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Sanctity, Gender and Authority in Medieval Caucasia
From the early fourth century, the veneration of saints and relics spread rapidly across Christendom from the British Isles to Iran.In late antique Caucasia, the cult of the saints was immediately integrated into Armenian and Georgian identity and political discourses.It was used to legitimise royal rule, sanctify domains and dynasties, define political realms and justify political decisions.This book is the first systematic study of this history.Discussing a wide variety of sources from Armenia, Georgia, Byzantium and Russia which have not been examined together before, it investigates the interaction of sanctity, holy relics, gender and politics in the medieval Caucasus, with a particular focus on Georgia.Nikoloz Aleksidze analyses three chronological eras: the first section focuses on late antiquity and the early Middle Ages, when the cult of the relics was formed in Caucasian writing; the second explores the medieval era, when the Bagratids ruled in Georgia and the cults of figures such as St George, the Mother of God and Queen Tamar were shaped and politicised; and the third navigates a similar entanglement of sanctity, gender and political rhetoric in Russian Imperial and Georgian national discourse.
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‘Astonishing, frightening, spectacular’ NEW STATESMAN ‘A lasting monument to the uncanny’ GUARDIAN ‘Chilling’ NEW YORK TIMES A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER With an introduction by N.K. Jemisin After thirty years, the secret government agency known as the Southern Reach has been unable to solve the mysteries of Area X, a seemingly malevolent landscape wiped clean of human civilisation. Or is “pristine wilderness” a better description? Expedition after expedition has failed to come up with answers, often disastrously.The Southern Reach, in the process, has become a backwater agency, forgotten and underfunded despite the urgency of its mission.Following the tumultuous twelfth expedition chronicled in Annihilation, the agency is in complete disarray. Enter John Rodriguez (aka “Control”), the Southern Reach’s newly appointed director.Working with a distrustful team desperate for success, Control must navigate a maze of frustrating interrogations, a cache of hidden notes, and hours of profoundly troubling video footage.What does it all mean? Can he reach some kind of understanding before it’s too late? In Authority, the second volume of Jeff VanderMeer’s Southern Reach Trilogy, many of Area X’s most disturbing questions are answered … but the answers are far from reassuring. 'Very, very scary!' WIRED 'Extraordinary' SLATE 'Successfully creepy' WASHINGTON POST
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Dragons : Meet the Legendary Monsters of Mythology
An epic guide to the history and mythology of dragons from around the world for fantasy-mad kids by medieval historian Dr Cait Stevenson. For thousands of years humans have feared or revered dragons, be they winged fire-breathing monsters from Europe or slithering water gods from Asia.In this book, featuring beautiful illustrations courtesy of Cinthya Alvarez, readers will be charmed by ancient myths and learn about the cultures that gave birth to these legendary monsters.Includes the stories of: Fáfnir, a dragon from Norse mythology whose greed gets the better of him The female dragon-slayer from the Arabic folktales One Thousand and One Nights Apophis, the dragon god of ancient Egyptian myth who stalks the underworldReaders will also learn about the link between dragons and dinosaurs, meet real-life dragons such as Komodo dragons and bearded dragons, study dragon constellations, encounter the dragons of J.R. R. Tolkien’s Middle Earth, and wonder at the popularity of games such as Dungeons & Dragons. It’s everything kids who love dragons could ever want to know!
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Punk Authority
Pete Swanson's latest album, Punk Authority, is a breath of fresh air in a genre that can sometimes feel stale. Swanson brings his unique blend of punk and electronic influences to create a sound that is both nostalgic and forward-thinking. From the opening track, "Rebel Yell," Swanson's energy is infectious, with pounding drums and distorted guitars driving the music forward. His gritty vocals add a sense of urgency to the songs, as if he's on a mission to shake up the status quo of the music industry. Tracks like "Anarchy in the UK" and "God Save the Queen" showcase Swanson's irreverent sense of humour, as he takes aim at political and cultural icons with his biting lyrics. The production on these tracks is top-notch, with layers of synths and percussion creating a dense, chaotic sound that perfectly complements Swanson's rebellious attitude. Despite the album's title, Punk Authority is anything but formulaic. Swanson experiments with different sounds and structures throughout, keeping the listener on their toes and never quite sure what to expect next. This sense of unpredictability is what sets Swanson apart from other artists in the genre, making Punk Authority a must-listen for anyone looking for something fresh and exciting in the world of punk music. In conclusion, Pete Swanson's Punk Authority is a bold statement from an artist who isn't afraid to push boundaries and challenge expectations. With its infectious energy and fearless attitude, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who gives it a listen.
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What is the difference between personal authority, professional authority, and official authority?
Personal authority refers to the influence and power an individual has based on their personal qualities, such as charisma, expertise, or leadership skills. Professional authority is derived from an individual's expertise, qualifications, and experience in a specific field or profession, giving them credibility and influence in that area. Official authority, on the other hand, is granted by an organization or institution, such as a government or company, and is typically associated with a specific role or position of power, such as a manager or a government official. While personal and professional authority are based on individual qualities and expertise, official authority is tied to a specific position or title within an organization.
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Would fire-breathing dragons be biologically possible?
No, fire-breathing dragons would not be biologically possible. The ability to breathe fire would require a biological mechanism to produce and expel a flammable substance, as well as a way to ignite it. There are no known biological systems that could accomplish this, and the energy required to produce and expel fire would be impractical for a living organism. Additionally, the heat and pressure from breathing fire would likely be harmful to the dragon's own body. Therefore, fire-breathing dragons are purely a product of mythology and fiction.
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What is the difference between personal authority and official authority?
Personal authority is the influence and power that an individual possesses based on their personal qualities, such as expertise, charisma, or reputation. It is not formally granted and is based on the individual's ability to persuade and lead others. On the other hand, official authority is the power and influence that comes from a formal position or title within an organization or institution. It is granted by the organization and comes with specific rights and responsibilities. While personal authority is based on individual qualities, official authority is based on the position held within a formal structure.
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What is authority pressure?
Authority pressure refers to the influence or coercion exerted by someone in a position of power or authority to make others comply with their demands or expectations. This pressure can come in various forms, such as direct orders, threats of punishment, or the use of rewards to incentivize obedience. Authority pressure can lead individuals to act against their own beliefs or values in order to conform to the wishes of those in power. It can be a powerful force in shaping behavior and decision-making within hierarchical structures.
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Consolation in Medieval Narrative : Augustinian Authority and Open Form
Medieval writers such as Chaucer, Abelard, and Langland often overlaid personal story and sacred history to produce a distinct narrative form.The first of its kind, this study traces this widely used narrative tradition to Augustine's two great histories: Confessions and City of God .
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Good Authority
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The Beguines of Medieval Paris : Gender, Patronage, and Spiritual Authority
In the thirteenth century, Paris was the largest city in Western Europe, the royal capital of France, and the seat of one of Europe's most important universities.In this vibrant and cosmopolitan city, the beguines, women who wished to devote their lives to Christian ideals without taking formal vows, enjoyed a level of patronage and esteem that was uncommon among like communities elsewhere.Some Parisian beguines owned shops and played a vital role in the city's textile industry and economy.French royals and nobles financially supported the beguinages, and university clerics looked to the beguines for inspiration in their pedagogical endeavors.The Beguines of Medieval Paris examines these religious communities and their direct participation in the city's commercial, intellectual, and religious life. Drawing on an array of sources, including sermons, religious literature, tax rolls, and royal account books, Tanya Stabler Miller contextualizes the history of Parisian beguines within a spectrum of lay religious activity and theological controversy.She examines the impact of women on the construction of medieval clerical identity, the valuation of women's voices and activities, and the surprising ways in which local networks and legal structures permitted women to continue to identify as beguines long after a church council prohibited the beguine status.Based on intensive archival research, The Beguines of Medieval Paris makes an original contribution to the history of female religiosity and labor, university politics and intellectual debates, royal piety, and the central place of Paris in the commerce and culture of medieval Europe.
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Conversion and Narrative : Reading and Religious Authority in Medieval Polemic
In 1322, a Jewish doctor named Abner entered a synagogue in the Castilian city of Burgos and began to weep in prayer.Falling asleep, he dreamed of a "great man" who urged him to awaken from his slumber.Shortly thereafter, he converted to Christianity and wrote a number of works attacking his old faith.Abner tells the story in fantastic detail in the opening to his Hebrew-language but anti-Jewish polemical treatise, Teacher of Righteousness. In the religiously plural context of the medieval Western Mediterranean, religious conversion played an important role as a marker of social boundaries and individual identity.The writers of medieval religious polemics such as Teacher of Righteousness often began by giving a brief, first-person account of the rejection of their old faith and their embrace of the new.In such accounts, Ryan Szpiech argues, the narrative form plays an important role in dramatizing the transition from infidelity to faith. Szpiech draws on a wide body of sources from Christian, Jewish, and Muslim polemics to investigate the place of narrative in the representation of conversion.Making a firm distinction between stories told about conversion and the experience of religious change, his book is not a history of conversion itself but a comparative study of how and why it was presented in narrative form within the context of religious disputation.He argues that between the twelfth and fifteenth centuries, conversion narratives were needed to represent communal notions of history and authority in allegorical, dramatic terms.After considering the late antique paradigms on which medieval Christian conversion narratives were based, Szpiech juxtaposes Christian stories with contemporary accounts of conversion to Islam and Judaism.He emphasizes that polemical conflict between Abrahamic religions in the medieval Mediterranean centered on competing visions of history and salvation.By seeing conversion not as an individual experience but as a public narrative, Conversion and Narrative provides a new, interdisciplinary perspective on medieval writing about religious disputes.
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Are you authority-minded?
As an AI, I do not have personal preferences or inclinations. My purpose is to provide accurate and helpful information to the best of my ability, regardless of authority or hierarchy. I am programmed to be neutral and objective in my responses.
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What are authority figures?
Authority figures are individuals who hold power and influence over others in a particular setting or context. They are often seen as leaders or decision-makers and are typically responsible for maintaining order, enforcing rules, and making important decisions. Authority figures can include parents, teachers, employers, government officials, and other individuals who have the ability to guide and direct others. Their role is to provide structure and direction within their respective domains.
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Which authority is responsible, the trade supervisory authority or the health department?
The responsibility for overseeing trade-related activities, such as food safety and hygiene standards, typically falls under the jurisdiction of the health department. The health department is responsible for ensuring that businesses comply with regulations related to food handling, storage, and preparation to protect public health. On the other hand, the trade supervisory authority may be responsible for overseeing general trade practices and regulations, but when it comes to health and safety standards in the context of food and beverage businesses, the health department is usually the primary authority.
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What is the difference between individual representation authority and individual management authority?
Individual representation authority refers to the power of an individual to act on behalf of another person or entity, such as a lawyer representing a client in court. On the other hand, individual management authority refers to the power of an individual to make decisions and take actions on their own behalf, such as a business owner managing their company's operations. In essence, representation authority involves acting on behalf of someone else, while management authority involves making decisions for oneself.
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