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| albert schweitzer essential writings: Albert Schweitzer Albert Schweitzer, 2005 Selected writings of Albert Scweitzer, the nobel Peace Prize winner, ordained pastor, musician and expert on Bach, and author of a seminal work on Jesus. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Answering the Call Ken Gire, 2013-03-18 A Christian author’s inspiring biography of the Nobel Peace Prize–winning theologian and physician who built a hospital in French Equatorial Africa. As a young man, Albert Schweitzer seemed destined for greatness. His immense talent and fortitude drove him to become one of twentieth century Europe’s most renowned philosophers, theologians, and musicians. Yet Schweitzer shocked his contemporaries by forsaking worldly success and embarking on an epic journey into the wilds of French Equatorial Africa, vowing to serve as a lifelong physician to “the least of these” in a land rife with famine, sickness, and superstition. Schweitzer was honored with a Nobel Peace Prize in 1952. His legacy endures in the thriving African hospital community that began in a chicken coop, the millions who have drawn inspiration from his example, and the timeless wisdom and compassion of his writings. In this vividly narrated biography, Ken Gire sheds new light on Schweitzer’s faith-in-action ethic and his commitment to honor God by celebrating the sacredness of all life. |
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| albert schweitzer essential writings: Essential Writings Gustavo Gutiérrez, Part of The Making of Modern Theology series, this thorough introduction includes, in one volume, the whole range of Gutierrez's thought--biblical, theological, methodological, and historical. This work also features a select bibliography of works by and on Gutierrez. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Essential Writings Gustavo Gutirrez, James B. Nickoloff, 1996 Drawing from all of his many published books, as well as little-known essays and several pieces translated specially for this volume, Gustavo Gutierrez: Essential Writings provides an overview and an entry into the mind of a great modern Christian thinker. Twenty-five years after the publication of his classic work A Theology of Liberation, this anthology offers a comprehensive view of the work of this Peruvian priest and theologian. Gutierrez has permanently altered the modern theological landscape, challenging all theologians and the world church to hear the gospel message from the underside of history, from the perspective of the poor and oppressed.--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Advice to the Young Physician Richard Colgan, 2009-09-19 Advice to the Young Physician introduces the origins of important teachings that form the basis of medicine as it has been taught by some of history's greatest educators in medicine. Advice to the Young Physician reveals how to make the transition from technician to healer. This book reinforces the humanistic side of patient care, which is often overshadowed by the focus on highly technological elements. Medical students, residents, fellows, physicians, and allied health practitioners often forget the intricacies of the genomic makeup of adenoviruses, yet they remember the tips, anecdotes and aphorisms related by mentors, educators, and experienced physicians. The art of medicine comes from insights gained from unique and dynamic experiences between the physician, an enthusiastic medical student and the human patient, and is rarely found in books or taught in a universal and systematic way. Advice to the Young Physician provides numerous examples of best practices in order to internalize and practice the art of medicine, including tenets taught by Hippocrates, Maimonides, Osler, Peabody, Schweitzer and others. Advice to the Young Physician targets aspiring and new physicians with the intent to make them better physicians. It hits the mark. An effective mix of the writings of some of medicine's giants, as well as clinical experiences of the author, the book offers an historical framework and personal context to understand the attributes and attitudes of the good physician. It is a quick read that rewards the reader with a sampling of 4000 years of medical wisdom sprinkled with practical advice for the modern day doctor. --Richard G. Roberts, MD, JD, Professor of Family Medicine, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, President World Organization of Family Doctors, Past President American Academy of Family Physicians This is a small book and easy to read. It comprises several inspiring sketches of ancient and modern physicians whose reputations were based as much on their dedication to the humanism of medicine as it was to the science of medicine. Those who teach medical students and residents will find it a good source of medical history that, besides being important in itself, will add a new dimension and a little lightness to morning rounds. The author makes it clear that in our era of high technology it is easy to underestimate the importance of uniting humanism with science in caring for the sick. He also provides some practical information on such topics as how to present a case to attending physicians and how to communicate well with patients. The ancient physicians that history remembers were not only astute observers of signs and symptoms but also were deeply concerned about the psychological health of their patients and how disturbances in their emotional health often manifested in physical symptoms. Colgan starts with Hippocrates and Maimonides whose names many young physicians are familiar with. The former for the aphorism “first do no harm” and the latter for being one of the first to call medicine a “vocation” and a “calling.” The following “greats” are included in the book: Dr Albert Schweitzer whose “reverence for life” led him to his missionary medical work in Africa. He wrote Out of My Life and Thought and received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1952. Sir William Osler (1849–1919), known to some as the father of internal medicine, was a respected physician and teacher. He was the author of the Principles and Practice of Medicine, used for decades as the bible of medicine. But his fame rested equally on his dedication as a mentor to young physicians. He often gave graduation addresses to medical students reminding them to maintain a life-long interest in continuous learning and to treat the whole patient not just the disease. Francis Weld Peabody (1881–1927) a teacher at Harvard who had written a book The Care of the Patient in which he discussed how older practitioners often complained that younger doctors’ mindsets were so often over-concerned with testing that they sometimes forgot about how to take care of the whole patient. Dr. Theodore E. Woodward (1914–2005) who was famous for his dedication to patients. Once during a snowstorm he hitched a ride on a snowplow to see his patients at the hospital. He is responsible for the epigram “when you hear hoof beats think of horses not zebras.” Dr Edmund Pellegrino, respected for his studies in bioethics. His interest in protecting the sanctity of the doctor-patient relationship has particular importance in our current era when it seems that the art of medicine seems to be overshadowed by the business of medicine. He discusses this in his essay “The Commodification of Medical and Health Care.” Dr. Paul Farmer also is deeply concerned with the ethical ramifications of the commercialization that is overtaking the health system. He is devoted to improving public health on a worldwide scale. The author finishes up with some practical tips such as how to take a good history and how to avoid malpractice suits. He mentions the importance of finding a reasonable balance between our personal and professional lives. To offset the pressures that are sure to arise in caring for patients he reminds us as, Osler said, to look for the “poetry in life,” meaning to really try and understand the human side of the patients we treat. Throughout the book Colgan refers to doctors as “healers.” He suggests that healers are those who rise above the merely technical aspects of their craft and connect with patients in a special way—a way that respects their uniqueness and their human nature. It’s hard to describe in scientific terms what a healer is. As the author points out, most doctors know them when they see them. Edward J. Volpintesta, MD Bethe |
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| albert schweitzer essential writings: Albert Schweitzer's Ethical Vision A Sourcebook Predrag Cicovacki, 2009-02-02 The philosophy of Albert Schweitzer has proved widely influential in modern thinking, especially in the field of ethics. His leading ethical idea can be summarized in the phrase reverence for life - namely, that good consists in maintaining and perfecting life, and evil consists in destroying and obstructing life. For Schweitzer, all life is sacred. Ethics thus deals with human attitudes and behavior toward all living beings. Unlike many moral philosophers, Schweitzer argues that knowledge of human nature does not provide a sufficient foundation for any adequate moral theory. That is why he bases his ethics on much broader foundations, articulated in his philosophy of civilization and the philosophy of religion. Schweitzer argues that the material aspect of our civilization has become far more important than its spiritual counterpart. Even organized religion has put itself in the service of politics and economy, thereby losing its vitality and moral authority. Schweitzer's ethics of reverence for life, argues Predrag Cicovacki, offers a viable alternative at a time when traditional ethical theories are found inadequate. Schweitzer's robust and un-dogmatic idealism may offer the best antidote to the prevailing relativism and nihilism of the postmodern epoch. His ethical vision directs us toward a new way of building a more just and more peaceful world. Collecting sixteen of Schweitzer's most effective essays, this volume serves as a compelling introduction to this remarkable thinker and humanist. |
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| albert schweitzer essential writings: The Restoration of Albert Schweitzer's Ethical Vision Predrag Cicovacki, 2012-04-26 In 1913, Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) left his internationally renowned career as a theologian, philosopher, and organ player to open a hospital in the jungles of Africa. There he developed in theory and practice his ethics of reverence for life. When he published his most important philosophical work, The Philosophy of Civilization, few people were serious about treating animals with dignity and giving any consideration to environmental issues. Schweitzer's urge was heard but not fully appreciated. One hundred years later, we are in a better position to do it. Predrag Cicovacki's book is a call to restore Schweitzer's vision. After critically and systematically discussing the most important aspects of the ethics of reverence for life, Cicovacki argues that the restoration of Schweitzer does not mean the restoration of any particular doctrine. It means summoning enough courage to reverse the deadly course of our civilization. And it also means establishing a way of life that stimulates striving toward what is the best and highest in human beings. |
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| albert schweitzer essential writings: Human Goodness Yi-Fu Tuan, 2008-05-27 In his many best-selling books, Yi-Fu Tuan seizes big, metaphysical issues and considers them in uniquely accessible ways. Human Goodness is evidence of this talent and is both as simple, and as epic, as it sounds. Genuinely good people and their actions, Tuan contends, are far from boring, naive, and trite; they are complex, varied, and enormously exciting. In a refreshing antidote to skeptical times, he writes of ordinary human courtesies, as simple as busing your dishes after eating, that make society functional and livable. And he writes of extraordinary courage and inventiveness under the weight of adversity and evil. He considers the impact of communal goodness over time, and his sketches of six very different individuals—Confucius, Socrates, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, John Keats, Dr. Albert Schweitzer, and Simone Weil—confirm that there are human lives that can encourage and lead us to our better selves. Best Books for General Audiences, selected by the American Association of School Librarians, and Best Books for Special Interests, selected by the Public Library Association |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Antonio Stradivari, His Life and Work American Musicological Society--Music Library Association, William Henry Hill, Arthur Frederick Hill, Francis A. Davis, Alfred Ebsworth Hill, ARTHUR E. HILL, Sydney Beck, 1963-01-01 Studies the life and art of the Italian violin craftsman, focusing on the skills and techniques which have made his products renowned throughout the world |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Mother Maria Skobtsova Mother Mariia, 2003 A collection of writings that reflect the deep commitment to the gospel mandate that unites love of God and love of neighbor comes from the modern saint and Orthodox nun who made her home in Paris a haven for Jews during Nazi occupation. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Albert Schweitzer John Dickinson Regester, 1931 |
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| albert schweitzer essential writings: Practicing Biomedicine at the Albert Schweitzer Hospital 1913-1965 Tizian Zumthurm, 2020-08-10 Tizian Zumthurm uses the extraordinary hospital of an extraordinary man to produce novel insights into the ordinary practice of biomedicine in colonial Central Africa. His investigation of therapeutic routines in surgery, maternity care, psychiatry, and the treatment of dysentery and leprosy reveals the incoherent nature of biomedicine and not just in Africa. Reading rich archival sources against and along the grain, the author combines concepts that appeal to those interested in the history of medicine and colonialism. Through the microcosm of the hospital, Zumthurm brings to light the social worlds of Gabonese patients as well as European staff. By refusing to easily categorize colonial medical encounters, the book challenges our understanding of biomedicine as solely domineering or interactive. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Reinventing Bach Paul Elie, 2013-04-04 Johann Sebastian Bach – celebrated pipe organist, court composer and master of sacred music – was also a technical pioneer. Working in Germany in the early eighteenth century, he invented new instruments and carried out experiments in tuning, the effects of which are still with us today. Two hundred years later, a number of extraordinary musicians have utilised the music of Bach to thrilling effect through the art of recording, furthering their own virtuosity and reinventing the composer for our time. In Reinventing Bach, Paul Elie brilliantly blends the stories of modern musicians with a polyphonic account of our most celebrated composer’ s life to create a spellbinding narrative of the changing place of music in our lives. We see the sainted organist Albert Schweitzer playing to a mobile recording unit set up at London’ s Church of All Hallows in order to spread Bach’ s organ works to the world beyond the churches, and Pablo Casals’ s Abbey Road recordings of Bach’ s cello suites transform the middle-class sitting room into a hotbed of existentialism; we watch Leopold Stokowski persuade Walt Disney to feature his own grand orchestrations of Bach in the animated classical-music movie Fantasia – which made Bach the sound of children’ s playtime and Hollywood grandeur alike – and we witness how Glenn Gould’ s Goldberg Variations made Bach the byword for postwar cool. Through the Beatles and Switched-on Bach and Gö del, Escher, Bach – through film, rock music, the Walkman, the CD and up to Yo-Yo Ma and the iPod – Elie shows us how dozens of gifted musicians searched, experimented and collaborated with one another in the service of a composer who emerged as the prototype of the spiritualised, technically savvy artist. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: The Kingdom of God and Primitive Christianity Albert Schweitzer, 1968 This is the final theological testament of one of the great minds of the 20th century. Dr. Schweitzer restates and summarizes the revolutionary views developed in his earlier works. But this book is intended for a wider public, to whom it brings the mature reflections of an old man dwelling in the loneliness of the primeval forest, with the text of the Bible and little else before him, seeking to lead the reader into the presence of Jesus. Dr. Schweitzer presents a survey of the biblical belief in the Kingdom of God from its earliest development in Israel through the period of Primitive Christianity--from Amos to Paul. Previously Schweitzer had developed his views in works of technical theology, but here he presents a book which is purely expository and not polemical, of interest and value to every student of the Bible. At the same time he provides the specialist with the first comprehensive survey of his theological thought.--Adapted from publisher description. |
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| albert schweitzer essential writings: The Essential Writings of Christian Mysticism Bernard McGinn, 2006-12-12 This clear and comprehensive anthology, culled from the vast corpus of Christian mystical literature by the renowned theologian and historian Bernard McGinn, presents nearly one hundred selections, from the writings of Origen of Alexandria in the third century to the work of twentieth-century mystics such as Thomas Merton. Uniquely organized by subject rather than by author, The Essential Writings of Christian Mysticism explores how human life is transformed through the search for direct contact with God. Part one examines the preparation for encountering God through biblical interpretation and prayer; the second part focuses on the mystics’ actual encounters with God; and part three addresses the implications of the mystical life, showing how mystics have been received over time, and how they practice their faith through private contemplation and public actions. In addition to his illuminating Introduction, Bernard McGinn provides accessible headnotes for each section, as well as numerous biographical sketches and a selected bibliography. Praise for The Essential Writings of Christian Mysticism “No one is better equipped than Bernard McGinn to provide a thorough and balanced guide to this vast literature….This is an anthology which deserves to be read not only by those who study Christian history and theology, but by believers who long to deepen their own lives of prayer and service.” -- Anglican Theological Review “Bernard McGinn, a preeminent historian and interpreter of the Christian mystical tradition, has edited this fine collection of mystical writings, organizing them thematically....McGinn offers helpful introductions to each thematic section, author and entry, as well as a brief critical bibliography on mysticism. Published in the Modern Library Classic series, this is a great value.” – Christian Century No-one is better equipped than Professor McGinn to provide a thorough and balanced guide to this vast literature. A first-class selection, by a first-class scholar. -- Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury “This accessible anthology by the scholarly world’s leading historian of the Western Christian mystical tradition easily outstrips all others in its comprehensiveness, the aptness of its selection of texts, and in the intelligent manner of its organization.” -- Denys Turner, Horace Tracy Pitkin Professor of Historical Theology, Yale Divinity School An immensely rich anthology, assembled and introduced by our foremost student of mysticism. Both the scholar and the disciple will find God’s plenty here. -- Barbara Newman, Professor of English, Religion, and Classics, John Evans Professor of Latin, Northwestern University An unusually clear and insightful exposition of major texts selected by one of the greatest scholars in the field of Christian mysticism, based on his vast erudition and uniquely sensitive interpretation. Like his other books, this one too is destined to become a classic.” -- Professor Moshe Idel, Hebrew University, Jerusalem |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: The Compassion Quest Trystan Owain Hughes, 2013-02-21 In this follow-up to his much praised Finding Hope and Meaning in Suffering, Trystan Owain Hughes encourages us to develop an approach to life that looks beyond our own concerns. Using illustrations from poetry, literature and film, and drawing on contemporary scientific thought, the author makes plain that our natural state is an interconnected harmony with God, with each other and with the world around us. Gradually we come to realize that loving others and desiring the best for them is worthwhile, even when there seems to be little in it for us. Just as Christ chose to humble himself and become 'God with us', so we too will bring light to the lives of those around us by transcending our self-centredness and becoming fully present to those in need. And as we begin to attune ourselves to love's frequency, our inner being will instinctively embrace all creation as sacred and deserving of our care and attention. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: The Philosophy of Civilization Albert Schweitzer, 1923 |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Cutting Jesus Down to Size George Albert Wells, 2013-12-01 In this provocative book, noted scholar G. A. Wells tells the story of Higher Criticism: the close study of the scriptures that reveals difficulties and discrepancies. Wells traces the discipline’s German beginnings, exploring the problems in the New Testament that prompted scholars to revise traditional theories of the scriptures’ origins. Wells then traces the development and reception of these views from the 18th century to today. Drawing on current biblical scholarship, Wells explains how the Jesus of Paul’s epistles differs radically from later versions and addresses conservative Christians’ attempts to reconcile them. He carefully analyzes what the New Testament says about miracles, the Virgin Birth, the Nativity, Jesus’ conflicting genealogies, the Resurrection, the post-Resurrection appearances, and the failed prophecies of imminent apocalypse. Wells persuasively profiles the New Testament as a fascinating but flawed collection of incompatible viewpoints, revealing Jesus as a shifting, ambiguous, legendary figure who reflected the evolving teachings of a fragmented, emotion-based cultic movement. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: The Good Book A. C. Grayling, 2011-04-04 Drawing on the wisdom of 2,500 years of contemplative non-religious writing on all that it means to be human - from the origins of the universe to small matters of courtesy and kindness in everyday life - A. C. Grayling, Britain's most popular and widely read philosopher, has created a secular bible. Designed to be read as narrative and also to be dipped into for inspiration, encouragement and consolation, The Good Book offers a thoughtful, non-religious alternative to the many people who do not follow one of the world's great religions. Instead, going back to traditions older than Christianity, and far richer and more various, including the non-theistic philosophical and literary schools of the great civilisations of both West and East, from the Greek philosophy of classical antiquity and its contemporaneous Confucian, Mencian and Mohist schools in China, down through classical Rome, the flourishing of Indian and Arab worlds, the European Renaissance and Enlightenment, the worldwide scientific discoveries of the 19th and 20th centuries to the present, Grayling collects, edits, rearranges and organises the collective secular wisdom of the world in one highly readable volume. Contents: Genesis Proverbs Histories Songs Wisdom Acts The Lawgiver Lamentations Concord Consolations Sages The Good Parables |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: YEAR OF WONDER: Classical Music for Every Day Clemency Burton-Hill, 2017-10-05 As featured in the Telegraph and on Radio 4's Today programme. 'A magnificent treasury . . . a fascinating tour de force.' Observer 'Year of Wonder is an absolute treat - the most enlightening way to be guided through the year.' Eddie Redmayne Classical music for everyone - an inspirational piece of music for every day of the year, celebrating composers from the medieval era to the present day, written by award-winning violinist and BBC Radio 3 presenter Clemency Burton-Hill. Have you ever heard a piece of music so beautiful it stops you in your tracks? Or wanted to discover more about classical music but had no idea where to begin? Year of Wonder is a unique celebration of classical music by an author who wants to share its diverse wonders with others and to encourage a love for this genre in all readers, whether complete novices or lifetime enthusiasts. Clemency chooses one piece of music for each day of the year, with a short explanation about the composer to put it into context, and brings the music alive in a modern and playful way, while also extolling the positive mindfulness element of giving yourself some time every day to listen to something uplifting or beautiful. Thoughtfully curated and expertly researched, this is a book of classical music to keep you company: whoever you are, wherever you're from. 'The only requirements for enjoying classical music are open ears and an open mind.' Clemency Burton-Hill Playlists are available on most streaming music platforms including Apple Music. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Open and Relational Theology Thomas Jay Oord, 2021-06-24 Most theologies suck. They're too technical or they describe a God nobody understands. Sometimes the God portrayed sounds like a controlling boyfriend or absentee parent. Rather than woo or persuade, most theology books clobber readers into submission. This book is different. Thomas Jay Oord presents a theology that makes sense. It fits the way we live our lives and matches our deepest intuitions. To the surprise of some, it harmonizes with sacred scripture... at least the good parts. And it promotes a genuinely loving God. Open and relational theology is controversial. Oord and others have lost their jobs because they embrace it. Others have been booted from religious communities or shunned by families and friends. It's that radical! Using understandable language and illustrations from everyday life, Oord explains the core ideas of open and relational theology. He reveals why this way of thinking is life-changing - for good - for so many. This theology doesn't suck. Get a Copy of Open and Relational Theology What they're saying... Timely! - Cody Stauffer & Craig Morton, All That's Holy Podcast Cosmic! - Pete Enns & Jared Byas, Bible For Normal People Podcast Conceptual! - Seth Price, Can I Say This in Church? Podcast Inspirited! - Jay McDaniel, Conversations in Process Podcast Clear! -Joe Smith and Drew Dunbar, Crisis of Faith Podcast Radical! - Shaleen Kendrick & Holland Fields, Desert Voices Podcast Prodigious! - John Williamson, Deconstructionists Podcast Relieving! - Joey Monteleone, Dismantle Podcast Compelling! - Loren Richmond Jr, Future Christian Podcast Liberating! - Melanie Mudge & Gary Alan Taylor, Holy Heretics Podcast Magnificent! - Tripp Fuller, Homebrewed Christianity Podcast Enlivening! - Michael Frost, In the Shift Podcast Tantalizing! - Jim Stump, Language of God Podcast Captivating! - Jason Elam, Messy Spirituality Podcast Thought-Provoking! - Gabriel Gordon, Misfits Theology Podcast Interrogating! - Todd Littleton, Patheological Podcast Exceptional! - Keith Giles, Peace Catalyst Podcast Zesty! - Mason Mennenga, A People's Theology Podcast Tangible! - Hayden Bruce, Pragmatic Christian Podcast Clarifying! - Mary-Anne & Andre Rabe, Question Your Answers Podcast Trailblazing! - Todd R. Vick, Reconstruction Rebel Podcast Peace-Bringing! - Chris Harman, Redrawing the Bath Podcast Stimulating! - Greg Boyd and Dan Kent, ReKnew Podcast Punchy! - Ryan T. Mullins, Reluctant Theologian Podcast Exciting! - Josh Patterson & Marty Fredrick, (Re)thinking Faith Podcast A Gift! - Beth Hayward, Souls in Soles Podcast Inviting! - Kurt Willems, Theology Curator Podcast Accessible! - Dustin Kensrue, Thrice & Carry the Fire Podcast R-/evolutionary! - Tim Victor, Urban Mystic Podcast User-Friendly! - Glenn Siepert, What If? Podcast Reinvigorating! - Jon Steingard, Wonder & Mystery of Being Podcast Buy the book! . |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: The legacies of Albert Schweitzer reconsidered Izak J.J. Spangenberg, Christina Landman, Amadi Enoch Ahiamadu, Johan Booyse, Pieter Botha, Cornel du Toit, Garth Mason, Menard Musendekwa, Eben Scheffler, Lovemore Togarasei, Andries van Aarde, 2016-12-31 This book on the legacy of Albert Schweitzer contextualises this remarkable intellectualist, humanist, medicine-man, theologian and Nobel Prize winner. This collected work is aimed at specialists in the humanities, social sciences, education, and religious studies. The authors embrace philanthropic values to benefit Africa and the world at large. The publication engages with peers on the relevance of Schweitzer’s work for humanitarian values in Africa. The essays in the book stimulate further research in the various fields in which Schweitzer excelled. Its academic contribution is its focus on the post-colonial discourse in contemporary discussions both in South Africa and Africa at large. The book emphasises Schweitzer’s reverence for life philosophy and demonstrates how this impacts on moral values. However, the book also points to the possibility that Schweitzer’s reverence for life philosophy is embedded in a typically European appreciation of ‘mysticism’ that is not commensurate with African indigenous religious values. From an African academic perspective, the book advocates the view that Schweitzer’s concept of the reverence for life supports not only the Biblical notion of imago Dei but also the African humanist values of the preservation and protection of life, criticising the exploitation of the environment by warring factions and large companies, especially in oil-producing African countries. It also argues that Schweitzer’s disposition on ethics was influenced by the Second World War, his sentiments against nuclear weapons and his resistance to the Enlightenment view of ‘civilisation’. With regard to Jesus studies the book elucidates values promoted by Schweitzer by following in Jesus’ steps and portraying Jesus’ message within a modern world view. Taken over from Schweitzer, the book argues that Jesus’ moral authority resides in his display of love and his interaction with the poor and marginalised. The book demonstrates Schweitzer’s understanding of Jesus as the one who sacrifices his own life to bring the Kingdom of God to realisation in this world. The book commends Schweitzer’s insight that we know Jesus through his toils on the one hand, and through our own experiences on the other. It is in a mixture between the two that the hermeneutical gap between then and now is bridged. It is precisely in bridging this gap that Schweitzer sees himself as an instrument of God’s healing. It defines Schweitzer as the embodiment of being a healer, educationalist and herald of the greening of Christianity. His philosophy on the reverence for life prepares a foundation for Christians to think ‘green’ about human life within a greater environment. He advocates aspects of education such as lifelong learning, holistic education and a problem-based approach to education. Finally, the book analyses both critically and appreciatively Albert Schweitzer’s contribution to the concepts of religious healing prevalent in African Christianity today. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Albert Schweitzer’s Legacy for Education A. Rud, 2011-01-03 This is the first book devoted to the study of the thought of Albert Schweitzer as it relates to educational theory and practice. Rud argues that Schweitzer's life and work offer inspiration and timely insights for both educational thought and practice in our new century. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: J. S. Bach, Volume Two Albert Schweitzer, Ernest Newman, 1966-01-01 Volume 2 of 2-volume set. This stimulating narrative traces Bach's life; discusses contemporary artistic and philosophical movements; assesses the work of his predecessors Schutz, Scheidt, Buxtehude, etc., analyzes Bach's own work; and passes on brilliant recommendations for performance — tempo, phrasing, accentuation, dynamics, etc. Translated by Ernest Newman. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Pathologies of Power Paul Farmer, 2005 Pathologies of Power uses harrowing stories of life and death to argue thatthe promotion of social and economic rights of the poor is the most importanthuman rights struggle of our times. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Mystics in Action Epperly, Bruce G., 2020-12-16 Portrays the lives and experiences of twelve mystical activists, exploring their worldview and spirituality and their relationship to social transformation-- |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Jesus, Paul and the End of the World Ben Witherington III, 1992-04-13 Ben Witherington III offers a comparison and a critical assessment of the end times teachings of Jesus and Paul. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: An Agnostic in the Fellowship of Christ David K. Goodin, 2019-05-29 Lutheran theologian and Nobel Peace Prize winner Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) sought to redefine Christianity with a confession of faith for the modern world, declaring that: “I am an agnostic in the fellowship of Christ.” This book reveals the reality of Schweitzer’s Christian agnosticism for readers in theology and ethics. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Charles Munch D. Kern Holoman, 2011-12-01 A mesmerizing figure in concert, Charles Munch was celebrated for his electrifying public performances. He was a pioneer in many arenas of classical music--establishing Berlioz in the canon, perfecting the orchestral work of Debussy and Ravel, and leading the world to Roussel, Honegger, and Dutilleux. A pivotal figure, his accomplishments put him on a par with Arturo Toscanini and Leonard Bernstein. In Charles Munch, D. Kern Holoman provides the first full biography of this giant of twentieth-century music, tracing his dramatic survival in occupied Paris, his triumphant arrival at the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and his later years, when he was a leading cultural figure in the United States, a man known and admired by Presidents Truman, Eisenhower, and Kennedy. He turned to conducting only in middle age, after two decades as a violinist and concertmaster, a background which gave him special insight into the relationship between conductor and orchestra. At the podium, his bond with his musicians unleashed something in them and in himself. A certain magic took wing that amounts to the very essence of music in concert, the author writes, as if public performance loosed the facets of character and artistry and poetry otherwise muffled by his timidity and simple disinclination to say much. In concert, Munch was arresting, even seductive, sweeping his baton in an enormous arch from above his head down to his knee. Yet as Holoman shows, he remained a lonely, even sad figure, a widower with no children, a man who fled admirers and avoided reporters. With groundbreaking research and sensitive, lyrical writing, Charles Munch penetrates the enigma to capture this elusive musical titan. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Reverence for Life Revisited David A. Valone, 2009-10-02 This book is the product of a conference held by the Albert Schweitzer Institute at Quinnipiac University in 2005. The conference re-examined the life and work of Albert Schweitzer, particularly his idea of Reverence for Life, and assessed the relevance of his ideas for the twenty-first century. The essays in this book represent various perspectives on Schweitzer's life and works, including: reminiscences from individuals who worked with or were directly influenced by Schweitzer's life, including Jane Goodall (who was the keynote speaker at the conference); philosophical examinations of Schweitzer's ideas in light of present concerns; and practical applications of Schweitzer's ideas to current problems in global issues including arms control, medical ethics, education, and state building. The essays represent perspectives drawn from individuals of diverse backgrounds (from undergraduate students to professional academics, as well as those engaged in diplomacy, wildlife conservation, and health care), and from the United States, Europe, Latin America, and Africa. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Islamism and Post-Islamism Seyed Javad Miri, 2014-09-17 Islamism and Post-Islamism analyzes political thought in Iran since 1979. Seyed Javad Miri engages with one of the seminal thinkers in contemporary Iranian politics, Allama Jafari, on key relevant concepts. |
| albert schweitzer essential writings: Families in Peril Marian Wright Edelman, 1987 Too many American families are in serious peril, and both the reality of the situation and the myths obscuring that reality call for attention and swift action. In this incisive analysis, Edelman, President of the Children's Defense Fund, charts what is happening, exposes myths, and sets a bold agenda to strengthen families and protect children. |
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Take control of your finances with Albert. Budget, save, spend, and invest, all in one incredibly powerful app. Join 10 million+ people using Albert today. Log in
Install the app and register – Albert
To create your Albert account, download the Albert app onto your mobile phone from the App Store. To register, open the app, enter your name, email address, and select a secure …
Sign up - Albert
Take control of your finances with Albert. Budget, save, spend, and invest, all in one incredibly powerful app. Join 10 million+ people using Albert today.
Your Albert account
Albert plans range from $11.99/mo to $29.99/mo. Try your plan for 30 days before you're charged. The fee will auto-renew until canceled or your Albert account is closed. Cancel in the app.
Albert | Get the app
Take control of your finances with Albert. Budget, save, spend, and invest, all in one incredibly powerful app. Join 10 million+ people using Albert today.
How much does Albert cost?
Albert plans range from $11.99/mo to $29.99/mo. Try your plan for 30 days before you're charged. The fee will auto-renew until canceled or your Albert account is closed. Cancel in the app.
Albert | Budget and track spending
Budget and track spending with Albert. Monitor bills, track cash flow, and see where every dollar is going. Join 10 million+ people using Albert today.
Albert
Albert plans range from $11.99/mo to $29.99/mo. Try your plan for 30 days before you're charged. The fee will auto-renew until canceled or your Albert account is closed. Cancel in the app.
Automatic savings - Albert
Join 10 million+ people using Albert today. Save automatically based on your income and spending, earn APY with high yield savings, and create custom savings goals. Accounts …
Albert | The all-in-one money app. Budget. Save. Spend. Invest.
Take control of your finances with Albert. Budget, save, spend, and invest, all in one incredibly powerful app. Join 10 million+ people using Albert today.
Albert
Take control of your finances with Albert. Budget, save, spend, and invest, all in one incredibly powerful app. Join 10 million+ people using Albert today. Log in
Install the app and register – Albert
To create your Albert account, download the Albert app onto your mobile phone from the App Store. To register, open the app, enter your name, email address, and select a secure …
Sign up - Albert
Take control of your finances with Albert. Budget, save, spend, and invest, all in one incredibly powerful app. Join 10 million+ people using Albert today.
Your Albert account
Albert plans range from $11.99/mo to $29.99/mo. Try your plan for 30 days before you're charged. The fee will auto-renew until canceled or your Albert account is closed. Cancel in the app.
Albert | Get the app
Take control of your finances with Albert. Budget, save, spend, and invest, all in one incredibly powerful app. Join 10 million+ people using Albert today.
How much does Albert cost?
Albert plans range from $11.99/mo to $29.99/mo. Try your plan for 30 days before you're charged. The fee will auto-renew until canceled or your Albert account is closed. Cancel in the app.
Albert | Budget and track spending
Budget and track spending with Albert. Monitor bills, track cash flow, and see where every dollar is going. Join 10 million+ people using Albert today.
Albert
Albert plans range from $11.99/mo to $29.99/mo. Try your plan for 30 days before you're charged. The fee will auto-renew until canceled or your Albert account is closed. Cancel in the app.
Automatic savings - Albert
Join 10 million+ people using Albert today. Save automatically based on your income and spending, earn APY with high yield savings, and create custom savings goals. Accounts …
