George Fox

determined group of religious settlers intent on living simply and spiritually, gradually migrated to secluded Pennsylvania to escape harassment from the Puritans. Although both groups preached the virtues of thrift, sobriety, and hard work at one’s calling, they differed theologically. The Quakers, also known as the Society of Friends, rejected the idea of predestination and instead argued that God’s grace was a gift offered to all. They were viewed by the Puritans as an extremely left-wing group because of their “perfectionist enthusiasm, insistent pacifism, and egalitarian implications (28).” Both groups agreed that obtaining wealth was only natural, but that this wealth should only be transitory, and that the real wealth was eternal. George Fox, the founder of the Society of Friends, knew that hard-working Quakers would naturally gain wealth, but he warned that with wealth, one’s heart could be plagued. The original “Quaker ethic” focused on rules by which to live rather than living to gain wealth. The idea of simplicity would reinforce the value of social justice while warding off “the evils of conceit, greed, and superfluity (29).” Unlike the Puritans, the Society of Friends felt that the gap between the wealthy and poor should be lessened. William Penn, the leader of the “holy experiment” in Pennsylvania, was determined that his Quaker settlement would steadily follow the idea of simple living instead of succumbing to “declining piety” and “rising materialism” which…

Liberty can be defined as having freedom from control and restriction. A person who has liberty is not restricted, by the government, more than the people around him, and has the ability to do anything or think any idea that others around him or her can. As the Quakers fought to attain liberty and free themselves from the oppressive restrictions of the Puritan Government they did so with little aid from government entities. The Quakers were a relatively new sect of Christianity that was formed…

George Fox University George Fox University was founded as a school for Quakers in 1885, but has rapidly grown to become the second-largest private university in Oregon. The university is located in Newberg, Oregon, which is more or less in-between its campus centers in Salem and Portland. The private university is a science and liberal arts university that offers a 14 to one student-faculty ratio. There are approximately 200 faculty members who instruct over 3,900 students spread through the…

For this live response I was able to go to the George fox jazz concert. I was surprised there was not more people there. The cool thing was there was on stage seating! I was bummed because I was not able to go up there because my back was hurting me so bad. Its alright though, the acoustics were still fine from the seat in the auditorium. The lighting was focused on the left of the stage and the performers, as usual. The performers who were not playing were seated at the front left of the…

Skoglund herself. When she was three, she became ill with polio which paralyzed her left shoulder and weakened her left arm. Because of her injury, Skoglund often felt different from the other children, making her become extremely aware of the difference between appearances and reality--between how things may look and how they are. She may not look handicapped, but unfortunately, she is. (Wolf 39). Skoglund suffered from a disease which made her a bit handicapped, which caused her to believe…

The Red fox is found in more places than any other wild canine living all over the Northern Hemisphere. From the Arctic Circle and all of Asia, to Central America and even the northern Africa. Kitsune in Japan are connected to the god Inari Ōkami, the god of rice, rice harvest, and prosperity for farmers. Inari’s messenger and friend is the fox, or foxes depending on the image. Thus there are fox statues at Shinto shrines dedicated to the god Inari. Besides fox statues the shrines are also…

Foxes What are a group of foxes called? What are some fox habitats? Foxes are enthralling creatures, Loved by many, and have a lot of fascinating facts about them. They are most commonly found throughout the Northern Hemisphere (United States), and are a part of the dog family. Foxes are generally friendly towards humans, and therefore, are not always a threat. Foxes are often shy, and can even be found in other religions and culture, such as Japanese culture, in which foxes are spirits…

The Arctic fox can survive frigid Arctic temperatures as low as –58°F in the treeless lands where it makes its home. It has furry paws, short ears, and a short muzzle all-important adaptations to the chilly climate Arctic foxes live in burrows, and in a blizzard they may tunnel into the snow to create shelter.Only fox that changes color,their white coat (sometimes gray)are used as camouflage.When the seasons change the fox’s coat turns into a bluish gray color.These colorings help foxes to…

never kept a close eye on me. I looked out for myself. I can hunt, I can defend myself, and I do it better than some of your warriors! But I'm just supposed to lay around camp and wait for orders from some fleabag? It’s unfair!” “Quailfang is no fleabag,” Whitenose corrected. “They’re well respected both within our clan and among others, and it would do you well to learn that.” When Brightpaw didn’t answer, he continued. “I know you can hunt and defend yourself, but have you considered that…

About Red rooster Red Rooster is an Australian fast food restaurant chain which serves roast chicken. Since beginning its entryways in 1972 Red Rooster has become one of the biggest Australian worked junk food franchised restaurants, utilizing more than 7500 staff from in excess of 360 stores. Its headquarter in Balcatta, Western Australia. Red Rooster is prominent the whole way across Australia for their oven-roasted chicken which has been marinated for around 12 hours. There key to…