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Showing 1 to 13 of 13 for “"Evil Spirits"”.
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The Narrative Function(s) of Evil Spirits in the Gospel of Luke
… investigation of the narrative function(s) of evil spirits as dominant characters in Luke’s Gospel. In addressing this issue, this work adopts a literary reading of character within a broader narrative-critical model of the textual, symbolic, and real worlds. The textual analysis comprises two …
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Biblical understanding applied to contemporary African Christian methods of exorcism
… believe that every bad occurrence is caused by evil spirits. As a result, exorcism plays a central role in solving their problems. The Christian church, especially the Pentecostal, Charismatic, and Neo-Pentecostal churches are seeing the importance of publicly practising exorcism. It is common …
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A critical study of contemporary practice of Ulululation (ukukikiza) and its current values among the Zulus
… by women who act like they are possessed by evil spirits. People who do not come from ululating cultures do not understand ululation. They see nothing but disruption when people ululate. Hence white priests in churches discouraged it. The reason was that they thought it to be chaotic.
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Spirits and the Proclamation of Christ: 1 Peter 3:18-22 in Its Tradition-Historical and Literary Context
… records Christ’s proclamation to the “imprisoned spirits.” Interpreting this passage has challenged even the most competent exegetes. Earliest interpretations understood these imprisoned spirits as the souls of humans to whom Christ preached during his “harrowing of Hades” between his death and …
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The role of animals in Russian folk tales
… a benevolent force is often seen in the dragon, evil and fearsome in Western folklore. There is, however, another side to the respect for animals shown in these stories--the awe of what animals could do to man as well as for him. They are sometimes shown as evil spirits or heralds of evil. The …
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Developing an Awareness of the Demonic in Biblical Counseling, in Conversation With William Perkins
… awareness of direct and mediated influence from evil spirits in the present epoch of the church, engaging in synthesis with later Puritan advancements and expansions of his thought, and moving onward to pastoral application, this dissertation demonstrates the historic practical theology of a …
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Perspectives on Wetlands’ Cultural Ecosystem Services and Indigenous Wetland Management Practices in the Limpopo Province, South Africa.
… ecosystems where the gods, ancestors, and water spirits reside, the place of worship and performance of rituals; (3) wetlands are holy with supernatural powers for healing and to drive away evil spirits, bad luck, and witchcraft; (4) traditional leaders are the key stakeholders in the management …
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A Christian perspective of the world of spirits : a trans-ethnic examination
… of God, they already stand in opposition to the evil spiritual forces that make up part of the spirit world. Believers are cautioned by Scripture (Ephesians 6:11) not to live in ignorance of the spirit world. Man's obedience to God will mean blessing and hope while disobedience will spell sorrow …
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Angels and Sub-Divine Supernatural Beings: Their Characteristics, Function, and Relationship to God and Humanity in Deuteronomy-Kings
… beings, including angels, cherubim, and spirits, providing a fuller picture of the supernatural world. The angelic messengers and evil spirits found in the books of Samuel bear strong similarities to those in the New Testament. The books of Kings present a full pre-exilic picture of the …
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Factors associated with stillbirth and assessment of maternal health awareness among residents of northern Ghana
… perceived some stillbirths are caused by evil spirits. Healthcare workers perceived their responsibilities included routine prenatal, antenatal and postnatal care, with many facilities reporting incapacity of handling severe maternal health conditions. In conclusion, risk factors for …
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The impact of American missionaries on the Bura people of Nigeria
… lived in a fearful world of threatening evil spirits in which a distant Deity and lesser gods nearby required constant appeasement. The Christian idea of a loving Father presents a very different viewpoint.Positive benefits to the Buras include a written language which has helped to unify …
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Cultural Beliefs and Practices Influencing the Health Seeking Behaviour of Women During Pregnancy in Ota, Southwest Nigeria
… maternity service providers for protection from evil spirits. According to their individual beliefs, women will seek care from a range of maternity service providers to ensure they have a safe childbirth, where mother and child are alive and healthy. This study contributes to the body of …
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Culturally Congruent Interventions for People Living with Epilepsy in Selected Rural Communities of Limpopo and Mpumalanga Provinces
… regarding the causes of epilepsy included evil spirits, demonic possession, difficulty breathing, and foam in the lungs. Traditional and faith-based management involved prayer, fasting, and consuming fresh milk and weak tea. However, no scientific evidence regarding this traditional …