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The theodicies of Hans Jonas and Jürgen Moltmann: Proposing an alternative reformed angle by Vorster, Nico

“…Auschwitz had a profound impact on the theological landscape. It led to God’s lordship, goodness and power being put on trial. If God exists and if he is a…”
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Reflections on the human spirit and divine spirit: Michael Welker's natural theology by Vorster, Nico

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Human action and social structures. A Reformed theological critique of conflict theory and micro-interactionist theory by Vorster, Nico

“…People’s understanding of the origins of social structures and their relatedness, or lack thereof, to human actions and divine providence has a bearing on the…”
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Land and identity in South Africa : an immanent moral critique of dominant discourses in the debate on expropriation without compensation by Vorster, Nico

“…Ownership is an important identity marker. It provides people with a sense of autonomy, rootedness and opportunity. This essay examines the oral submissions of…”
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Reformed identity revisited : proposals in the spirit of Ecclesia Semper Reformanda est by Vorster, Nico

“…This article commences by reflecting on the evolving nature of traditions. In order to pass the continual test of plausibility and authenticity, traditions…”
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Reformed theology and ‘decolonised’ identity. Finding a grammar for peaceful coexistence by Vorster, Nico

“…Decolonisation discourse has gained significant momentum in South Africa with the rise of the various #MustFall movements that strive to rid South Africa of…”
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Land, group identities and competing justice values in South Africa: Reformed perspectives on embracive justice and permeable identity formation by Vorster, Nico

“…This contribution argues that competing justice values are hindering progress in the land debate in South Africa. Two factors contribute to this state of…”
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Assessing the consistency of John Calvin’s doctrine on human sinfulness by Vorster, Nico

“…The accusation is often levelled at Calvin that his doctrine on sin is inconsistent, contradictory, deterministic and culpable of making God the Author of sin…”
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From virtue ethics to rights ethics: Did the Reformation pave the way for secular ethics? by Vorster, Nico

“…In chapter four of his book, The unintended Reformation, Brad Gregory argues that ethical thinking since the 1500’s experienced a major shift in emphasis from…”
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A theological perspective on human dignity, equality and freedom by Vorster, Nico

“…Human dignity has proven to be a vague term in liberal rights discourse because of its broad range. This article attempted to provide a Christian definition of…”
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Redaksionele voorwoord by Vorster, Nico

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Resensie: Teologie van die koninkryk. Studies in dogmatiek en etiek by Vorster, Nico

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Theological perspectives on the presbyterial church governance system by Vorster, Nico

“…Abstract only…”
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Divine power, justice, and reconciliation by Vorster, Nico

“…This contribution seeks to provide a plausible answer to the question as to whether the biblical concepts of justice and reconciliation are compatible with the…”
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Reflections on the human spirit and divine spirit: Michael Welker’s natural theology by Vorster, Nico

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Human action and social structures. A Reformed theological critique of conflict theory and micro-interactionist theory by Vorster, Nico

“…People's understanding of the origins of social structures and their relatedness, or lack thereof, to human actions and divine providence has a bearing on the…”
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Transformation in South Africa and the Kingdom of God by Nico Vorster

“…The concept of transformation is currently ill defined and often abused for political and ideological ends. This article attempts to provide a sound value base…”
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Killing From the Inside Out: Moral Injury and Just War. By Robert EmmetMeagher. Pp. 161, Eugene, OR, Cascade Books, 2014 by Vorster, Nico

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Land dispossession as “original sin”. Can christian original sin talk be used as diagnostic tool within the public domain? by Vorster, Nico

“…This contribution considers the descriptive value of original sin talk within the public domain against the background of the South African land reform debate…”
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Erratum: Editorial: Prophetic witness in weakness by Vorster, Nico

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