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Posted by Mike Ramey on April 27, 2020 at 12:31am in Commentery

 

“The tiger pretends to be a vegetarian”
--Author Gerd de Ley
The Book of Chinese Proverbs

With all of the attention being paid to China these days, understanding of some of the proverbs which govern this nation could be considered a gold mine to some. Enter Gerd de Ley, one of the favorite modern authors on the subject of proverbs used around the world with his work: “The Book of Chinese Proverbs: A Collection of Timeless Wisdom, Wit, Sayings & Advice (2019, 307 pages, Hatherleigh Press).”

The work is divided into 13 sections, ranging from the beauties of Friendship, to practical advice and wisdom for the modern day. De Ley, known for previous works on a variety of proverbs coming from Africa, the Cowboy genre, and even a worldwide view of international proverb favorites, gives a detailed look into Chinese culture as only he can perform.

“One family builds a wall--two families enjoy it.”

--Author Gerd de Ley
The Book of Chinese Proverbs

Possibly the most insightful section of the book can be found in the arena of “Knowing One’s Self”. De Ley has found some powerful words of wisdom that may be helpful in boosting the confidence of young people. In addition, some of the more powerful proverbs in the book may not have ever seen the light of day--but still pack a much needed punch which could be equally used to brighten up a term paper, or a speech.

“The Book of Chinese Proverbs: A Collection of Timeless Wisdom, Wit, Sayings & Advice” by Gerd de Ley can be found through your favorite electronic book seller, or can be obtained through Hatherleigh Press. This work may be that extra ‘verbal’ spice which could served to delight your individual bookshelf.

Mike Ramey is a Minister, Reviewer and Syndicated Columnist who lives in Indianapolis, Indiana. He brings current and lesser-known titles to light to re-kindle a love for reading and thinking in a sea of modern technology. Feel free to reach him via email at manhoodline@yahoo.com. © 2020 Barnstorm Communications.

 

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Rev. M. G. “Mike” Ramey (Retired) served as the Certified Modern Street Gangs Specialist & Media Consultant of “The Gang Line”. He had been interviewed in the U. S. and abroad on radio, television, and Internet about the dangers of Modern Street Gangs since 2007. His writings on Modern Street Gangs abound in print and online. Previously, he served as an award-winning broadcast journalist, producer, and TV/Radio talk show host. He has also served as a staff writer, section editor, and syndicated columnist. Ramey has won—or helped to win—some two dozen journalism awards and citations. He also holds a Police Citation for Citizen Bravery from the Indianapolis Police Department (1986). Ramey is also married, an Ordained Minister (Retired) and a KJV Bible Teacher.

Ramey is a Certified Modern Street Gangs Specialist with Certifications in Law Enforcement (2006), Non-Law Enforcement (2010), and Gangs & Cults Ministry (2017). He also has endorsements in K-12 Gang Issues and Transnational Gangs. He also carries Specialist Ratings in Cult/Occult Crime, and Transnational Human Trafficking. Ramey has also served with several International anti-gang ministries, including Gangstyle.com of Washington state (2004-2009), Thug Exposed Ministries of California (2010 to 2015) and Bishop Outreach Ministries of Florida (2010 to 2015).

In 2011 “The Gang Line” offered training and certification coursework for those interested in becoming certified Modern Street Gang Specialists: Training approaches the anti-gang ministry field through the combined use of spiritual (biblical principles/discipleship) and criminal (gang members and gang crime). From 2015-2017, Ramey served as an Advisory Board Member for the School of Criminal Justice at Harrison College, Indianapolis, Indiana, with a specialty of Organized Crime & Gangs. From 2017-2019, Ramey served as a Bible Teacher to at-risk detained juvenile offenders at the Marion County Juvenile Detention Center with his own Bible-based Curriculum centering upon Biblical Life Skills taught from the Book of Proverbs.

Rev. Ramey’s skill set includes having been a veteran substitute teacher (Secondary Education), a college instructor for two Bible colleges in the Indianapolis, Indiana area, a Probation Officer (Intensive/High Risk & School-Based) with the Marion County Juvenile Court, and a peer grant reviewer of anti-gang grant programs with the U.S. Department of Justice (2010). He also created, designed, and taught the course “Modern Street Gangs: Developing Urban Ministry Strategies—UM-190” at Crossroads Bible College, Indianapolis, Indiana (2009 & 2010). In 2013, Ramey served as a post-production Consultant for Chick Publications’ national anti-gang comic: “Black Angel”. It was translated into Spanish in 2014.

Ramey has written extensively on the topic of Modern Street Gangs with two Internet columns: “The Gang Line” and “The Gang Line Blogger” which abound in cyberspace. In a post-pandemic society, the motto of The Gang Line still rings true: “Spiritual Solutions for Spiritual Problems!”

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