In this paper, I am concerned with the relationship of the book of Daniel and the biblical wisdom literature. The study draws its impetus from the belief of von Rad that apocalyptic is the "child" of wisdom (1965, II, pp. 304-15). My intent is to test von Rad's claim by a study of wisdom terminology in Daniel in order to determine whether, in fact, that book has its roots in the wisdom traditio...

Defining collective experience and determining when wisdom takes precedence are, indeed, daunting tasks. In order to prepare my position on this subject, inspiration (particularly from Anthony Asher), self-reflection, much thought, and research were required. To accomplish this task, I specifically address four points: (1) the development of an understanding of clinical wisdom, (2) the role of ...

Shirley Caesar, a celebrated, multiple award-winning gospel singer and preacher, used retold stories about three transformative spiritual experiences to build case for defending her call preach. These ritualistic events included chronicling conversion, spirit baptism, experiences. In this discussion, I examine the contexts of Caesar’s familial religious backgrounds, Christian Protestant preachi...

Science is an "endless frontier," and opportunities for transformative discovery abound. The young scientist will profit by paying mind to two forms of balance: the contrast between depth and breadth in training, and the contrast between hypothesis-driven research and random inquiry into the unknown.