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Browsing Faculty of Arts by Author "Awojobi, Peter Olanrewaju & Okunade, Nathaniel Teminijesu"

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    A Theo-Psychological Study of Divine Forgetfulness in Joseph Narrative in Genesis 41: 51.
    (AKWA IBOM STATE UNIVERSITY JOURNAL OF ARTS AKSUJA VOL 5 NO 1 2024, 2024) Awojobi, Peter Olanrewaju & Okunade, Nathaniel Teminijesu
    Genesis 41:51 is a pivotal verse in the Joseph narrative. This act signifies a profound divine intervention, transforming Joseph’s traumatic past into a future of promise. This study exegetically analyzed the text, delving into its theological and psychological dimensions. Historical and exegetical methods were used for the study. The stud reveals how divine forgetfulness is not merely an erasure of memory but a transformative grace. Theologically, it underscores God's active role in alleviating human suffering and facilitating reconciliation and new beginnings. Psychologically, it aligns with contemporary theories on memory and trauma, suggesting that divinely enabled forgetfulness aids in overcoming past adversities and fostering resilience. This study bridges ancient scriptural insights with modern psychological practices, providing valuable perspectives for theologians, scholars, and pastoral caregivers. It redefines forgetfulness as a divine gift, crucial for healing and fulfilling one's potential within God's providential framework. This groundbreaking approach challenges traditional views, presenting divine forgetfulness as a key to spiritual and emotional liberation, making this study a reference point for contemporary theological and psychological discourse.
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    Barrenness in Old Testament and African and Scientific Perspectives.
    (nternational Journal of Humanities Social Science and Management (IJHSSM) Volume 5, Issue 3, May-June, 2025, pp: 512-522, 2025) Awojobi, Peter Olanrewaju & Okunade, Nathaniel Teminijesu
    Quest to overcome barrenness has been a persistent concern across cultures, religions, and scientific disciplines. In various contexts, childlessness is not merely viewed as a personal or medical issue but as a social, spiritual, and existential challenge that affects individuals, families, and communities. This study examines the Old Testament, African (Yoruba), and scientific (In Vitro Fertilization, IVF) approaches to barrenness. Historical and comparative methodologies were used. In the Old Testament, barrenness is portrayed as a divine test, often overcome through faith, prayer, and divine intervention. The Yoruba culture, integrates spiritual consultations, herbal remedies, and communal support in addressing infertility. Scientific advancements such as In Vitro Fertilization, IVF and other assisted reproductive technologies (ART) offer medical solutions but failed to address the psychological and cultural dimensions of infertility. While scientific interventions emphasize technological mastery over reproduction, the Yoruba tradition focuses on communal and spiritual practices.
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    EXAMINATION OF THE ETHICS AND THEOLOGY OF IN VITRO FERTILIZATION IN LIGHT OF OLD TESTAMENT FERTILITY NARRATIVES WITHIN THE AFRICAN CONTEXT
    (Akwa Ibom State University Journal of Arts (AKSUJA). Volume 5. No. 2: 17-24. A Publication of Faculty of Arts, Akwa Ibom State University, Obio Akpa Campus, Nigeria, 2024) Awojobi, Peter Olanrewaju & Okunade, Nathaniel Teminijesu
    This paper examines the ethical and theological dimensions of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) in light of Old Testament fertility narratives within the African context. Fertility in African societies is deeply intertwined with cultural and religious values, often seen as governed by divine or spiritual forces. The Old Testament offers key narratives, such as those of Sarah, Rachel, and Hannah, where fertility is portrayed as a divine gift, highlighting God's sovereignty over reproduction. These stories resonate with African Christian communities, where infertility is also understood as a spiritual matter. IVF presents an ethical challenge by introducing medical intervention into what has traditionally been a domain of divine control. Through an exegetical study of these biblical texts, this paper explores the implications of IVF for African Christian communities, offering a nuanced understanding of how biblical theology and African fertility beliefs intersect in evaluating reproductive technologies.