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The Faculty of Theology of the University of Zululand: its contribution to vocational training, research and publication and spiritual support

Kitshoff, Michiel Casparus (University of Zululand, 2000)

The thesis commences by describing the establishment of ethnic university colleges, including the University College of Zululand, during 1959. In more detail the establishment of a department of Theological Studies in 1964, ...

An investigation into applicability of second temple period Jewesh Hermeneutical Methodologies to the interpretation of popular eschatology

Haug, Nils Arne (University of Zululand, 2003)

This study endeavours to ascertain whether or not eschatological scenarios propounded by certain writers of highly influential and popular "end-time" texts are biblically sustainable, according to the hermeneutical methods ...

An examination of the cultural and ethnic implications of discipling african christians in the Evangelical Church in South Africa

Pillay, Vernon Nicholas (University of Zululand, 2003)

The purpose of Christ's death on the cross is to bring peace between God and man (Ephesians 2:14 paraphrased). The cross forms the basis of reconciliation between God and man. As a result, God desires his children live in ...

Local church members in service of the church

Ngcobo, Simon (1996)

This study examines the decline of the quality of Christian life and suggests religious education as the answer to the problem. Religious education will be an effective method for the improvement of Christian life. Key ...

Tithes and offerings in the South African context: the bible and reality

van Rensburg, David Reuben (2002)

No in-depth study has ever been undertaken with respect to the practice adopted by urban, middle-class, South African Christians in response to the Biblical approach to giving to God's work. This study surveys and interrogates ...

A healing community for Catholic Clergy : an holistic model for community intervention

Dale, Anne (2003)

"To penetrate the mysteries, to bless with good conscience, to be great yet empty, to return to stillness and be forgiven, to do good deeds and help people reach the other shore — these are the great benefits of our path ...

The pastoral and practical principles on which the churches in the New Testament were based

Bosch, Anton (2005)

The New Testament does contain sufficient information in order that we may arrive at a reasonably clear understanding of the principles upon which the churches of the New Testament were based. The Scriptures do not give ...

An examination of narrative approach in homiletics training in theological institutions in the Pietermaritzburg area (KwaZulu- Natal)

Queripel, Robert Stitson (2005)

A narrative approach in homiletics courses has been more or less neglected in five theological training institutions in the Pietermaritzburg area of KwaZulu-Natal. That this approach would be beneficial in the training of ...

An investigation into spiritual formation programmes at selected Theological Institutions in Kwa-Zulu Natal

Naidoo, Marilyn (2005)

This research is an investigation into spiritual formation programmes available at different theological institutions in Kwa-Zulu Natal with the aim of finding out how spiritual formation is being intentionally or specifically ...

A theopolitical study concerning the interrelation between the Government of National Unity and religion in post-apartheid South Africa (1988-1999) with specific reference to the Dutch Reformed Church and the Anglican Church

Muller, Marlene (2008)

The year 2004 marked South Africa's celebration of ten years of democracy as encapsulated by guaranteeing a better life for all. The gap between the rich and the poor as well as moral degradation challenges the euphoria ...

Re-contextualisation of the Lukan Oikos : a social scientific approach

Chetty, Irvin (2002)

The thesis of this study is that the concept of the church as oikost as found in. Luke-Acts provides principles to inspire the church to meet some present challenges- The concepts of church and family in the Gospel of Luke ...

Conflict or co-operation : an examination of the South African Constitution and the church

Dlamini, Charles Robinson Mandlenkosi (2003)

The purpose this thesis is an examination of the impact of the current South African Constitution on the church. The question is whether there is conflict or co-operation between certain provisions of the Constitution and ...

The role of the Christian church in South African society : with scriptural focus on the care of widows and orphans

Campbell, Geoffrey (2004)

A literary critique is offered on the publication "Theology in a New Key: Responding to Liberation Themes", by Robert M. Brown. His view of Christian ministry differs fundamentally from the documented ministry of the early ...

An examination of the Biblical role of women in contemporary church life

Rees, Sharon (2003)

This dissertation focusses on the biblical role of women in the contemporary church, taking into account God's original plan and purpose for women in Genesis 1 and 2, the changes which occurred as a result of the Fall in ...

A new creation in Christ

Reddy, Randlee (2005)

The title "A New Creation in Christ" served as the basis for the examination of the definitive theological and Biblical concepts of the doctrines of creation, humanity, sin and salvation. It integrated the foci of these ...

A quest for historical traditions of the Apostle Paul in Nonpauline sources

Comninos, Raoul (2003)

Two assumptions shape modem Pauline studies. They are that the Apostle Paul -wrote letters, and that his theology can be reconstructed from these letters. The problem is that one cannot decide which of the letters is ...

Household livelihood: the church's coping strategies against the impact of HIV and AIDS on the female-headed households in the KwaDlangezwa Area

Maduka, C.J. (2006)

The research concerns the role the Church can play in mitigating the impact of HiV and AIDS on the female-headed households in KwaDalngezwa. This is considered through the use of livelihood activities. The first chapter ...

Holiness and humanism: a comparative-religions commentary on book 2 of Cicero’s laws, with special reference to Confucianism and Chinese thought

Weaver-Hudson, John (2008)

After a brief introduction, a new translation of De Legibus II, and prolegomenal remarks, the commentary discusses in Cicero's sequence: how place connects to ancient times and traditions (4), God's Law and his judgment ...

An investigation into the values necessary for the African Renaissance in South Africa with special reference to the learners in Empangeni District

Shwala, Bhekani Goodman (2006)

This study aims to explore various strategies that address the decline in moral values in South Africa and also find solutions that shall enhance African Renaissance. A number of solutions will be explored to promote a ...

A Christian perspective of the world of spirits : a trans-ethnic examination

Pillay, Vernon Nicholas (2006)

The existence of a ' spirit world' is acknowledged by many world religions such as Christianity, Hinduism and African Traditional Religion. Of particular interest to religionists is the personal and corporate response to ...

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