Ed Sanders is an American poet and musician, often described as a bridge between the Beat and Hippie generations. His work frequently explores themes of social justice and environmental activism, characterized by a raw honesty and an avant-garde style. He possesses a distinctive, unconventional approach that blurs the lines between poetry, music, and journalism. Sanders's writing reflects his activist spirit and visionary outlook, fearlessly engaging with provocative subjects and the darker aspects of society.
Focusing on primary evidence, the book explores the functioning religion of Judaism during a specific historical period, highlighting the religious practices and daily lives of ordinary individuals. It draws parallels between pagan rituals and Jewish practices, emphasizing shared theological concepts. This examination offers insight into the complexities of faith and daily life in a diverse religious landscape.
With over 100,000 copies sold, 'First Steps in Counselling' sets the standard for approachable, entry-level texts, mapping out the ground for those with little or no prior experience. The fourth edition brings this best-selling text up-to-date for today's introductory students.
In this now-classic work, E. P. Sanders carefully shows that what was important in Second Temple Judaism was the common Judaism of the people, their observances of regular practices, and the beliefs that informed them. Sanders offers a remarkably comprehensive presentation of Judaism as a functioning religion: the temple and its routine and festivals; questions of purity, sacrifices, tithes, and taxes; and common theology and hopes for the future. This is a detailed, clear, and well-argued account of all aspects of Jewish religion of the time.
Focusing on the reliability of the Synoptic Gospels, Dr. Sanders reassesses the differences in traditions about Jesus as presented in each Gospel. He examines the methods and criteria scholars use to trace these variations back to the earliest Christian traditions. This study aims to clarify the complexities surrounding the authenticity of the Gospel narratives and the implications for understanding early Christian beliefs.
Exploring the reasons behind Jesus' crucifixion, this study delves into the distinctiveness of his teachings compared to other forms of Judaism of the time. Sanders presents a thought-provoking analysis that sheds light on the historical and theological context of Jesus' life and message, offering insights that challenge conventional perspectives.
The book offers a deep exploration of Carl Rogers' life, highlighting his significant contributions as the founder of the person-centred approach in psychology. It presents clear explanations of his key theoretical concepts, showcasing his influence as one of the most important psychologists and psychotherapists of the 20th century. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of Rogers' ideas and their impact on the field of psychotherapy.
Focuses on the practice of core counselling and professional skills, with vignettes, activities, notes from practice, full references, suggestions for further reading and a running glossary.
For students, researchers or practitioners wanting a succinct guide to person- centred theory and practice.
The highly acclaimed most accessible basic introduction for everyone wanting to know more about counselling and helping.
Suitable for mental health service users, their carers, students and mental health professionals, this book presents a frank introduction to the causes of mental health problems.