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The Pentecostal Gender Paradox : Eschatology and the Search for Equality
The distinct subjects of eschatology and gender equality have seen an explosion of interest in recent decades, particularly within Pentecostal scholarship.Pentecostalism is regarded ideally as both an eschatological and egalitarian movement.However, many Pentecostals have lamented the inconsistency between the early egalitarian impulse of the movement and its current restrictive practices.This situation has been described as the so-called Pentecostal “gender paradox,” referring to the conflicting freedoms and limitations experienced by Pentecostal women.Pentecostals have also recognized the waning eschatological fervor within the movement and its shifting eschatological convictions, leading to calls to rediscover the eschatological heart of the movement. Despite the renewed interest in both eschatology and women’s equality, little research has been done to put these two areas into conversation with each other: eschatological convictions are often absent in the debate on gender roles in the church.For Pentecostals, eschatology has often been about urgency in “saving souls” rather than attending to social issues, but could Pentecostal eschatology be the key to (re)discovering greater equality for women in the church?Is the waning of both eschatology and women’s equality within Pentecostalism potentially interrelated?For over one hundred years the role of women in Pentecostalism has been debated without a firm consensus.By examining gender solely through an eschatological lens in history, Scripture, and praxis, this work provides a valuable and creative contribution to one of the most important theological and global issues of our time, women’s (in)equality.This book is also one of the first comprehensive studies to approach a single social issue solely through an eschatological lens and to provide attention to developing a thorough and methodologically connected eschatological praxis.By uncovering the unified eschatological-egalitarian narrative thread within both the Pentecostal and biblical story, this work suggests that the present end of women’s inequality begins with fidelity to the future eschaton of gender equality.
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Security. Cooperation. Governance. : The Canada-United States Open Border Paradox
Historically, national borders have evolved in ways that serve the interests of central states in security and the regulation of trade.This volume explores Canada–US border and security policies that have evolved from successive trade agreements since the 1950s, punctuated by new and emerging challenges to security in the twenty-first century.The sectoral and geographical diversity of cross-border interdependence of what remains the world’s largest bilateral trade relationship makes the Canada–US border a living laboratory for studying the interaction of trade, security, and other border policies that challenge traditional centralized approaches to national security. The book’s findings show that border governance straddles multiple regional, sectoral, and security scales in ways rarely documented in such detail.These developments have precipitated an Open Border Paradox: extensive, regionally varied flows of trade and people have resulted in a series of nested but interdependent security regimes that function on different scales and vary across economic and policy sectors.These realities have given rise to regional and sectoral specialization in related security regimes.For instance, just-in-time automotive production in the Great Lakes region varies considerably from the governance of maritime and intermodal trade (and port systems) on the Atlantic and Pacific coasts, which in turn is quite different from commodity-based systems that manage diverse agricultural and food trade in the Canadian Prairies and US Great Plains. The paradox of open borders and their legitimacy is a function of robust bilateral and multilevel governance based on effective partnerships with substate governments and the private sector.Effective policy accounts for regional variation in integrated binational security and trade imperatives.At the same time, binational and continental policies are embedded in each country’s trade and security relationships beyond North America.
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Elthea's Paradox
A reluctant hero stands against an evil spreading across the land.Newfound powers awaken within Philip Matherson. But when he needs them most, the spectral energies of Elthea elude him. His worst fears take place as the Bots capture his friends on the utopia team.The human village of Haven safeguards Philip, but their sturdy walls offer scant protection against the might of the Bots. He is helpless against an onslaught of evil forces. At the darkest hour, help arrives from an unexpected source.Mysterious entities continue to conspire against Philip. His only hope is to rekindle the magical elixir within him. But he discovers a hidden paradox surrounding Elthea's energies. It throws into question all his hopes and dreams. Can he save his closest friends while still protecting the supernatural wonders in the land of Elthea?
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What is the grandfather paradox and what is the father paradox?
The grandfather paradox is a theoretical scenario in time travel where a person travels back in time and inadvertently prevents their grandparents from meeting, thus preventing the person's own birth. This creates a paradox because if the person was never born, they could not have traveled back in time to prevent their grandparents from meeting in the first place. The father paradox is a similar concept where a time traveler goes back in time and prevents their own father from meeting their mother, thus preventing their own birth. This paradox also raises questions about the possibility of altering one's own existence through time travel and the resulting contradictions that arise. Both paradoxes highlight the complexities and logical inconsistencies that can arise in theories of time travel.
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Is atheism a paradox?
Atheism is not inherently a paradox. Atheism is simply the lack of belief in a deity or deities, and it is a valid philosophical position held by many individuals. While some may argue that the existence of atheism is paradoxical in a world where religion is prevalent, it is important to recognize that atheism is a legitimate worldview that is based on rationality, skepticism, and critical thinking. It is not contradictory for individuals to reject the existence of a deity or deities based on their own reasoning and evidence.
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Is Christianity a paradox?
Christianity can be seen as a paradox in some ways. For example, the belief in a loving God who allows suffering and evil in the world can be seen as contradictory. Additionally, the idea of salvation through faith alone while also emphasizing the importance of good works can be viewed as paradoxical. However, many Christians believe that these apparent contradictions can be reconciled through faith and understanding of God's plan. Ultimately, whether Christianity is considered a paradox may depend on individual interpretation and perspective.
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Is it a paradox?
A paradox is a statement or situation that seems contradictory or absurd but may be true in reality. To determine if something is a paradox, we need to examine if it presents a logical inconsistency or a conflict between different elements. If the statement or situation involves conflicting ideas that cannot both be true, then it can be considered a paradox.
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The Paradox
The last members of the secret society known as the Oversight still patrol the border between the natural and supernatural, holding a candle to the darkness.But the society's new members are unproven, its veterans weary and battle-scarred.Their vulnerability brings new enemies to London, and surprising new allies from across the sea. But most surprising of all are revelations about the Oversight's past, secrets that will expose the true peril of the world in which their friends Sharp and Sara are trapped - the riddle of the Black Mirrors, and what lies beyond. And the catastrophic danger that will follow the duo home, if they ever manage to return. The dark waters rise. The candle is guttering. But the light still remains. For now ...
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Women, Power, and Property : The Paradox of Gender Equality Laws in India
Quotas for women in government have swept the globe.Yet we know little about their capacity to upend entrenched social, political, and economic hierarchies.Women, Power, and Property explores this question within the context of India, the world's largest democracy.Brulé employs a research design that maximizes causal inference alongside extensive field research to explain the relationship between political representation, backlash, and economic empowerment.Her findings show that women in government – gatekeepers – catalyze access to fundamental economic rights to property.Women in politics have the power to support constituent rights at critical junctures, such as marriage negotiations, when they can strike integrative solutions to intrahousehold bargaining.Yet there is a paradox: quotas are essential for enforcement of rights, but they generate backlash against women who gain rights without bargaining leverage.In this groundbreaking study, Brulé shows how well-designed quotas can operate as a crucial tool to foster equality and benefit the women they are meant to empower.
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The Putin Paradox
Vladimir Putin has emerged as one of the key leaders of the twenty-first century.However, he is also recognized as one of the most divisive.Abroad, his assertion of Russia's interests and critique of the western-dominated international system has brought him into conflict with Atlantic powers.Within Russia, he has balanced various factions within the elite intelligentsia alongside the wider support of Russian society.So what is the 'Putin paradox?' Richard Sakwa grapples with Putin's personal and political development on both the international political scene and within the domestic political landscape of Russia.This study historicizes the Putin paradox, through theoretical, historical and political analysis and in light of wider developments in Russian society.Richard Sakwa presents the Putin paradox as a unique regime type - balancing numerous contradictions - in order to adapt to its material environment while maintaining sufficient authority with which to shape it.
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The Sizzle Paradox
Lyric Bishop and Kian Montgomery, both graduate students, are best friends and roommates.When Lyric needs help cracking the Sizzle Paradox for her doctoral thesis on sexual chemistry--it seems the more attractive she finds a guy, the less "sizzle" there is when they actually have sex; but why?--Kian, who never has trouble in the bedroom, offers to tutor her on dating tactics.Lyric, being a self-proclaimed awkward potato, accepts the help she desperately needs. But once the two progress with their "tutoring sessions," they find that the solution to the Sizzle Paradox might actually be having sex with each other.Which is a problem, because they're best friends and absolutely, irrefutably nothing else...Right?
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What is a paradox?
A paradox is a statement or situation that seems to contradict itself, but upon closer examination, may actually contain some truth or validity. It is a concept that challenges our understanding of logic and reason, often leading to a sense of confusion or ambiguity. Paradoxes can be found in various fields such as philosophy, literature, and science, and they often provoke deep contemplation and thought.
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Is this a paradox?
Without knowing the specific statement or situation in question, it is difficult to determine if it is a paradox. A paradox is a statement or situation that seems self-contradictory or illogical, but upon closer examination may reveal a deeper truth. If you provide the specific statement or situation, I would be happy to help determine if it is a paradox.
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What is the Christian paradox?
The Christian paradox refers to the idea that in order to gain one's life, they must first lose it. This concept is based on the teachings of Jesus in the Bible, where he emphasizes the importance of selflessness, humility, and sacrifice. It highlights the idea that true fulfillment and purpose in life come from serving others and putting their needs above our own. The Christian paradox challenges individuals to go against the norms of society that prioritize self-interest and instead embrace a life of love, compassion, and service to others.
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What is the mirror paradox?
The mirror paradox is a philosophical concept that explores the nature of reflection and perception. It raises the question of whether a mirror image is a true reflection of reality or a distorted representation. On one hand, the mirror accurately reflects the physical appearance of an object or person, but on the other hand, it presents a reversed image. This paradox challenges our understanding of perception and raises questions about the nature of reality and how we interpret it.
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