John William Colenso war ein britischer Mathematiker, Theologe, Bibelwissenschaftler und Sozialaktivist, der als erster anglikanischer Bischof von Natal fungierte. Seine Arbeit zeichnete sich durch eine tiefgreifende Auseinandersetzung mit der biblischen Gelehrsamkeit aus, wobei er traditionelle Interpretationen oft durch rigorose Analyse in Frage stellte. Neben seinen theologischen Bestrebungen war Colenso ein überzeugter Sozialaktivist, der sich für die Rechte der indigenen Bevölkerung einsetzte. Seine intellektuelle Neugier und sein Engagement für soziale Gerechtigkeit machten ihn zu einer bedeutenden Persönlichkeit seiner Zeit.
Discover the natural beauty and rich cultural heritage of Natal with this captivating travelogue. Written by a renowned scholar and educator, this book offers a unique perspective on life in 19th-century Africa. With its vivid descriptions, engaging anecdotes, and thoughtful reflections, Ten Weeks in Natal is essential reading for anyone interested in history, culture, or travel.
In this fascinating work of biblical scholarship, H. Oort and J.W. Colenso explore the worship of Baalim in ancient Israel, and its possible connections to the pagan practices of the Arabs at Mecca. Drawing upon the work of R. Dozy, they offer a detailed and insightful analysis of the religious practices of the ancient Near East, and explore how these practices were transformed and adapted in the context of the Abrahamic religions. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of religion and the connections between different religious traditions.
This 1864 work by Frederick Augustus Ross is a defense of the practice of polygamy in Mormonism, and a response to criticisms made by Bishop John William Colenso of the Anglican Church in South Africa. It also addresses the issue of slavery and its place in Christianity. Ross argues that both practices are consistent with the teachings of the Bible and that Colenso's critique is unfounded.
A critical examination of the first five books of the Bible, as well as the Book of Joshua, this groundbreaking work helped to shape the field of biblical studies. Colenso's work challenged traditional interpretations and sparked debate about the origins and meaning of these foundational texts.
This book is a critical examination of the Pentateuch and the Book of Joshua, two important books in the Christian and Jewish religious traditions. The author raises important questions about the authorship and historicity of these texts, and challenges conventional interpretations. This is an important work of biblical criticism that will be of interest to scholars and students of religion.
First published in 1862, The Pentateuch and Book of Joshua Critically Examined is a landmark work of biblical scholarship. Written by bishop John William Colenso, it challenges the traditional interpretation of the Pentateuch as the work of Moses. Colenso draws on archaeological and linguistic evidence to argue that the Pentateuch is a composite work written over centuries by multiple authors. The book caused a firestorm of controversy when it was first published and remains a seminal work of biblical criticism today.
Explore the history and impact of missionary work among the Zulu people of Natal Zululand with this informative lecture by John William Colenso. Colenso's insights into the challenges and rewards of this work make this a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religious missions.