Feminine mysticism, practical devotion, and Cape Pietism, 1700–1860. In the last phase of Middle Ages, medieval piety mysticism converged in movement called Devotio Moderna (Modern Devotion). decades fourteenth century, Modern Devotion arose as a new religious northern Low Countries, had major influence upon life Europe. It was particularly popular with women; but until now, there has been litt...

Tattoos play an important role in many religions. Tattoos have been used for thousands of years as important tools in ritual and tradition. Judaism, Christianity, and Islam have been hostile to the use of tattoos, but many religions, in particular Buddhism and Hinduism, make extensive use of them. This article examines their use as tools for protection and devotion.

Convergence of communication technologies and innovative product features are expanding themarkets for technological products and services. Prior literature on technology acceptance and use has focused on utilitarian belief factors as predictors of rational adoption decisions and subsequent user behavior. This presupposes that consumers’ intentions to use technology are based on functional or u...

Growing up in a family that lacks a biological father is correlated with a number of poor outcomes for youths. This study uses the National Educational Longitudinal Survey of 1988 to examine the extent to which differences in income or in parental involvement can explain the effects of family structure on youth outcomes. We find that measurement error in income from single-parent homes affects ...

As I walked toward the elevators at the end of a long call night, I saw a patient sitting on the edge of her bed, staring blankly into the hall. Like many on the oncology floor, she had lost her hair. I waved at her. She nodded. I took a few steps into her room. I introduced myself; she told me her name— Julie. I asked Julie how she was feeling. “I’m trying to make a decision,” she said, chokin...

This article examines the living images of Virgin through illustration one most important collections miracles 13th century, Les Miracles de Nostre Dame by Gautier Coinci. In this case, I will focus my attention on manuscript 551 Besançon (Besançon, BM, MS 551), which, although it has many flaws in its manufacture, offers an interesting presentation images. The study these miniatures reflects i...