Launched on August 30 2009, Davaria (the motu word meaning "to know" or "to discover") is the academic journal of Pacific Adventist University.
Volume 1, 2009
An introduction to the new Pacific Adventist University journal, its name, its editorial team and the content of the inaugural issue. read article An account of the pre-planning and establishment of Pacific Adventist University writing by a former faculty member whose major teaching area was Pacific history. read article A statement of visions, plans and hopes for Pacific Adventist University articulated by the Vice-Chancellor on the occasion of the institutions twenty-fifth anniversary. read article Original poetry by Tongan faculty member of Pacific Adventist University. read article Original poetry by Tongan faculty member of Pacific Adventist University. read article A study of issues related to the correct pronunciation of English, particularly in a second language and/or post-colonial context. read article An exploration of the interface of physics and religion in regard to the meaning of God "speaking" to humanity. read article A examination of the importance of the pre-advent judgement for Seventh-day Adventist theology which proceeds by examining the consequences for Adventism if the doctrine were to be abandoned. read article An abstract of a MA thesis written at Pacific Adventist University dealing with the questions of pastoral ministry in a situations of very high member of minister ratios. read article An abstract of a MA thesis written at Pacific Adventist University dealing with the appropriate way to respond to occult practices among high school students in Papua New Guinea. read article An abstract of a MA thesis written at Pacific Adventist University dealing with the Bible curriculum and teaching practice in Bible classes in rural areas of the Solomon Islands, where students are drawn predominantly from non-literate backgrounds. read article An abstract of a MA thesis written at Pacific Adventist University dealing with the feasibility of establishing an independent Adventist supportive ministry among the community of Adventist businessmen in Port Moresby. read article Related Pages Last Updated: 17 August, 2010
Editorial - David Thiele
Daring to Dream: The Future of PAU - Branimir Schubert
I Wonder! - Piula Fukofuka
My Journey - Piula Fukofuka
English Pronunciation Issues for Pacific Island Students - Jillian Thiele
The Physical Dimension of God's Voice - Rodger Jones
Yes, There is No Judgement? - David Thiele
Discovering the Dynamics of Equipping, Sustaining and Building Disciples in Papua New Guinea SDA Churches - Robert Jonathon
The Role of the Teacher in Addressing Occult Subculture in PNG Secondary Schools: A Case Study - Unia Api
Effective Bible Teaching in Rural Areas of Solomon Islands: An Investigation of Bible Teaching in Jones Adventist College - Bevan Tutuo
A Study on the Feasibility of Establishing an Adventist Professionals' Association for Evangelism to Support the Mission of the SDA Church in Port Moresby - Reuben Akia