gerrard Winstanley, and the Quaker James Nayler. Fleshly Tabernacles intriguingly demonstrates how ideas of the incarnated Christ flourished in the world of revolutionary England, expressed in the notion that the regenerated human self could repair the ruins of church and state.
In Fleshly Tabernacles, Bryan Hampton examines John Milton's imaginative engagement with, and theological passion for, the Incarnation. As aesthetic symbol, theological event, and narrative picture of humanity's potential, the Incarnation profoundly governs the way Milton structures his 1645 Poems, ponders the holy office of the pulpit, reflects on the ends of speech and language, interprets sacred scripture or secular texts, and engages in the radical politics of the Civil War and Interregnum. Richly drawing upon the disciplines of historical and postmodern theology, philosophical hermeneutics, theological aesthetics, and literary theory, Fleshly Tabernacles pursues the wide-ranging implications of the heterodox, perfectionist strain in Milton's Christology. Hampton illustrates how vibrant Christologies generated and shaped particular brands of anticlericalism, theories of reading and language, and political commitments of English nonconformist sects during the turbulent decades of the seventeenth century. Ranters and Seekers, Diggers and Quakers, Fifth monarchists and some Anabaptists—many of those identified with these radical groups proclaim that the Incarnation is primarily understood, not as a singular event of antiquity, but as a present eruption and charged manifestation within the life of the individual believer, such that faithful believers become "fleshly tabernacles" housing the Divine. The perfectionist strain in Milton's theology resonated in the works of the Independent preacher John Everard, the Digger Gerrard Winstanley, and the Quaker James Nayler. Fleshly Tabernacles intriguingly demonstrates how ideas of the incarnated Christ flourished in the world of revolutionary England, expressed in the notion that the regenerated human self could repair the ruins of church and state.
In today's fiercely competitive job market, with the balance of power squarely in job-seekers' hands, how can organizations attract and retain the most talented candidates--and the best additions to their culture? The answer may surprise you. The most effective employer brands don't attract candidates; they repel them. Combining the expertise of employer brand industry leaders Charlotte Marshall and Bryan Adams, Give & Get Employer Branding redefines the concept of an employee value proposition entirely. Instead of a sales pitch aimed at seducing candidates with sizzle, this refreshing new approach harnesses the value to be found within the cultural realities and expectations of the company. You'll learn how to create a "smart filter," elevate your organization's strengths by pairing them with what it truly takes to thrive, and answer the burning questions on candidates' minds like never before.
What Comes to Mind When You Think About Productivity?For many of us, it is about completing one more task and packing even more work into the day. But here Bryan makes a compelling point that we can become more successful by focusing on the essential only. So, do you have things to do and not much time to get things done? This book may be what you need. The Productivity of Less points out how to overcome common difficulty through tackling key issues which might be stopping you from remaining focused and making the most of your time.The Productivity of Less is a book that provides tips and tools for organizing, prioritizing and managing time along with reducing stress. The book presents a resource guide for continuous learning and exploration of productivity in relation to individual circumstances including motivation, procrastination and time management guidelines. Addressing the unique challenges, Bryan offers a balanced view of a variety of tools and techniques to deal with overwork and stress. Increased productivity means that you get things done faster, which translates into fewer overtime hours and more time concentrating on the things that are most important to you.From this manual, you will learn: -The science and nature of productivity-When to work-How to become efficient-Supercharging your productivity-How to fight distractionsLastly, this book did not just offer a single approach to dealing with overwork and stress, but instead present a balanced view of several tools and techniques that are of assistance.
In a world saturated with performance-driven messaging and soft-pedaled narratives, this book offers a new approach to leadership and communication that is both honest and intensely effective. The author argues that while truthfulness is a moral necessity, selling the truth with intention is a strategic superpower. Far from manipulation or spin, this method involves shaping the right truth with clarity and weight, transforming it into influence and momentum that audiences, customers and employees are ready to follow and buy. Leaders often value truth, but few have been taught how to find, shape, and intentionally sell it to build genuine conviction—this book bridges that gap. The core of this transformative philosophy is The Truth Cascade, an organizational law that maps the journey from insight to competitive edge: Truth becomes clarity, clarity shapes culture, culture builds capability, and capability becomes competitive advantage. Sell the Truth provides leaders with the method to activate this cascade, introducing a practical framework designed to navigate difficult conversations, align teams, and ensure that your organizational narrative creates belief rather than resistance.
Young Ladies Who L.E.A.D. shares the stories of six young ladies currently residing in South Carolina, North Carolina, Maryland, and New York who have demonstrated perseverance and determination as they Learn. Excel, Achieve, and Dare to be great (LEAD) in their careers, in school, and most importantly in life. You will laugh and even cry as you read these heartfelt accounts of young ladies ensuring they stay on top of their game, letting nothing deter or hinder their success. As entrepreneurs, college students, and career professionals, these young ladies are making their mark.
Like a hot latte on a cold, rainy day, Caf Adam is sure to warm the hearts of comic readers everywhere. In this sixth collection, cartoonist Brian Basset focuses on a whole host of compatriots who hang out at the local coffeehouse, log in remotely, and compare work-at-home notes.
What happened to Adam and Eve after their expulsion from paradise? Where the biblical narrative fell silent apocryphal writings took up this intriguing question, notably including the Early Christian Latin text, the Life of Adam and Eve. This account describes the (failed) attempt of the couple to return to paradise by fasting whilst immersed in a river, and explores how they coped with new experiences such as childbirth and death. Brian Murdoch guides the reader through the many variant versions of the Life, demonstrating how it was also adapted into most western and some eastern European languages in the Middle Ages and beyond, constantly developing and changing along the way. The study considers this development of the apocryphal texts whilst presenting a fascinating insight into the flourishing medieval tradition of Adam and Eve. A tradition that the Reformation would largely curtail, stories from the Life were celebrated in European prose, verse and drama in many different languages from Irish to Russian.
