NATURE AND PURPOSE This volume is a collection of twenty-three papers read at the International Symposium on Africa and the Old Testament, in Karen, in October 1999. It is part of the Biblical Studies in African scholarship series which features titles by contemporary African Christian theologians. The purpose of the series generally is to make…
In making a comparison of birth control pills, it should be known that oral contraceptives have been around the market for over 45 years. It was first tagged as the pill when it was first approved by the US Food and Drug Administration or FDA. This form is the most reliable that women turn to…
Court Entertainment Imperial and royal courts have provided training grounds and support for professional entertainers, with different cultures using palaces, castles and forts in different ways. In the Maya city states, for example, "spectacles often took place in large plazas in front of palaces; the crowds gathered either there or in designated places from which…
Some individuals really have a fear of getting older. They don’t want to be viewed by society as a has been. They aren’t really sure what their future holds so they tend to dwell on it. They may have memories of their own parents or grandparents with difficulties as they got older. It is only…
Almost every woman knows that it is important to eat well while you are pregnant. The benefit it provides you and your baby is invaluable. But, do you also know how important it is to eat well even before you get pregnant? If you are actively trying to get pregnant you have to make sure…
Heartburn does not just affect those who are high stressed or love their spicy foods. Pregnant women suffer from heartburn too. You will find as your pregnancy progresses that antacids tend to become your best friend. Heartburn has nothing to do with your heart. It is when the acid from your stomach leaks up into…
Sex has a way of making relationships difficult when we are younger. Many young people struggle with the issue of when it is the right time for them to start having sex. They may feel they have found the right person and then down the road wish they had waited for someone else to share…
Are you married? If you are, are you currently satisfied with the level and amount of intimacy that you receive? If you are not, you may want to take action right away. Although a marriage should not be built on sex, it is still an important component. Unfortunately, when it comes to intimacy and not…
Sex can continue for women at any age, but there are some common problems that can affect those over 60 and make it uncomfortable. If you aren’t feeling good during the activity of course it is going to be something you avoid being a part of. That can really make you feel less attractive and…
Are you looking to improve your sex life? If you are, you may have already heard that being spontaneous is advised. Spontaneity often leads it an increase in interest and an increase in satisfaction, in terms of intimacy. Unfortunately, some men and women find being spontaneous a lot easier said than done. If you are…