Author: Thomas Pegelow Kaplan
Publisher: Berghahn Books
ISBN: 1789207215
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 261
Book Description
Since antiquity, European Jewish diaspora communities have used formal appeals to secular and religious authorities to secure favors or protection. Such petitioning took on particular significance in modern dictatorships, often as the only tool left for voicing political opposition. During the Holocaust, tens of thousands of European Jews turned to individual and collective petitions in the face of state-sponsored violence. This volume offers the first extensive analysis of petitions authored by Jews in nations ruled by the Nazis and their allies. It demonstrates their underappreciated value as a historical source and reveals the many attempts of European Jews to resist intensifying persecution and actively struggle for survival.
Resisting Persecution
Author: Thomas Pegelow Kaplan
Publisher: Berghahn Books
ISBN: 1789207215
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 261
Book Description
Since antiquity, European Jewish diaspora communities have used formal appeals to secular and religious authorities to secure favors or protection. Such petitioning took on particular significance in modern dictatorships, often as the only tool left for voicing political opposition. During the Holocaust, tens of thousands of European Jews turned to individual and collective petitions in the face of state-sponsored violence. This volume offers the first extensive analysis of petitions authored by Jews in nations ruled by the Nazis and their allies. It demonstrates their underappreciated value as a historical source and reveals the many attempts of European Jews to resist intensifying persecution and actively struggle for survival.
Publisher: Berghahn Books
ISBN: 1789207215
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 261
Book Description
Since antiquity, European Jewish diaspora communities have used formal appeals to secular and religious authorities to secure favors or protection. Such petitioning took on particular significance in modern dictatorships, often as the only tool left for voicing political opposition. During the Holocaust, tens of thousands of European Jews turned to individual and collective petitions in the face of state-sponsored violence. This volume offers the first extensive analysis of petitions authored by Jews in nations ruled by the Nazis and their allies. It demonstrates their underappreciated value as a historical source and reveals the many attempts of European Jews to resist intensifying persecution and actively struggle for survival.
Moral Perception and Particularity
Author: Lawrence A. Blum
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521436199
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
This collection of Laurence Blum's essays examines the moral import of emotion, motivation, judgement, perception, and group identifications.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521436199
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
This collection of Laurence Blum's essays examines the moral import of emotion, motivation, judgement, perception, and group identifications.
Resisting Rebellion
Author: Anthony James Joes
Publisher: University Press of Kentucky
ISBN: 9780813191706
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 364
Book Description
In Resisting Rebellion, Anthony James Joes explores insurgencies ranging across five continents and spanning more than two centuries. Analyzing examples from North and South America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, he identifies recurrent patterns and offers useful lessons for future policymakers. Insurgencies arise from many sources of discontent, including foreign occupation, fraudulent elections, and religious persecution, but they also stem from ethnic hostilities, the aspirations of would-be elites, and traditions of political violence. Because insurgency is as much a political phenomenon as a military one, effective counterinsurgency requires a thorough understanding of the insurgents' motives and sources of support. Clear political aims must guide military action if a counterinsurgency is to be successful and prepare a lasting reconciliation within a deeply fragmented society. The most successful counterinsurgency campaign undertaken by the United States was the one against Philippine insurgents following the Spanish-American War. But even more instructive than successful counterinsurgencies are the persistent patterns of errors revealed by Joes's comparative study. Instances include the indiscriminate destructiveness displayed by the Japanese in China and the Soviets in Afghanistan, and the torture of suspected Muslim terrorists by members of the French Army in Algeria. Joes's comprehensive twofold approach to counterinsurgency is easily applied to the U.S. The first element, developing the strategic basis for victory, emphasizes creating a peaceful path to the redress of legitimate grievances, committing sufficient troops to the counterinsurgent operation, and isolating the conflict area from outside aid. The second element aims at marginalizing the insurgents and includes fair conduct toward civilians and prisoners, systematic intelligence gathering, depriving insurgents of weapons and food, separating insurgent leaders from their followers, and offering amnesty to all but the most incorrigible. Providing valuable insights into a world of conflict, Resisting Rebellion is a thorough and readable exploration of successes and failures in counterinsurgency's long history and a strategy for the future.
Publisher: University Press of Kentucky
ISBN: 9780813191706
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 364
Book Description
In Resisting Rebellion, Anthony James Joes explores insurgencies ranging across five continents and spanning more than two centuries. Analyzing examples from North and South America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, he identifies recurrent patterns and offers useful lessons for future policymakers. Insurgencies arise from many sources of discontent, including foreign occupation, fraudulent elections, and religious persecution, but they also stem from ethnic hostilities, the aspirations of would-be elites, and traditions of political violence. Because insurgency is as much a political phenomenon as a military one, effective counterinsurgency requires a thorough understanding of the insurgents' motives and sources of support. Clear political aims must guide military action if a counterinsurgency is to be successful and prepare a lasting reconciliation within a deeply fragmented society. The most successful counterinsurgency campaign undertaken by the United States was the one against Philippine insurgents following the Spanish-American War. But even more instructive than successful counterinsurgencies are the persistent patterns of errors revealed by Joes's comparative study. Instances include the indiscriminate destructiveness displayed by the Japanese in China and the Soviets in Afghanistan, and the torture of suspected Muslim terrorists by members of the French Army in Algeria. Joes's comprehensive twofold approach to counterinsurgency is easily applied to the U.S. The first element, developing the strategic basis for victory, emphasizes creating a peaceful path to the redress of legitimate grievances, committing sufficient troops to the counterinsurgent operation, and isolating the conflict area from outside aid. The second element aims at marginalizing the insurgents and includes fair conduct toward civilians and prisoners, systematic intelligence gathering, depriving insurgents of weapons and food, separating insurgent leaders from their followers, and offering amnesty to all but the most incorrigible. Providing valuable insights into a world of conflict, Resisting Rebellion is a thorough and readable exploration of successes and failures in counterinsurgency's long history and a strategy for the future.
Daily Report, Foreign Radio Broadcasts
Author: United States. Central Intelligence Agency
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : World politics
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : World politics
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Hearings
Author: United States. Congress. House
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 2182
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 2182
Book Description
History of the Rise and Influence of the Spirit of Rationalism in Europe
Author: William Edward Hartpole Lecky
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 472
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 472
Book Description
The Times to Come Have Come
Author: David White
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 135
Book Description
The times that have been foreseen, foretold, and mostly feared have suddenly come upon us. These will prove to be times like no other in history. If God had intended for you to live during any other age, He would have arranged it. Yet from the foundation of the world God has purposed you live on the earth during a time of unprecedented deception and darkness and yet unequaled grace and glory. God has promised hope and help in troubled times. You may even discover that you were more prepared for these days than you had ever dreamed. Because the times that were to come, have come and you are here to be a part. “...but the people who know their God shall be strong, and carry out great exploits” (Dan 11:32b)
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 135
Book Description
The times that have been foreseen, foretold, and mostly feared have suddenly come upon us. These will prove to be times like no other in history. If God had intended for you to live during any other age, He would have arranged it. Yet from the foundation of the world God has purposed you live on the earth during a time of unprecedented deception and darkness and yet unequaled grace and glory. God has promised hope and help in troubled times. You may even discover that you were more prepared for these days than you had ever dreamed. Because the times that were to come, have come and you are here to be a part. “...but the people who know their God shall be strong, and carry out great exploits” (Dan 11:32b)
The Apocalypse of John
Author: Isbon Thaddeus Beckwith
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bible
Languages : en
Pages : 814
Book Description
Publisher:
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Category : Bible
Languages : en
Pages : 814
Book Description
Heroines of the Holocaust
Author: Lori R. Weintrob
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1040257623
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
This book brings together international scholars to examine and share new approaches in the history of women’s rescue and resistance during the Holocaust and the Armenian and Rwandan genocide. The activities of women during the Holocaust have often been forgotten, erased, misunderstood, or intentionally distorted. Jewish women and those of all faiths fought with dignity, compassion, and courage to save others from the murderous Nazi regime in many nations. Women played essential roles operating educational, cultural, humanitarian, and armed resistance initiatives, thereby preserving social customs, religious traditions, lives, and histories in defiance of oppression in the Holocaust and other genocides. There remain many untold, heroic stories of women challenging the Nazis with pen, pistol, or sabotage. With contributions from a collection of authors, some of whom are descendants of resistance leaders, the chapters focus on different kinds of activities which are considered as forms of resistance or Amidah: strengthening solidarity among themselves, creating open, but hidden spaces for cultural life, promoting religious or political activities, acting as leaders in networks of defiance, and transferring important information within the camp or to the outer world, among others. Discussing the efforts to respond with humanity to the inhumanity that these women confronted, this volume will open up avenues of inquiry that are critical in the face of rising antisemitism and authoritarian movements that threaten democracy and mutual respect. This volume will be of value to scholars and students interested in Second World War History, Women’s and Gender History, Jewish Studies, and the history of the Holocaust.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1040257623
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
This book brings together international scholars to examine and share new approaches in the history of women’s rescue and resistance during the Holocaust and the Armenian and Rwandan genocide. The activities of women during the Holocaust have often been forgotten, erased, misunderstood, or intentionally distorted. Jewish women and those of all faiths fought with dignity, compassion, and courage to save others from the murderous Nazi regime in many nations. Women played essential roles operating educational, cultural, humanitarian, and armed resistance initiatives, thereby preserving social customs, religious traditions, lives, and histories in defiance of oppression in the Holocaust and other genocides. There remain many untold, heroic stories of women challenging the Nazis with pen, pistol, or sabotage. With contributions from a collection of authors, some of whom are descendants of resistance leaders, the chapters focus on different kinds of activities which are considered as forms of resistance or Amidah: strengthening solidarity among themselves, creating open, but hidden spaces for cultural life, promoting religious or political activities, acting as leaders in networks of defiance, and transferring important information within the camp or to the outer world, among others. Discussing the efforts to respond with humanity to the inhumanity that these women confronted, this volume will open up avenues of inquiry that are critical in the face of rising antisemitism and authoritarian movements that threaten democracy and mutual respect. This volume will be of value to scholars and students interested in Second World War History, Women’s and Gender History, Jewish Studies, and the history of the Holocaust.
Saint Paul as Spiritual Director
Author: Victor A. Copan
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1556356617
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 341
Book Description
In recent years much has been written on spiritual direction. However, confusion and at times outright contradiction exist between the aims and methodologies of various models of Christian spiritual direction. In order to develop solid criteria for evaluating and critiquing these models it is necessary to root the practice of spiritual direction in the biblical record. The intention of this study is to provide such biblical moorings by examining the Apostle Paul as a case study in his function as a spiritual director--with respect to his aims and praxis of spiritually forming the members of the congregations he founded.
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1556356617
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 341
Book Description
In recent years much has been written on spiritual direction. However, confusion and at times outright contradiction exist between the aims and methodologies of various models of Christian spiritual direction. In order to develop solid criteria for evaluating and critiquing these models it is necessary to root the practice of spiritual direction in the biblical record. The intention of this study is to provide such biblical moorings by examining the Apostle Paul as a case study in his function as a spiritual director--with respect to his aims and praxis of spiritually forming the members of the congregations he founded.