Papers by VEDA'S JOURNAL OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE [JOELL]
VEDA PUBLICATIONS, 2025
This study was carried out to investigate emotional intelligence indicators as correlate of exami... more This study was carried out to investigate emotional intelligence indicators as correlate of examination cheating tendencies among students in tertiary institutions in Akwa Ibom state. Two research questions and two null hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. The correlational research design was used for the study. The population of the study compounded all the 9,809 first year students in the University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State in 2022/2023 academic session. A sample of 384 students determined using Taro Yamene formula was used for the study. Simple random technique was adopted for sample selection. The instrument used for data collection was a questionnaire developed by the researchers titled Emotional Intelligence Indicators and Examination Cheating Tendencies Questionnaire (EIIECTQ). Three experts in Measurement and Evaluation University of Uyo Akwa Ibom State validated the instrument. The reliability coefficient of the instrument determined using Cronbach alpha statistics was of 0.87. Data collected was analyzed using Pearson product Moment Correlation (PPMC) statistic at 0.05 level of significance. All the null hypotheses were rejected. The findings of the study revealed that there is a significant relationship between self-regulation, self-awareness and examination cheating tendencies among students in tertiary institutions in Akwa Ibom State. Recommendations were made among others that School management should organize workshop for students on self-regulation development since it could help reduces their examination cheating tendencies.
VEDA PUBLICATIONS, 2024
The Bluest Eye (1970) is an eye-opening novel that deals with the tremendous oppression of Africa... more The Bluest Eye (1970) is an eye-opening novel that deals with the tremendous oppression of African-Americans. Toni Morrison brings out the conception that the appetence of having white skin devours the African-Americans and their self-esteem gradually becomes self-loathing. The illusions of white beauty and the politics of color are compatible. The keenness of having white skin originates from being a victim of the politics of color. Morrison traces Pecola, the protagonist of this novel, as the scapegoat of an inter-racial society. Her extreme struggle because of having a dark complexion ultimately drives her to be an insane psyche. All the individuals also endure the agitations and agony of the racial society. Pauline Breedlove, Cholly Breedlove, Geraldine, Frieda MacTeer and Claudia MacTeer-all of them become the victim of racism along with Pecola. This paper particularly focuses on the reprimand of the African-Americans for being black and their eagerness of having white skin for escaping those social stigmas in The Bluest Eye. The prejudice against western standards of beauty as well as the illusions of white beauty and its effects on the lives of African-Americans are thoroughly depicted here.
VEDA PUBLICATIONS, 2023
This study talks about the importance of learning better writing skills and the challenges faced ... more This study talks about the importance of learning better writing skills and the challenges faced by English students at Samtah College, Jizan University. It discusses the main reasons behind the problems and gives a few remedies to the students, if they want to write in English successfully and want to promote their communicative competence. Writing is one of the very important communicative skills, there is no doubt that it is a very complex process. The difficulties faced by the students in mastering this skill are discussed in this article. If students are not able to write well it could lead to a major drawback in their performance in college as well as in their career after completing their education. They have to learn the art of error-free writing to excel at academic and professional levels. This study is learner-centered in which the problems faced by students, the reasons behind them, and their solutions are discussed. Writing is not just a talent that is the exclusive domain of those good at English. It is a skill, which can be taught, practised, and mastered like any other skill.
Biblical Studies Journal
Hate speech is a global threat. History has witnessed a widespread massacre in many countries as ... more Hate speech is a global threat. History has witnessed a widespread massacre in many countries as an outcome of hate speech and India is no exception. The climate of hate that has engulfed the current Indian government (Bharatiya Janata Party) is expressed time and again in the form of a speech by the people in power leading to a nationwide breach of peace. India being a home to multi-culture, ethnic, linguistic and religious groups, the tone and tenor of words used by those in power, has flared large scale of violence in many instances. The aim of the paper is three fold. Besides exploring the global understanding of hate speech and anti-Christian rhetoric, the paper highlights hate speech that has caused the kandamal genocide (2008) destroying and devastating the lives of the marginalized Christian community and to promote a transformational leadership approach to develop people of influence with values, dignity and respect for human life.
Biblical Studies Journal
This article introduces some of the themes and structural dynamics of the Fourth Gospel in closer... more This article introduces some of the themes and structural dynamics of the Fourth Gospel in closer integration with the religio-cultural aspects of the South Asian context. As John’s Gospel has the potential to appeal to and accommodate the spirituality of South Asia, a re-reading of the Gospel is possible through the means of a crosspollination of ideas. The four major parts of the Gospel, i.e., the Prologue, the Book of Signs, the Book of Glory, and the Epilogue, demonstrate several cultural and ideological parallels with that of the South Asian realities. A reading that encourages religio-cultural sensitivity can be a required formative factor in the process of interpreting the Fourth Gospel. Some of the key aspects of the Gospel such as the theme of discipleship, the sign language, the “I AM” Sayings, the characters and the characterization, mystical expressions, and dualistic tendencies can be dynamically interlocked within the South Asian ideological and cultural aspects. The u...
VEDA PUBLICATIONS, 2022
The 70 weeks prophecy is among the most complicated biblical texts,
but which many think are simp... more The 70 weeks prophecy is among the most complicated biblical texts,
but which many think are simple. This fact is undeniable because it is
among the most widely researched, variously interpreted, and
intensely debated biblical texts. Exegetical method is adopted for the
best interpretation of the context of the Bible for appropriate and
adequate meaning. The most widely accepted interpretation is its
relation to the first advent of our savior Jesus Christ. The current
study debunks this popular view by bringing in a completely new but
scholarly and historically supported interpretation linking
the prophecy to Zerubbabel, Onias III and Antiochus (IV) Epiphanes.
The current study exhibits how easy it is to misinterpret biblical texts
if not examined carefully. The study suggests adequate and
appropriate interpretations to passages of the Holy Bible as they can
influence human eternal destination.
VEDA PUBLICATIONS, 2022
While the Pauline epistles demonstrate a more cooperative and
symbiotic relationship between the ... more While the Pauline epistles demonstrate a more cooperative and
symbiotic relationship between the original itinerant and
charismatic form of leadership, the pastorals are rather unique
situation where there is an emerging and sedate pedestrian
leadership. The pastorals, therefore, represent an emerging
institutionalization and as such, an emergent shift. Consequently,
it provides various helpful patterns of leadership succession in the
light of which one may be afforded a framework by which to
understand and appraise succession issues in the Indian church
scenario. The research divulges five broad principles of
succession: 1) Pro-active letting go and identification of
successor, 2) Equipping, 3) Empowering, 4) Trusting amid
responsibility and 5) Value-based leadership.
VEDA PUBLICATIONS, 2022
The task of profiling learning environment threats and management of security information within ... more The task of profiling learning environment threats and management of security information within school is highly imperative. This paper examined different forms of threats around school and the challenges they posed. Furthermore, the sources of security information were discussed so as to enhance better learning environment that could prevent students, staff from been exposed to kidnapping, banditry, frequent attacks, bombing and other threats. The paper identified the active roles of security agencies in prevention and response to school threats. Also, the roles of professional counsellors in the 21 st century with respect to contending security issues associated with schools were discussed. The paper recommended that security counselling and prerequisite training of school counsellors will enhance counselling profession in the 21 st century. Also, the creation of security council at every level to include professional counsellors that interact with the students, staff, community members on daily basis are resourceful and dependable in security cycle.
VEDA PUBLICATIONS, 2022
Hate speech is a global threat. History has witnessed a widespread
massacre in many countries as ... more Hate speech is a global threat. History has witnessed a widespread
massacre in many countries as an outcome of hate speech and India is
no exception. The climate of hate that has engulfed the current
Indian government (Bharatiya Janata Party) is expressed time and
again in the form of a speech by the people in power leading to a
nationwide breach of peace. India being a home to multi-culture,
ethnic, linguistic and religious groups, the tone and tenor of words
used by those in power, has flared large scale of violence in many
instances. The aim of the paper is three fold. Besides exploring the
global understanding of hate speech and anti-Christian rhetoric, the
paper highlights hate speech that has caused the kandamal genocide
(2008) destroying and devastating the lives of the marginalized
Christian community and to promote a transformational leadership
approach to develop people of influence with values, dignity and
respect for human life.
VEDA PUBLICATIONS, 2022
Communication plays a major role in the academic and professional growth of students with hearing... more Communication plays a major role in the academic and professional growth of students with hearing impairment pursuing a Diploma and Engineering Education. Students with special needs have to exhibit good communication skills to achieve success in their careers. Written communication plays a major role in boosting the communication capabilities of students with hearing impairment since written communication is a common and popular form of communication in the professional environment. To inculcate good communication skills and strong subject knowledge, it is essential to use & adopt good teachinglearning practices to teach students with hearing impairment. The present paper introduces a new technique of teaching based on a keyword-based concept. In this approach, the teacher prepares a list of keywords from the chapter/ subject to be taught. The next step is to define, describe, and make a visual interpretation of the listed keyword. The sign representation of the keyword is essentially based on conceptoriented sign language derivation. The effectiveness of this method depends on the list of keywords being prepared or extracted from the subject. The list should be prepared in such a manner that it should highlight the concept of the subject effectively.
VEDA PUBLICATIONS , 2022
This study investigated examination malpractices by students in Universities. The purpose was to ... more This study investigated examination malpractices by students in Universities. The purpose was to examine the relationship between ethical conduct and students' examination performance and explore the challenges university students face during examinations. The study was conducted in Kisii County using a descriptive survey design within the qualitative and quantitative paradigms. It involved 270 students out of the 4,222 third year university students in 8 Universities. Simple random sampling technique was employed in coming up with the sample. A questionnaire was utilised to elicit data from the respondents. The instrument's validity was established by two experts who assured of its content validity and the usefulness of the scale employed in measuring data. The reliability of the instrument was assessed by employing a testre-test approach in which the coefficient of correlation was computed. The instrument yielded a Cronbach Alpha of 0.83 and therefore was deemed reliable enough to be employed in data collection. Research data was analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The study found that sometimes students do not have the correct perception of what constitutes examination malpractices and that institution administrators have done little to fight the vice. The study also found out that peer influence, a desire to excel, academic overload and the teaching environment were the leading factors responsible for examination malpractices among University students. Other equally important determinants include use of technology and procrastination. The study recommends that institution should formulate a code of conduct to be observed by every person involved in the management and practice of examinations.
VEDA PUBLICATIONS BSJ, 2022
The dynamism that has accompanied contemporary scholarship has
opened up several writers’ approac... more The dynamism that has accompanied contemporary scholarship has
opened up several writers’ approach in contextualizing the biblical
text, in a way that makes it look relevant to the present age and useful
in proffering solution to problems; both in the present and for the
future. It is in view of this that the biblical text of 1 Kings 12:1-5 will
be examined in this article, looking at the request of the Israelites for
a redress of grievances at Shechem during the reign of Rehoboam and
comparing it with the agitations of the Indigenous People of Biafra.
The article also provided practicable recommendations which would
be useful for the Nigerian government in tackling the challenges
posed at them by the IPOB dilemma.
VEDA PUBLICATIONS, 2022
To validate his messianic mission and the coming of God's kingdom, Jesus performed "wonders and s... more To validate his messianic mission and the coming of God's kingdom, Jesus performed "wonders and signs" that were directed at and closely related to the call to faith. This paper attempted to account for Jesus' miracles and their significance in raising Christians' faith today, as mentioned by various prophets in the Old Testament. The survey was carried out based on a critical analysis of some of the miracles performed by Jesus Christ while He was on earth. The study focused on two healing miracles, the first controlling nature, and the other one demonstrating power against demons or evil spirits from men by categorizing his miracles. Six miracles were chosen and analyzed to help people understand the meaning and significance of those miracles in Jesus' time and today. This survey focused on the miracles of Jesus Christ as recorded in the New Testament. All of Jesus' miracles revealed to the readers that nothing Jesus Christ did on this earth was done without a purpose or message for either the hearers or the listeners. People around Jesus changed spiritually as a result of his miraculous deeds, as this survey noted. Faith is also an effect of the miracle, because it engenders faith in the souls of those who were its recipients or witnesses. The accounts of Jesus' miracles in the New Testament appear to be historically reliable, though some historians and gentiles continue to
interpret these miracles differently for whatever reason, and they do not
appear to believe the New Testament's account of Jesus' supernatural works. These various miracles demonstrate that Jesus Christ is Lord of all because He has authority over incurable diseases, He can heal without being physically present, He has authority over sins, nature, the supernatural realm, life and death all at the same time, and His deeds were done publicly.
VEDA PUBLICATIONS , 2022
What is the significance of the Tower of Babel narrative in the Bible,
seemingly abruptly inserte... more What is the significance of the Tower of Babel narrative in the Bible,
seemingly abruptly inserted between Noah and Abraham- The two crucial
figures of monotheism? Who led the building of the Tower of Babel, and
what impact did it have on later human society? The Bible has no direct
interpretation, thus making it available for the reader to interpret. Based
on the biblical commentaries and other rabbinical texts related to the
Tower of Babel incident, this article puts forward the argument that the
Tower of Babel is a watershed of human moral civilization and discusses it from the three aspects: the event of Tower of Babel brings two types of
religion bases (Human-based and God-based), brings two philosophical
categories (theocentrism and anthropocentrism), and brings the two
cultural societies (Babel style and Abraham styles), which conducts some
analysis around the theme from three sources that influence the definition
of morality: religious belief, philosophy, and culture.
VEDA PUBLICATIONS, 2022
The present research paper explores that there is a nexus among state, center and capitalists who... more The present research paper explores that there is a nexus among state, center and capitalists who for getting profit from the natural resources always exaggerate the activities of the locals and in the name of maintaining peace and security there and to avert the crime by Naxalites, misuse the funds released for the betterment of that area and its people. They even create problems for easy-going life of people by overusing their resources and disturbing the nature as per their requirements.
VEDA PUBLICATION BSJ, 2022
This article introduces some of the themes and structural dynamics of
the Fourth Gospel in closer... more This article introduces some of the themes and structural dynamics of
the Fourth Gospel in closer integration with the religio-cultural
aspects of the South Asian context. As John’s Gospel has the
potential to appeal to and accommodate the spirituality of South Asia,
a re-reading of the Gospel is possible through the means of a crosspollination of ideas. The four major parts of the Gospel, i.e., the
Prologue, the Book of Signs, the Book of Glory, and the Epilogue,
demonstrate several cultural and ideological parallels with that of the
South Asian realities. A reading that encourages religio-cultural
sensitivity can be a required formative factor in the process of
interpreting the Fourth Gospel. Some of the key aspects of the Gospel
such as the theme of discipleship, the sign language, the “I AM”
Sayings, the characters and the characterization, mystical expressions,
and dualistic tendencies can be dynamically interlocked within the
South Asian ideological and cultural aspects. The universalistic
language of the Gospel can have a special appeal to the common
realities of the South Asian people.
VEDA PUBLICATIONS (BSJ), 2022
Crypto Christianity has emerged as a credible reaction to India's anticonversion legislation. The... more Crypto Christianity has emerged as a credible reaction to India's anticonversion legislation. The question is whether there is a way to be a
Christian in trying situations without publicly expressing one's
loyalty to Christ, writes Shashank Joshi any choose to keep their
formal religious status while privately professing their religion.
Christianity in India has often been alleged of being vindictive or
Christ-less in nature. There is a need for cultural relevance in
Missionaries of Christ in today's Indian missions. A Bible-based
contextual labouring is necessary for the spread of the gospel in India
VEDA PUBLICATIONS, 2022
This paper explores the Hebrew worldview on forgiveness. The paper
explores several terms used in... more This paper explores the Hebrew worldview on forgiveness. The paper
explores several terms used in the Old Testament Scriptures. In
addition, an attempt has been made to dive into Rabbinical
understanding on forgiveness. The aim of the paper is to examine the
values and priorities of the Jewish world in relation to forgiveness
and repentance.
VEDA PULICATIONS (BSJ), 2022
This study analyzes the factors leading to the Jewish uprising against
the Romans in 66-70 CE. Th... more This study analyzes the factors leading to the Jewish uprising against
the Romans in 66-70 CE. The study presupposes that the nexus
between the Romans and the Jewish religious leaders is pivotal in the
Jewish uprising against the Romans. Some of the issues that are taken
into consideration in the study include the socio-economic, religious,
political, and military aspects of the nexus between the Jewish
religious leaders and the Romans. As a corollary to their nexus, the
Romans demanded heavy taxation from the Jews. The high priest
became greedy and often failed to engage in his religious duties.
Therefore, the unhappy masses rose against the Roman rulers and
their associates in 66-70 CE. But one must keep in mind that this
study only serves as a general study on the issues related to the nexus
between the Jewish religious leaders and the Romans. A detailed
study would demand a much longer paper.
VEDA PUBLICATIONS (BSJ), 2022
This article explores the Todas, a pastoral tribe, one of the earliest
tribes who live in the hig... more This article explores the Todas, a pastoral tribe, one of the earliest
tribes who live in the highest peaks (above 2100 meters) of the
Nilgiris, Tamilnadu, South India. The author is a Toda Christian, and
grew up in the Nilgiris, but did not know much about the culture,
tradition, and religion of the Todas and how and when Christianity
came to the Toda community and what impact it had on the culture
and tradition of the Todas. Hence, the author was eager to research on
Toda tribe. This article explores a brief history of the Todas; the Toda
people; the coming of Christianity to the Todas; the motivating
factor/s for the early converts to Christianity; and the impact of
Christianity today on the culture of the Todas. This is an interesting
article to know the complexity of the life of Toda people who appear
simple. Christianity is richer when peoples of diverse cultures and
languages come together to worship.
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Papers by VEDA'S JOURNAL OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE [JOELL]
but which many think are simple. This fact is undeniable because it is
among the most widely researched, variously interpreted, and
intensely debated biblical texts. Exegetical method is adopted for the
best interpretation of the context of the Bible for appropriate and
adequate meaning. The most widely accepted interpretation is its
relation to the first advent of our savior Jesus Christ. The current
study debunks this popular view by bringing in a completely new but
scholarly and historically supported interpretation linking
the prophecy to Zerubbabel, Onias III and Antiochus (IV) Epiphanes.
The current study exhibits how easy it is to misinterpret biblical texts
if not examined carefully. The study suggests adequate and
appropriate interpretations to passages of the Holy Bible as they can
influence human eternal destination.
symbiotic relationship between the original itinerant and
charismatic form of leadership, the pastorals are rather unique
situation where there is an emerging and sedate pedestrian
leadership. The pastorals, therefore, represent an emerging
institutionalization and as such, an emergent shift. Consequently,
it provides various helpful patterns of leadership succession in the
light of which one may be afforded a framework by which to
understand and appraise succession issues in the Indian church
scenario. The research divulges five broad principles of
succession: 1) Pro-active letting go and identification of
successor, 2) Equipping, 3) Empowering, 4) Trusting amid
responsibility and 5) Value-based leadership.
massacre in many countries as an outcome of hate speech and India is
no exception. The climate of hate that has engulfed the current
Indian government (Bharatiya Janata Party) is expressed time and
again in the form of a speech by the people in power leading to a
nationwide breach of peace. India being a home to multi-culture,
ethnic, linguistic and religious groups, the tone and tenor of words
used by those in power, has flared large scale of violence in many
instances. The aim of the paper is three fold. Besides exploring the
global understanding of hate speech and anti-Christian rhetoric, the
paper highlights hate speech that has caused the kandamal genocide
(2008) destroying and devastating the lives of the marginalized
Christian community and to promote a transformational leadership
approach to develop people of influence with values, dignity and
respect for human life.
opened up several writers’ approach in contextualizing the biblical
text, in a way that makes it look relevant to the present age and useful
in proffering solution to problems; both in the present and for the
future. It is in view of this that the biblical text of 1 Kings 12:1-5 will
be examined in this article, looking at the request of the Israelites for
a redress of grievances at Shechem during the reign of Rehoboam and
comparing it with the agitations of the Indigenous People of Biafra.
The article also provided practicable recommendations which would
be useful for the Nigerian government in tackling the challenges
posed at them by the IPOB dilemma.
interpret these miracles differently for whatever reason, and they do not
appear to believe the New Testament's account of Jesus' supernatural works. These various miracles demonstrate that Jesus Christ is Lord of all because He has authority over incurable diseases, He can heal without being physically present, He has authority over sins, nature, the supernatural realm, life and death all at the same time, and His deeds were done publicly.
seemingly abruptly inserted between Noah and Abraham- The two crucial
figures of monotheism? Who led the building of the Tower of Babel, and
what impact did it have on later human society? The Bible has no direct
interpretation, thus making it available for the reader to interpret. Based
on the biblical commentaries and other rabbinical texts related to the
Tower of Babel incident, this article puts forward the argument that the
Tower of Babel is a watershed of human moral civilization and discusses it from the three aspects: the event of Tower of Babel brings two types of
religion bases (Human-based and God-based), brings two philosophical
categories (theocentrism and anthropocentrism), and brings the two
cultural societies (Babel style and Abraham styles), which conducts some
analysis around the theme from three sources that influence the definition
of morality: religious belief, philosophy, and culture.
the Fourth Gospel in closer integration with the religio-cultural
aspects of the South Asian context. As John’s Gospel has the
potential to appeal to and accommodate the spirituality of South Asia,
a re-reading of the Gospel is possible through the means of a crosspollination of ideas. The four major parts of the Gospel, i.e., the
Prologue, the Book of Signs, the Book of Glory, and the Epilogue,
demonstrate several cultural and ideological parallels with that of the
South Asian realities. A reading that encourages religio-cultural
sensitivity can be a required formative factor in the process of
interpreting the Fourth Gospel. Some of the key aspects of the Gospel
such as the theme of discipleship, the sign language, the “I AM”
Sayings, the characters and the characterization, mystical expressions,
and dualistic tendencies can be dynamically interlocked within the
South Asian ideological and cultural aspects. The universalistic
language of the Gospel can have a special appeal to the common
realities of the South Asian people.
Christian in trying situations without publicly expressing one's
loyalty to Christ, writes Shashank Joshi any choose to keep their
formal religious status while privately professing their religion.
Christianity in India has often been alleged of being vindictive or
Christ-less in nature. There is a need for cultural relevance in
Missionaries of Christ in today's Indian missions. A Bible-based
contextual labouring is necessary for the spread of the gospel in India
explores several terms used in the Old Testament Scriptures. In
addition, an attempt has been made to dive into Rabbinical
understanding on forgiveness. The aim of the paper is to examine the
values and priorities of the Jewish world in relation to forgiveness
and repentance.
the Romans in 66-70 CE. The study presupposes that the nexus
between the Romans and the Jewish religious leaders is pivotal in the
Jewish uprising against the Romans. Some of the issues that are taken
into consideration in the study include the socio-economic, religious,
political, and military aspects of the nexus between the Jewish
religious leaders and the Romans. As a corollary to their nexus, the
Romans demanded heavy taxation from the Jews. The high priest
became greedy and often failed to engage in his religious duties.
Therefore, the unhappy masses rose against the Roman rulers and
their associates in 66-70 CE. But one must keep in mind that this
study only serves as a general study on the issues related to the nexus
between the Jewish religious leaders and the Romans. A detailed
study would demand a much longer paper.
tribes who live in the highest peaks (above 2100 meters) of the
Nilgiris, Tamilnadu, South India. The author is a Toda Christian, and
grew up in the Nilgiris, but did not know much about the culture,
tradition, and religion of the Todas and how and when Christianity
came to the Toda community and what impact it had on the culture
and tradition of the Todas. Hence, the author was eager to research on
Toda tribe. This article explores a brief history of the Todas; the Toda
people; the coming of Christianity to the Todas; the motivating
factor/s for the early converts to Christianity; and the impact of
Christianity today on the culture of the Todas. This is an interesting
article to know the complexity of the life of Toda people who appear
simple. Christianity is richer when peoples of diverse cultures and
languages come together to worship.
but which many think are simple. This fact is undeniable because it is
among the most widely researched, variously interpreted, and
intensely debated biblical texts. Exegetical method is adopted for the
best interpretation of the context of the Bible for appropriate and
adequate meaning. The most widely accepted interpretation is its
relation to the first advent of our savior Jesus Christ. The current
study debunks this popular view by bringing in a completely new but
scholarly and historically supported interpretation linking
the prophecy to Zerubbabel, Onias III and Antiochus (IV) Epiphanes.
The current study exhibits how easy it is to misinterpret biblical texts
if not examined carefully. The study suggests adequate and
appropriate interpretations to passages of the Holy Bible as they can
influence human eternal destination.
symbiotic relationship between the original itinerant and
charismatic form of leadership, the pastorals are rather unique
situation where there is an emerging and sedate pedestrian
leadership. The pastorals, therefore, represent an emerging
institutionalization and as such, an emergent shift. Consequently,
it provides various helpful patterns of leadership succession in the
light of which one may be afforded a framework by which to
understand and appraise succession issues in the Indian church
scenario. The research divulges five broad principles of
succession: 1) Pro-active letting go and identification of
successor, 2) Equipping, 3) Empowering, 4) Trusting amid
responsibility and 5) Value-based leadership.
massacre in many countries as an outcome of hate speech and India is
no exception. The climate of hate that has engulfed the current
Indian government (Bharatiya Janata Party) is expressed time and
again in the form of a speech by the people in power leading to a
nationwide breach of peace. India being a home to multi-culture,
ethnic, linguistic and religious groups, the tone and tenor of words
used by those in power, has flared large scale of violence in many
instances. The aim of the paper is three fold. Besides exploring the
global understanding of hate speech and anti-Christian rhetoric, the
paper highlights hate speech that has caused the kandamal genocide
(2008) destroying and devastating the lives of the marginalized
Christian community and to promote a transformational leadership
approach to develop people of influence with values, dignity and
respect for human life.
opened up several writers’ approach in contextualizing the biblical
text, in a way that makes it look relevant to the present age and useful
in proffering solution to problems; both in the present and for the
future. It is in view of this that the biblical text of 1 Kings 12:1-5 will
be examined in this article, looking at the request of the Israelites for
a redress of grievances at Shechem during the reign of Rehoboam and
comparing it with the agitations of the Indigenous People of Biafra.
The article also provided practicable recommendations which would
be useful for the Nigerian government in tackling the challenges
posed at them by the IPOB dilemma.
interpret these miracles differently for whatever reason, and they do not
appear to believe the New Testament's account of Jesus' supernatural works. These various miracles demonstrate that Jesus Christ is Lord of all because He has authority over incurable diseases, He can heal without being physically present, He has authority over sins, nature, the supernatural realm, life and death all at the same time, and His deeds were done publicly.
seemingly abruptly inserted between Noah and Abraham- The two crucial
figures of monotheism? Who led the building of the Tower of Babel, and
what impact did it have on later human society? The Bible has no direct
interpretation, thus making it available for the reader to interpret. Based
on the biblical commentaries and other rabbinical texts related to the
Tower of Babel incident, this article puts forward the argument that the
Tower of Babel is a watershed of human moral civilization and discusses it from the three aspects: the event of Tower of Babel brings two types of
religion bases (Human-based and God-based), brings two philosophical
categories (theocentrism and anthropocentrism), and brings the two
cultural societies (Babel style and Abraham styles), which conducts some
analysis around the theme from three sources that influence the definition
of morality: religious belief, philosophy, and culture.
the Fourth Gospel in closer integration with the religio-cultural
aspects of the South Asian context. As John’s Gospel has the
potential to appeal to and accommodate the spirituality of South Asia,
a re-reading of the Gospel is possible through the means of a crosspollination of ideas. The four major parts of the Gospel, i.e., the
Prologue, the Book of Signs, the Book of Glory, and the Epilogue,
demonstrate several cultural and ideological parallels with that of the
South Asian realities. A reading that encourages religio-cultural
sensitivity can be a required formative factor in the process of
interpreting the Fourth Gospel. Some of the key aspects of the Gospel
such as the theme of discipleship, the sign language, the “I AM”
Sayings, the characters and the characterization, mystical expressions,
and dualistic tendencies can be dynamically interlocked within the
South Asian ideological and cultural aspects. The universalistic
language of the Gospel can have a special appeal to the common
realities of the South Asian people.
Christian in trying situations without publicly expressing one's
loyalty to Christ, writes Shashank Joshi any choose to keep their
formal religious status while privately professing their religion.
Christianity in India has often been alleged of being vindictive or
Christ-less in nature. There is a need for cultural relevance in
Missionaries of Christ in today's Indian missions. A Bible-based
contextual labouring is necessary for the spread of the gospel in India
explores several terms used in the Old Testament Scriptures. In
addition, an attempt has been made to dive into Rabbinical
understanding on forgiveness. The aim of the paper is to examine the
values and priorities of the Jewish world in relation to forgiveness
and repentance.
the Romans in 66-70 CE. The study presupposes that the nexus
between the Romans and the Jewish religious leaders is pivotal in the
Jewish uprising against the Romans. Some of the issues that are taken
into consideration in the study include the socio-economic, religious,
political, and military aspects of the nexus between the Jewish
religious leaders and the Romans. As a corollary to their nexus, the
Romans demanded heavy taxation from the Jews. The high priest
became greedy and often failed to engage in his religious duties.
Therefore, the unhappy masses rose against the Roman rulers and
their associates in 66-70 CE. But one must keep in mind that this
study only serves as a general study on the issues related to the nexus
between the Jewish religious leaders and the Romans. A detailed
study would demand a much longer paper.
tribes who live in the highest peaks (above 2100 meters) of the
Nilgiris, Tamilnadu, South India. The author is a Toda Christian, and
grew up in the Nilgiris, but did not know much about the culture,
tradition, and religion of the Todas and how and when Christianity
came to the Toda community and what impact it had on the culture
and tradition of the Todas. Hence, the author was eager to research on
Toda tribe. This article explores a brief history of the Todas; the Toda
people; the coming of Christianity to the Todas; the motivating
factor/s for the early converts to Christianity; and the impact of
Christianity today on the culture of the Todas. This is an interesting
article to know the complexity of the life of Toda people who appear
simple. Christianity is richer when peoples of diverse cultures and
languages come together to worship.