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Reflective thinking in clinical nursing education: a concept analysis
Authors: Chabeli M. , Muller M.
Published: November 2012

Over decades nursing had an interest in clarifying and developing its knowledge base and its conceptual foundation. Reflective thinking has become a popular word in nursing education world wide, but its meaning and effective use remains debatable because of lack of clarity in its meaning (Mackintosh, 1998:553). The researcher engaged in the concept analysis of reflective thinking so as to fully understand its meaning and interpretation, hence the research question to be addressed by this article is: “What is the meaning of reflective thinking in clinical nursing education?”
Registered nurses’ experience of the withdrawal of treatment from the critically ill patient in an intensive care unit
Authors: Van Rooyen D , Elfick M , Strümpher J
Published: November 2012

In this article the results of research undertaken to explore and describe the experience of Registered Nurses regarding the withdrawal of treatment from the critically ill patient in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU), are discussed. Withdrawal of treatment from a critically ill patient in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is a very traumatic experience for all those involved. The Registered Nurse has the most contact with all those who are involved throughout the process. This raises questions regarding how the nurse experiences the withdrawal of treatment, and about guidelines that can be developed to accompany the nurse during the process of treatment withdrawal. The study was qualitative, descriptive, exploratory, descriptive and contextual in nature. Data was gathered by means of phenomenological interviews conducted by the researcher. Trustworthiness was ensured through the implementation of Guba’s model (in Krefting 1991: 214). The following themes were identified: 1. The relationships the nurse develops with individuals involved in the process of treatment withdrawal. 2. The inner moral conflict experienced by the nurse relating to the ethical aspects of withdrawal of treatment. The focus of this article is on the discussion of these experiences of the registered nurses. Based on the identified themes, guidelines were developed to accompany the nurse during the process of withdrawal of treatment.
A model for facilitation in nursing education
Authors: Lekalakala-Mokgele E , Du Rand PP
Published: November 2012

A key step in the development of a model for learning is to identify the needs of both the facilitators and the learners. The purpose of this study was to develop a model for facilitation in nursing education based on the identified needs of facilitators and learners and a confirmation by the literature. A qualitative research design was used and the population of the study was the facilitators and the learners of departments/ schools of nursing in four universities in South Africa. Focus group interviews were conducted with facilitators and learners. The sample was purposively selected. The results underline the needs as well as the perceptions of both facilitators and learners with regard to facilitation. Concepts were identified and analyzed from the identified needs which led to the development of the model for facilitation. The complete visual model was described and presented to experts for evaluation. Feedback from the evaluators was used to adapt and finalize the model, after which the model was again presented to evaluators who approved and accepted it. The model is a unique contribution to nursing education as it sets guidelines for a new field of learning in nursing education.
Research integrity and misconduct: a clarification of the concepts
Authors: Khanyile TD , Duma S , Fakude LP , Mbombo N , Daniels F , Sabone MS
Published: November 2012

The commercialization of research and the ever changing scientific environment has led scholars to shift the focus from promoting research integrity to regulating misconduct. As a result, most literature explains research integrity in terms of avoidance of misconduct. The purpose of the paper is to stimulate reflection and discussion on research integrity and research misconduct. This article explores the meaning of research integrity and research misconduct, and how research integrity can be promoted to ensure safer research and scholarship. We believe that the discussion can help clarify some hazy areas in the research and publication processes, and appreciate some crucial aspects that they may have seen taken for granted. The purpose of this article is to share with the readers some clarification or analysis of the two concepts namely: research integrity and misconduct. The objectives are: (1) To explore and analyse the concepts of research integrity and research misconduct from the educational or developmental perspective and not the legal perspective as others in literature have done. (2) To stimulate the reflection and discussion on strategies to promote research integrity and thus prevent research misconduct Literature review and concept analysis was undertaken to clarify the two concepts. We argue that the two concepts can be viewed along a continuum, i.e. where research integrity ends, research misconduct starts. We also argue that it is the responsibility of the research community at large to always ensure that the scientific ethics balance is maintained throughout the research process to ensure research integrity and avoid research misconduct. We also argue that research integrity is interlinked with morality while misconduct is interlinked with immorality.
A needs analysis for a non-abusive intervention programme in the School of Health Care Sciences at the University of Pretoria
Authors: Fouché LO , Du Toit R
Published: November 2012

Due to feedback from students, student abuse during fieldwork, was brought to the attention of the researchers. The study aimed to determine whether a need for a nonabusive intervention programme (NIP) existed amongst the School of Health Care Science students at the University of Pretoria. All students enrolled at the School of Health Care Sciences completed a questionnaire. An overwhelming response indicated that the majority of students (95.85%) have a need for a non-abusive intervention programme (NIP). A significant need was identified especially among Nursing-, Physiotherapy- and Radiography students, 2nd and 4,h year students, and within a psychiatric fieldwork setting. Two surprise findings were firstly, that students who have no history of abuse have a greater need for an intervention programme than students with a history of abuse. Secondly superiors in the field are responsible for the majority of abusive incidences reported by students. The implementation of a non-abusive intervention programme (NIP) to help students handle abusive incidences effectively and humanely is strongly recommended.
The views of undergraduate nursing students on caring for patients with HIV/AIDS
Authors: Madumo MM , Peu MD
Published: November 2012

A qualitative, exploratory and descriptive study was conducted with the purpose of exploring and describing the views of undergraduate nursing students on caring for HIV/AIDS patients. The study population consisted of BCur III nursing students studying at the Medical University of Southern Africa (Medunsa). Participants were purposively selected. Focus group interviews were used as a data collection instrument. Guided by a group moderator and responding to a central research question, participants shared their views about caring for HIV/AIDS patients. Tesch’s qualitative method of data analysis, as described by Cresswell (1994:155), was used to analyse the data. Caring for HIV/AIDS patients evoked emotions such as fear, anger and frustration among undergraduate nursing students. Students expressed needs such as the acquisition of knowledge and a reduction in the stigmatisation of patients with HIV/ AIDS, while the data analysis revealed demands such as more intensive clinical accompaniment by lecturers and antiretroviral therapy delivery by government. Suggested solutions included student participation in HIV/AIDS prevention campaigns and the upholding of patients’ rights. Curriculum innovation was recommended to improve students’ knowledge of HIV/AIDS and to ensure the provision of quality care for these patients.
Die moeder-kind verhouding
Authors: De J. Potgieter M.
Published: November 2012

Most parents with “ problem children” have other children who present few or no problems, but they declare, practically without exception, that from the start they have been unable to fathom their “ problem child” . Early help in this connection could be valuable. A mother will appreciate recognition of her baby as an individual by a doctor or nurse and will be readier to approach them later with her problems.
The future of community health nursing
Authors: Erasmus C.A.
Published: November 2012

Gerneenskapsgesondheid word bespreek asook die aard en omvang van die konsep van omvattende gesondheidsdienste. Die opleiding van die gemeenskapsgesondheidsverpleegster word beskrywe asook die funksies wat sy na haar opleiding kan vervul. Haar rol in die verskillende opsette waar omvattende gesondheidsdienste geskep sal word, word voorgestel.
Maatskaplike aspekte van geriatriese sorg
Authors: Louw D.
Published: November 2012

Dit is maar enkele dekades gelede dat Westerse gemeenskappe bewus geword het van die besondere behoeftes van die relatief groot en nog steeds groeiende persentasie bejaardes in hulle midde. Nie alleen het die liggaamlike behoeftes van liggaamlike afgetakelde bejaardes die aandag getrek nie maar die gemeenskappe het ook bewus geword van die maatskaplike behoeftes van ouerwordendes in ’n tydperk wat gekenmerk is deur die dramatiese veranderings in die lewenswyses van ons mense — veranderinge wat in baie opsigte ’n negatiewe invloed gehad het op die lewensomstandighede van ’n groot groep bejaardes. Welsynsbeplanners het besef dat hulle in hulle beplanning spesiale voorsiening moes maak vir die lewensbehoeftes van hierdie groep in die gemeenskap en dat hulle in die verband ’n groot agterstand het om in te haal. Geneeshere wat belang begin stel het in die gesondheidsbehoeftes van bejaardes het ook besef dat gevestigde geneeskundige praktyke geensins voldoen aan die spesifieke behoeftes van ’n groot groep bejaardes nie en dat groot aanpassings gemaak moes word met betrekking tot hulle benaderings en metodes van behandeling van hierdie pasiente.
The health needs of urban black aged in Cape Town
Authors: Wolff E.M.
Published: November 2012

It is well known that urbanization leads to a break down in the extended family structure; this has particular relevance to the aged in a Black community. A study was therefore designed to assess the health needs of urbanized Black aged and what facilities would be needed for their care.
The experience of childbrith in first-time mothers who received narcotic analgesics during the first stage of labour
Authors: Jantjes L. , Strumpher J. , Kotzé W.J.
Published: November 2012

This research has focused on the birthing experience of first-time mothers who received the narcotic analgesic combination of Pethidine and Hydroxyzine during the first stage of labour. A qualitative research methodology was used to collect data. Unstructured interviews were held with first-time mothers to obtain accounts of their experience of childbirth. These narrations were audio-taped while the participants were still being cared for in the postnatal ward of the hospital where delivery took place. Nine interviews were conducted with first-time mothers who gave birth normally vaginally after a normal pregnancy and who received a narcotic analgesic in the first stage of labour. The transcribed interviews were analyzed using Tesch’s method of descriptive analysis (in Creswell, 1994:115).
Implementing community-based education in basic nursing education programs in South Africa
Authors: Mtshali N.G.
Published: November 2012

Education of health professionals using principles of community-based education is the recommended national policy in South Africa. A paradigm shift to community based education is reported in a number of nursing education institutions in South Africa. Reviewed literature however revealed that in some educational institutions planning, implementation and evaluation of Community-based Educational (CBE) programmes tended to be haphazard, uncoordinated and ineffective, resulting in poor student motivation. Therefore the purpose of this study was to analyse the implementation of community-based education in basic nursing education programmes in South Africa. Strauss and Corbin’s (1990) grounded theory approach guided the research process. Data were collected by means of observation, interviews and document analysis. The findings revealed that collaborative decision-making involving all stakeholders was crucial especially during the curriculum planning phase. Furthermore, special criteria should be used when selecting community learning sites to ensure that the selected sites are able to facilitate the development of required graduate competencies. Collaborative effort, true partnership between academic institutions and communities, as well as government support and involvement emerged as necessary conditions for the successful implementation of community-based education programmes.
Health education training needs of educators at Makapanstad schools in the North West province
Authors: Peu M.D. , Napoles L. , Wenhold F. , Mostert-Wentzel K. , Seane N.
Published: November 2012

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to explore and describe the health education needs of educators at health promoting schools in Makapanstad in North West Province. Methodology: Qualitative, exploratory and descriptive paradigm was conducted. The population consisted of educators, at Makapanstad schools, who were directly involved with learners. The participants were purposively selected. Focus group interviews were conducted to collect relevant data from the participants. Tesch data analysis process was used to reach the findings of the research.Findings: The following categories were identified and theoretically confirmed: The need for the support by the University for the training of educators; The need for the University’s acknowledgement of educators’ responsibilities; The need for basic knowledge of health promotion; Common health needs of learners; and indirect health problems.Recommendation: It was recommended that a health education package be developed to assist in empowering learners in Makapanstad schools.
Die verpleegster se terapeutiese funksie
Authors: Harrington D.C. , Potgieter M.E.C.
Published: November 2012

Ons sou hierdie praatjie graag wou inlei met Virginia Henderson se definisie van verpleging: “ The unique function of the nurse is to assist the individual, sick or well, in the performance of those activities contributing to health or its recovery (or to a peaceful death) that he would perform unaided if he had the necessary will, strength or knowledge. And to do this in such a way as to help him gain independence as rapidly as possible.”
Die verpleegkundige as skepper van die terapeutiese omgewing
Authors: Human S.P. , Faure M.M.
Published: November 2012

Die verpleegberoep stel hom ten doel om diens aan die gemeenskap op al die vlakke van gesondheidsdienste te lewer, d.i. op voorkomende, bevorderende, kuratiewe en rehabiliterende vlak. Die rol van die verpleegkundige in haar dienslewering aan die mens wat siek is, word gekenmerk deur instrumentele en ekspressiewe dimensies: - die instrumentele as die konkrete, fisieke benadering tot die pasient - die ekspressiewe wat temperend daarop inwerk deur die ondersteunings-, begeleidings- en vormingsfase van haar dienslewering aan en benadering tot die gemeenskap en die individu.
Die keuse en inskakeling van onderwysmiddele in ’n lesing
Authors: Basson N.J.S.
Published: November 2012

The selection of teaching media depends on the formation of the tutor and student within the learning situation and a classification of the supportive teaching aids. A systematic table illustrates the interdependence of these principles, which influence the choice of teaching or learning media.
Neonatal Intensive Care
Authors: Acres Lyn
Published: November 2012

THE events of the third trimester of pregnancy labour, delivery and the newborn period undoubtedly influence the whole of one’s life. Old age excluded, the highest mortality rate occurs in the perinatal period.
Cardiac rehabilitation
Authors: Nieman D
Published: November 2012

In the Republic of South Africa, ischaemic heart disease is the main cause of death amongst Whites in the age group 20 — 65 years. The percentage for ischaemic heart disease of all deaths from diseases of the circulatory system for Whites in the age group 25 — 34 is 63% for males and 21% for females. In the age group 35 — 44 the percentages are 77% for males and 34% for females (22, p.1025).
Community involvement — it can be done
Authors: Sills P.O
Published: November 2012

In the course of their work the community nurses of Brakpan became aware of a large number of elderly people for whom there were few services available. Health Year (1979) gave rise to the idea of developing a project for the elderly in the community, with the prime objective of promoting their participation in and involvement with their own affairs.
Professionele gevormdheid van die verpleegkundige - die beeld van die beroep na buite
Authors: Kotzé W.
Published: November 2012

The degree of professionalism of a group determines the image which it projects. There are two types of nurses - those who are dedicated to nursing as a career and those for whom nursing is merely a job. The latter group inhibits professional development and the reason for their existence can be sought in two areas - firstly their initial attitude and disposition and secondly the opportunities which were provided for socialisation and professionalisation during their training. A professional person exhibits specific characteristics and to ensure a high degree of professionalism in nursing it is necessary to: — select student nurses with care and according to predetermined criteria; — use all opportunities to build positive attitudes; — help students to develop an insight into professional affairs and the meaning and demands of professionalism by emphasising these aspects throughout training.
Konseptualisering in verpleging
Authors: De Villiers F.M.J.
Published: November 2012

The author aims to define a broad concept of nursing in a futuristic perspective. Many variables will influence future health services and thus conceptualisation in nursing. These variables will also present tremendous challenges to the nursing profession. Some of the main variables are discussed, these include demographic growth, the changing health profile, the disease orientation of present health services and the increasing demand for services, future scientific and technological developments, the communication revolution and dehumanisation of health services. Despite the changes foreseen, it is not envisaged that the nurse will become redundant. She will remain as a mediator between the patient and technology.
Die beskikbaarheid van verpleegkundiges vir die lewering van ’n omvattende gesondheidsdiens
Authors: Van Huyssteen M.C.
Published: November 2012

The Health Act (63 of1977) and the National Health Facilities Plan which was announced in 1980 provide a blueprint for a comprehensive health service and introduced a new era in the history of health care in South Africa. Because of her availability the nurse will have a key role in future comprehensive services and many new dimensions will be added to her role. Current statistics indicate that nursing education programs on basic and post-registration level need to be expanded and adapted to meet future trends. The time is ripe for a comprehensive basic training program which includes all four basic facets of nursing, that is, general, psychiatric, obstetric and community nursing.
Verpleegmannekragbeplanning volgens die pasiëntklassifikasie sisteem
Authors: Kruger A.
Published: November 2012

Manpower planning in general and especially for the nursing service is one of the managerial functions which takes the most time and money. It is thus essential that it is done as accurately as possible. Several methods can be used but that of patient classification is preferred in many countries throughout the world. A system with a scientific base is suggested here and it consists of seven steps. Firstly all patients are classified daily for a representative period of time using a specific form. After classification each patient automatically falls in one of five groups. A return of bed occupancy according to patient groups is then prepared from which manpower can be determined. This is calculated according to suggested nursing hours required per patient group. The number of professional nurses to sub-professionals is then established from a given ratio. Finally the number of posts for chief professional nurses and the additional posts required for relief posts etc. is determined.
Verpleegnavorsing in Suid-Afrika in historiese perspektief
Authors: Kotzé W.J.
Published: November 2012

Inclusion of a research function in the SA Nursing Association Constitution and the recently established research unit are logical developments in the work of the Association over the last seven decades to promote professional development of nursing in South Africa. With the legislation for the SANC and SANA in 1944, the establishment of degree courses in nursing and the most recent development of autonomous nursing colleges co-operating with universities, the most important groundwork has been completed. The environment is now conducive for the professional nurse to undertake scientific enquiry. The author presents an overview of South African nursing research from 1951-1983. The first research was done by Charlotte Searle in 1951. Thereafter the first postgraduate research studies were completed in 1969. Since then postgraduate research has steadily gained momentum with at least a further 132 scientific investigations into nursing being completed at South African universities. For the future the author visualises that the SA Nursing Association will continue to have a major function in furthering nursing research. She calls on members to ensure that they meet their obligations towards their professional body — to stop asking and to start giving.
My home — the hospital: A case study
Authors: Jaftha D.D.
Published: November 2012

The first years of life, so important in a child’s development, should be spent with its mother in a normal family environment. If the child is denied this, then permanent emotional and intellectual disability can result. This article describes how we tried to prevent this from occurring in Andrew, a little boy who had to spend the first three years of his life in hospital because of a tracheostomy. Hopefully, this account will help others who deal with chronically hospitalised children to anticipate some of the problems that can arise and give them an insight into the vital role of the nurse in dealing with the situation.
Gesondheidsvoorligting - Twee Kulture
Authors: Hall Elsje J
Published: November 2012

Daily exposure of Blacks to the Western culture has been brought about by their urbanisation. This causes involuntary adaptations and changes at all levels, including in the field of health. In order to investigate the effects of exposure to the Western culture on the knowledge and practices of Blacks regarding health services the Institute for Communication Research of the HSRC undertook a study in Atteridgeville near Pretoria. It was determined that most residents had great trust in the medical practitioner and the nurse. The mother was the family member who supported fellow members of the family most during illness. Parents of younger respondents appeared to be their most important source of information about the doctor, hospital and pharmacist while their friends took this part regarding the nyaka, isangoma and moprofeta. Although the Western system of health care has an influence on the urban Black, it appears that the Black non-Western health system is still functioning.
Singapore - The Nursing Scene
Authors: Doyle M.A.
Published: November 2012

In many ways Singapore still bears evidence of the period of British colonialism and the system of nursing service and nursing education is also still greatly influenced by the British system of nursing.
Predictors of student nurse performance
Authors: Mearns PC
Published: November 2012

To isolate personal, social and academic predictors of future practical nursing performance, with the aim of improving student selection.
’n Bepaling van die behoefte aan voetversorging by ’n groep bejaardes
Authors: Bothma Y
Published: November 2012

A survey was done to determine the demand for foot care amongst groups of elderly people in old age homes. A history was taken and a clinical examination was done according to criteria on an evaluation scale to determine the extent of foot-problems amongst the sample. The results indicated that 93% of the elderly had foot-problems and that 46,51 % of these people tried to take care of their own feet.
Health education needs of the youth
Authors: De Jong Vehlia
Published: November 2012

The World Health Organisation has declared that the year 1985 is the International Year of the Youth — youth being defined as the young people in the thirteen to twenty four- year age group. This age group often escapes contact with the medical and nursing professions because of their general good health and therefore minimal need for medical care. However, the youth in South Africa, both Black and White, do have health educational needs that are to a large degree neglected and unmet.
Inservice Training in Nursing
Authors: Poggenpoel Marie
Published: November 2012

Inservice training in nursing is seen as a necessary component to help the professional nurse to keep up to date on the most recent developments in nursing and to be able to manage the demands of nursing practice.
Geskiedenis van die Krugerwildtuin en die Laeveld
Authors: Van Vuuren I.L.J.
Published: November 2012

Daar het al bate publikasies oor die Nasionale Krugerwildtuin (NKW) verskyn, veral met die klem op die ryk fauna en flora. Daar is egter pas 'n unieke boek van meer as 600 bladsye gepubliseer wat die geskiedenis van die NKW tot 1946 behandel. Dit is nie net 'n boek oor die geskiedenis van natuurbewaring in Transvaal tot die veertigerjare nie, maar in 'n groot mate ook die geskiedenis van die Transvaalse Laeveld van die vroegste tye af.
South African owls
Authors: De Graaff G.
Published: November 2012

Claude Gibney Finch-Davies was born in India to a British family on 24 May 1875.
Dorylaimoidea (Nematoda) from the Kruger National Park
Authors: Botha Annelize , Heyns J.
Published: November 2012

Nygolaimus elainnae n.sp. is described and compared with Nygolaimus directus Heyns, 1968. Complete descriptions are also given of Lahronema mauritiense Williams, 1959, recorded here for the first time from South Africa, and Discolaimium sublatum Heyns, 1963, a new record from the Kruger National Park. The following are also new records: Discolaimus monoplanus Heyns, 1963 andXiphinema brevicolle Lordello & Da Costa, 1961, while Eudorylaimus diadematus (Cobb in Thorne & Swanger, 1936) ndrassy, 1959, Discolaimus major Thorne, \939,Xiphinemaelongatum Schuurmans Stekhoven & Teunissen, 1938 SindXiphinemavariahile Heyns, 1966 have been recorded from the Park before.
A preliminary check list of the free-living and plant-parasitic nematodes of the Kruger National Park
Authors: Botha Annelize , Heyns J.
Published: November 2012

A preliminary check list is given of terrestrial free- living and plant-parasitic nematodes of the Kruger National Park. Twenty families, comprising 33 genera and some 50 species are recorded.
Die naggesigte van Sagaria teen die agtergrond van konflik in die vroeë na-eksiliese gemeenskap in Juda
Authors: Bartlett A.L.
Published: November 2012

The Night Visions of Zechariah against the background of conflict in the early postexilic community in Judah. In this article Paul D Hanson's view that the Night Visions of Zechariah should be interpreted against the background of a situation of conflict in post-exilic society is taken up. His description of the text as a hierocratic document aimed at the restoration of the pre-exilic status quo is however challenged. It is indicated that the Night Visions should rather be read as text purporting to inspire its readers towards involvement in the processes of change in society. Different levels of meaning, reflecting various aspects of the conflict in the community, can be indicated in the text.
Ironie as sleutel tot die verstaan van Psalm 14
Authors: Botha P.J.
Published: November 2012

Irony as key to the interpretation of Psalm 14. The Gattung of a psalm is generally still regarded as the key to its interpretation. Since Psalm 14 shows relatedness to a number of different genres, inter alia to wisdom literature and prophecy, there is little or no consensus on how it should be interpreted. It is argued in this paper that the textual strategy of a poem such as Psalm 14 should be regarded as the key to its interpretation rather than a genre classification. Through a poetic analysis of Psalm 14 it is shown that irony plays such a key role in the psalm. Cognizance of this feature of the psalm focusses attention on its coherence and unity and opens up a new avenue of understanding.
Die kontoere van 'n weerwoord
Authors: Le Roux J.H.
Published: November 2012

The outline of an answer. This article is a response to J A Loader's evaluation of my book, "A story of two ways". It is argued that neither Loader nor any other scholar referred to in the book were deliberately belittled or degraded. Every Old Testament scholar mentioned in "Story" was depicted with the greatest respect and a sincere attempt was made to understand each one. Loader is therefore accused of a one-sided Loader-centric reading. To illustrate my point some important aspects with regard to "Story" are highlighted: the intention of the book, the way in which the book received its name, the problems attached to contemporary history writing, etcetera. The main part of the paper consists of an investigation into Loader's historical approach to the Old Testament.
John 21:24-25: A case of failed attestation?
Authors: Tolmie D.F.
Published: November 2012

John 21:24-25: A case of  failed attestation In  this article  the  tendency  to  interpret John  21:24-25 narratologically as a highly sophisticated and effective  technique  is disputed.  Instead it is argued that  the Beloved Disciple  is  identified in  these  verses as  the  real author of the  Gospel  and  that  the  dominating  function  in  John  21  :24-25  is  the testimonial function  (also  known  as  the function  of attestation).  It  is  also argued  that  the  intended  effect  of this  junction  is  undermined  by  the awkward manner in which  it is  fulfilled.
Jesaja 7:14 en die maagdeIike geboorte
Authors: Pronsloo W.S.
Published: November 2012

Isaiah 7:14 and the virgin birth. Despite the fact that Matthew 1:22-23 uses Isaiah 7:14 to legitimise the virgin birth - or, rather the virgin conception - Isaiah 7:14 can not be interpreted to be a prediction of the virgin birth. Matthew 1 :22-23 is a total reinterpretation of Isaiah 7:14 and cannot be applied as a criterion to the reading of Isaiah 7:14. These are two unique texts, each having its own junction and message.
Psalms en hulle Sitz(e) im Leben. 'n Analise aan die hand van Psalm 55 en 74
Authors: Human D.J.
Published: November 2012

It is hermeneutically unthinkable to expose any Old Testament text, without taking its historic and/or cultic Sitz im Leben into consideration. This especially applies for the texts of the psalms. But, vague formulations and generalised language, though, make this effort in the psalms extremely difficult. In view of the eclectic chosen examples of Psalms 55 and 74, this article shows how several Sitz(e) im Leben are identified by exegetes for the understanding of a psalm. More than one historical situation could have instigated the origin and content of a psalm. To determine the socalled "original" Sitz of psalms, is therefore almost impossible. But, this state of affairs should not cause the exegete or preacher to be sinical about exegetical method or diachronic research of psalm texts. Various identified Sitz(e) behind the text should create a common dealer - an athmosphere or interpretation-direction - which create afreedom in the exegete or reader's mind to identifY suitable situations for the reinterpretation or actualisation of a psalm. In this regard, a literary or textimmanent reading is not complete without diachronic exegesis. Despite uncertainty about the so-called "original" Sitz im Leben behind most psalms, exegetes should be more than enthusiastic to struggle with the search for a historic or cultic Sitz(e) behind the text. This will add value to the understanding of every psalm.
Intercultural pastoral care and counseling: resources from narrative therapy and brief pastoral counseling
Authors: M J.C. , Stone H.W.
Published: November 2012

The fascinating, but complex field of intercultural communication and pastoral care is the focus of research in this article. The authors describe the two approaches of pastoral therapy and show how it can be implemented in an intercultural setting. Although there are major differences between the narrative and brief counseUng approaches, there are also striking similarities. In both cases the pastor tries to work from a nonexpert position and is non-prescriptive in the approach. The authors are convinced that this basic approach of respectfulness makes both models usefull for intercultural work.
Die rol van rituele en simbole in die identiteitsvorming van 'n geloofsgemeenskap - 'n Gereformeerde perspektief
Authors: Pieterse H.J.C.
Published: November 2012

The role of rituals and symbols in the identity of a faith community - a Reformed perspective The political dispensation in South Africa since 1994 marginalised Afrikaansspeaking Dutch Reformed church members in the new South African society. Their identity is under pressure in a dominant culture that differs from their own. Anxiety and feelings of insecurity about their existence in the future are rife among many people in this church. In this context a new need for religious experiences of identity, belonging and safety opened up new experiments in the liturgy of the church. A new interest in rituals and symbols in the worship service came to the fore. This article discusses a Reformed perspective on the function and meaning of rituals and symbols in liturgy with a view to support the communicative discourse in seeking mutual understanding of the identity of their community offaith in a dominant, different culture.
Verskillende boodskappe vir verskillende kontekste: Die literatuur van die ballingskap (597-539 vC)
Authors: Scheffler E.H.
Published: November 2012

DitTerent messages for ditTerent contexts: the literature of the exile (597-539 BC) In this article the biblical literature that originated in the exile is discussed. It is indicated how these different writings (Lamentations, exilic psalms, Jeremiah and his editors, Obadiah, Ezekiel, the Priestly Writer of the Pentateuch and Deutero-Isaiah) addressed specific contingent situations within the broader context of the exile. The variegated messages of these texts in different contexts suggest that the Biblical text should not be regarded as a homogeneous text with one supra-temporal message, but did communicate with people precisely because of its variety and relatedness with specific historical contexts.
The Political Impact of the Festival - Biblical Statements
Authors: Braulik Georg
Published: November 2012

Liturgy possesses a socio-critical potential which greatly surpasses political activism. It bypasses the systems of a "complex society", such as socialisation, communication and economics, through its factual logic which stands independent of faith. This political fo-rce is already developed by the feast on Sinai, to which Israel is lead out of Egypt (Ex 5:1-3). There, Israel receives the Torah, in order that its life as the people or community of Yahweh may be successful in the Promised Land. The community is to renew itself on occasion of the three pilgrimage festivals. For this purpose, Deuteronomy developed two basic types of popular liturgy within the scope of its theology of the people of God. The first is constituted by the passion commemoration of the passover (Dt 16:1-8). It aims at the social liberation of everyone in Israel, in commemorating their being lead out of Egyptian slavery. The second type is presented in the Feast of Weeks and the Feast of Tabernacles (16:9-12, 13-15). They initiate a fraternal society devoid of poverty, and already realise this in a realistic-symbolic way, through the communal meal of rejoicing in which all are to participate before Yahweh. According to this model, the eucharistic celebrative joy of the first Jerusalem congregation (Acts 2:44-46) reveals its community-changing force in the fact that "no poor were to be found any more" among the believers (Dt 15:4 in Acts 4:32-34).
Vertalingstrategie met die oog op sinopsissamestelling
Authors: Van Zyl H.C.
Published: November 2012

Author is in the process of compiling a synopsis of the synoptic Gospels in Afrikaans. A new, literal translation is being made to serve the needs of synoptic comparison. This article deals with the translation strategy which follows. The strategy rests on two pillars: consistently rendering, as far as possible, a single Greek word by the same Afrikaans equivalent, and keeping as closely as possible to the Greek syntax. Various aspects and problems of this strategy are discussed, illustrated with numerous examples.
The role of the church in the birth and nurture of a new nation
Authors: Dandala M.
Published: November 2012

Bishop Mvume Dandala, in his inaugural lecture as honorary professor at the Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, describes the challenges awaiting the churches in the new South Africa. He does it by defending five theses: (1) It takes strong visionary leadership to lay foundations for reconciliation; (2) Ground base support and initiatives are critical for the success of reconciliation; (3) Social transformation, fairness and justice must be understood as an intrinsic fabric of reconciliation; (4) Reconciliation is not possible where the contending factions do not have a common understanding of the truth; (5) A healthy memory of the past is essential for a reconciled/reconciling future.
Met 'n lied in die hart
Authors: Vos C.J.A.
Published: November 2012

Psalms are songs that have principal importance in Jewish and Christian traditions; in the Eastern Orthodox and Western churches; in the Roman Catholic tradition and numerous Reformed divisions. Contemplation on this rich heritage considers the Psalm's contribution to the enrichment and magnification of the liturgy. The richness that the Psalms offer as song book, should be rediscovered and utilised. In this article, selected new Psalms, recently versified in Afrikaans by T T Cloete, are analysed. These Psalms are to be taken into official use on 28 October 2001. The place and function of hymnals is also considered. The church songs are analysed using three criteria: theological, literary, and musicological aspects.
Meta-teoretiese perspektiewe op die waarde van kommunikasie en breinfunksie in die proses van prediking
Authors: Nagel C J , De Klerk B J
Published: November 2012

The intended object of this article is to undertake an investigation in connection with the importance of creative preaching from a meta-theoretical perspective on the value of communication and brain function. The important role and value of communication is discussed from  the viewpoint of communication studies as well as psychology. It is ascertained that interactive communication  is very suitable for preaching due to the dynamic interaction  that takes place between the sender (God/preacher) and receiver (preacher/congregation) and thus facilitates dialogue between partners of conversation. Further, five basic elements of style, beneficial for  the advancement of effective and creative communication, were identified, namely: clarity, interest, evocative language, energy and emotion. The ability to use the whole brain stimulates creativity and  the application of the four phases of the process of creativity can successfully be applied in sermon preparation.
De Rationaliteit van de Religieuze ervaring fideïsme en geloofsverantwoording
Authors: Stoker W
Published: November 2012

This article defends the rational nature of the religious experience of Transcendence. This is done by replacing the notion of the intentionality of experience advocated in Husserl’s phenomenology by that of the trans-intentionality of experience suggested by authors like Schleiermacher, Levinas and Marion and by refuting the accusation of fideism levelled against this latter approach.
Beyond reconciliation – Monistic Yahwism and the Problem of Evil in philosophy of religion
Authors: Gericke J W
Published: November 2012

I want everything explained to me. And reason is impotent when it hears this cry from the heart. The mind aroused by this insistence seeks and finds nothing but contradictions and nonsense. The world itself, whose single meaning I do not understand, is a vast irrational.
Understanding ‘sin’ in the Johannine epistles
Authors: Van der Merwe D J
Published: November 2012

The author of the Johannine Epistles has a good deal to say about sin. He abhors sin, seeing it as incompatible with God’ s character (oJ qeo;" fw`" ejstin, 1:5; [oJ qeo;"] divkaiov" ejstin, 2:29; and oJ qeo;" ajgavph ejstivn, 4:8) and with the status of believers as God’ s children. In this article attention is given to the following relevant aspects for understanding ‘hamartiology’  in the Johannine epistles from a ‘family perspective’: (1) the ‘family of God’  metaphor is used as the setting in which the author describes his symbolic narrative; (2) a differentiation is made between sin inside and sin outside the family; (3) sin outside the family is also described in terms of reciprocals to emphasize its condemnation; (4) finally, he focuses on the ‘forgiveness of sin’. This investigation is done against the socio-religious circumstances of the Johannine community in order to understand the Elder’ s ethical and doctrinal definitions of sin.
Still because of the weakness of some? A descriptive exploration of the Lord’s Supper in South Africa, 1948-2002
Authors: Wepener C
Published: November 2012

This article is a preliminary descriptive exploration of the celebration of the Lord’ s Supper in selected Reformed churches in South Africa over a period of 54 years. Methodologically, it employs a broad anthropological approach towards liturgy, thereby trying to reconstruct parts of the enacted ritual of the Lord’ s Supper from its historical debris. By making use of the comparative method, significant differences have been highlighted and interpreted. Throughout the article it becomes apparent how this Christian ritual was used to serve various political agendas, how cult and culture influence(d) one another . Finally, some tendencies have been extracted to be used in developing a criterion for the liturgical inculturation of the Lord’ s Supper as a ritual of reconciliation within the South African context.
Theological-mythological viewpoints on divine sonship in Genesis 6 and Psalm 2
Authors: Usue E O
Published: November 2012

This article describes theological and mythological scholarly viewpoints concerning the motif of divine sonship in Genesis 6:1-9 and Psalm 2:1-12.  The author , admitting the complex and problematic nature of the inquiry, discusses some of the popular interpretations of both texts and attempts to discern the pros and cons of each reading. Ultimately he points out certain similarities and differences between the two texts. He contends that the motif of divine sonship in Genesis 6 differs  in a certain sense from that of Psalm 2. One of the reasons for this difference is that the eschatological expectation of the reign of the Son of God seems to lie behind the text of Psalm 2, whereas, in Genesis 6, it does not.
Human dignity and sexual behavious – A theological perspective
Authors: Vorster N
Published: November 2012

This article compares the sex ethic of Scripture with the anthropological values that underlie modern sexual morality and gives guidelines for a responsible  sex ethics that can safeguard human dignity. As point of departure it states that the biblical view of sexuality must be understood from the perspective of creation and re-creation and not the fall. The creation narratives teach that humanity possesses qualities of sameness and difference that constitutes our being. Sexuality forms the dynamic which bonds the dialectic of sameness and difference into a unity of persons. The  article concludes that the  African concept of gender , the radical freedom concept of secular society, the utilitarian view of sex, and the postmodern view that sexual behaviour and marriage are social constructs, aggravate sexual promiscuity. In order to fight HIV/AIDS and preserve human dignity the exclusiveness of the sex act, the importance of faithfulness and the sanctity of marriage must be proclaimed.
2 Samuel 12 as retold by Josephus
Authors: Begg CT
Published: November 2012

In this essay the author intends to focus on Josephus' retelling of the events of 2 Samuel 12. At the opening of his Antiquities, Josephus assures readers that in what follows he will not “add to” or “omit anything from” the Scripture records on which he is basing himself. Ant. 7.147-161, where on the one hand the basic content of 2 Samuel 12 is reproduced even in its details, while on the other additions, deletions, re-arrangements and other modifications of biblical data abound, offers an instructive example of how seriously, but also how flexibly, the historian carried through on that opening promise.
‘n Christosentriese koinonia-dinamiek agter Paulus se hantering van sekere problematiek in 1 Korintiërs
Authors: De Wet B W
Published: November 2012

This article reasons that Paul tends to use a Christosentric koinonia-dynamic as a paradigm for addressing some of the problems in 1 Corinthians.  As a test case the problem of the eating of food (especially meat), consecrated and/or sacrificed to the idols during social, as well as cultic occasions, as formulated in 8:1a was chosen. Being part of the macro structure of 8:1-11:1 it becomes clear, especially from 10:14-22 that Paul uses especially the dynamic of a Christosentric koinonia paradigm to address this problem. Focusing on the intensity of koinonia, as it functioned within the holy communion and the sacrificial meal of the Israelites, Paul motivates the Corinthians  not to have anything to do with sacrificial heathen meals.
Four recent books on spirituality and the Psalms: some contextualising, analytical and evaluative remarks
Authors: Lombaard CJS
Published: November 2012

In the four years from 2002 to 2005, four new books on the Psalms and spirituality have been published. These are:  •  Stuhlmueller, C 2002.  The spirituality of the Psalms. Collegeville, Minnesota: Liturgical Press. •  Brueggemann,  W 2002. Spirituality of the Psalms. Minneapolis: Fortress Press. •  Waaijman, K 2004. Mystiek in de psalmen. Baarn: Uitgeverij Ten Have. •  Firth, D G  2005. Hear , o Lord. A spirituality of the Psalms. Calver: Cliff College Publishing. In this paper, brief remarks on the context within which this publication trend takes place, are made. Each of the works is then briefly described, and general evaluative remarks are concluded with.