Master's Thesis: Recent submissions
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The eschatological significance of Doxa in the epistles of Paul
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 1975-07)Doxa (English, "glory") occurs often in the Pauline corpus but seldom with the same content and is nowhere defined; consequently, a problem exists as to its meaning and significance. Doxa is usually thought of as a resplendent ... -
The mission of the church as found in Isa. 42:5-9: A critical analysis and interpretation
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 1980-07)The primary concern of the church since her establishment at the beginning in New Testament times, has been the fulfilment of her mission for the peoples of the earth in every age. The church has taken up the functions ... -
Swami Vivekananda: Disciple of Sri Ramakrishna (A survey of the life, work and teachings of a modern Hindu missionary to the West)
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 1978)In this thesis the writer a) surveys the life, work and teachings of Swami Vivekananda and b) suggests reasons why Christians today should be aware of Vivekananda and of the continuing influence of his teachings. After ... -
Luther and Trent on justification: A comparative study
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 1990)In this paper I will present a comparative study of Martin Luther's teaching regarding the doctrine of justification and the presentation of this doctrine in the documents of the Council of Trent (1545). against the ... -
A study of hindrance factors towards pastoral counseling as perceived by pastors in the protestant church in West Indonesia
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 2004-04)This study aims to identify factors that hinder the process of pastoral counseling as perceived by Indonesian pastors, particularly the pastors of the Protestant Church in West Indonesia (GPIB). The study also tries to ... -
The development of the spiritual leadership in the Islamic world
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 1986)When Mohammed was still alive, he did not leave a message that could be used as a guide for choosing a man to replace him. This became one of the important reasons of the existence of the Shi'ites which then separated ... -
Understanding Paul's thought on baptism: The state of baptism in the framework of Paul's doctrine of salvation
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 2002)If we survey the Bible especially the New Testament, we shall find that Christian baptism is not the major theme. Baptism was generally practiced in adherence to Christian message as indicated in the Bible. The Apostles ... -
Towards a liberating Myanmar theology based on analysis of Dalit theology
(Southeast Asia Graduate School of Theology, 2002-12)Myanmar was ruled by British colonial government for more than one century (1824- 1948). Except for a brief democratic rule, military government has ruled the country for about forty years. As a result, people have severely ... -
Jesus and political activism in the Philippines from a Lukan perspective
(Southeast Asia Graduate School of Theology, 2004-03)Jesus’ fulfilment of his ministry led him to become “subversive” in the sight of the Roman authorities and the Jewish religious leaders. However, to the poor and oppressed his teachings and ministry was salvific because ... -
Islamic law and Adat law: A historical survey concerning the relationship between Islamic law and Adat law in Indonesia
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 1990)This thesis is entitled: "Islamic Law and Adat Law"(A Historical Survey Concerning the Relationship between Islamic Law and Adat Law in Indonesia). The aim of this thesis is to examine the problems which occurred in the ... -
Tourism and change of community: An ethical theological study at tourism impact at GKPB, the Philadelphia congregation, Legian
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 2005)Bali has been one of the tourists’ sites in the world for many centuries. Thousands of foreign tourists have come to visit Bali and consider it as an interesting place with its unique culture and friendly people. Bali as ... -
The significance of obedience under the power of Christ for our thinking and understanding of development: A study of one aspect of Paul's theology and its implication for today
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 1979)I. Obedience under the power of Christ 1. The liberty of the children of God (the believers) is a new reality freed by the absolute liberating power of Christ from slavery by the power of sin. This liberty is in no way ... -
The reformation of Josiah
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 1982)The history of Judah and Israel cannot be separated from the history of other surrounding nations. The fall as well as the progress of those nations influenced the life of both Judah and Israel. From the 9th century BC up ... -
A missionary task for the impoverished and the homeless in Pusan area
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 1998-02-16)The rate of urban population in the world has increased from 29% (1950) to 45% (1990). It is now expected that about 65% of the world population will center around urban area in 2025. In particular, the urbanization in the ... -
A case of urban ministry for Korea employees
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 1998-02-16)Christianity originated in Asia, yet it is not deeply rooted in Asia.. Christian population in Asia today reaches less than 100 million including all denominations. This rate is too low considering that the whole population ... -
Christian evaluation of ancestor worship in Korea
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 1998-02-16)Ancestor worship is an inevitable issue which Korean ministers must face. Since the Decalogue teaching has prevented Korean Christians from performing ancestor worship, traditional practices in Korea were driven into serious ... -
A model for small group bible study in Minjung perspective
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 1998-02-16)This thesis aims to illuminate how the am-ha-aretz in the Old Testament and the ochlos in the New Testament become the subject of the Bible and a partner of God in hearing, reading, and actualizing the word of God. I would ... -
A study of the social workers' professionalism in social welfare centers in Daejon area
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 1998-02-16)Since the late 1980s, an increasing number of social welfare centers came to be established in Korea. As a lot more of family-based welfare centers were organized in 1990s, there emerged a broad social awareness about them ... -
Stagnation of the Korean church and its way-out
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 1998-02-16)For the past few decades, the Korean church has been recognized world-widely for its rapid growth. Some were amazed at its quantitative explosion while others were anxious about its lack of internal quality. These two ... -
A study of mission policies in the Presbyterian church of Korea (P.C.K.: Tonghap)
(South East Asia Graduate School of Theology, 1998-02-16)Christianity originated in the land of Asia, along with other major world religion. In spite of many missionary endeavors in Asia on the part of the Catholic and Protestant Church, the Christian gospel is not yet deeply ...
