Shakespeare's King Lear and the Apocalypse
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This 7 page paper considers the views of society regarding the apocalypse and how we can see these perceptions which originate from the bible brought to life in the literary works of the time. The example chosen is King Lear, a pagan king who has many flaws. The bibliography sites 5 sources.
Filename: TElearap.wps

The Occult Movement in Texas
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A 9-page essay that explores the occult movement in the state of Texas. The spiritual beliefs of the pagans, a sect with roots in the occult and covens scattered across the Lone Star State, are discussed. Cases of violence connected with occult activity in Texas over the last decade are examined, as well as the overall panic resulting from these cases. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: LCOccult.doc

The Power of Religious Redemption in William Shakespeare’s 'King Lear'
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A 5 page paper which focuses on the nature of evil in William Shakespeare’s play, 'King Lear,' and Shakespeare’s attempts to analyzed its origin, whether human or divine, in a primarily pagan Elizabethan England. There is an attempt to provide student understanding, through character analysis, to the question: Does Shakespeare provide any evidence that qualities of Christian mercy promises salvation from sin? Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TGrelear.rtf

French Jewry in the Eighteenth Century
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This 5 page paper focuses on the Jewish population in France under Napoleon. A look at these religious communities as they existed in the eighteenth century helps to explain conditions before and after the French Revolution. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Frenjew.wps

The Law of God
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A 5 page paper which examines the Law of God, as presented in Exodus, and demonstrates how this law is felt and implemented by the Gospel Matthew and Micah. In Micah, which is in the Old Testament, we are given a picture of some of the troubled times that existed prior to the birth of Jesus. People were very prone to acts of evil that disobeyed God’s Law as it was presented to Moses. with the Gospel of Matthew we have the existence of Jesus who was sent to grace us and give us the Holy Spirit, while still maintaining the Law of God. A list of the Ten Commandments presented to Moses in Exodus is also included for reference in regards to the evils that were occurring. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: RAlaw.wps

A Christian View of Euthanasia
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This 6 page report discusses euthanasia a Christian viewpoint and determines that, as a Christian, euthanasia should not be considered an option. For Christians and non-Christians alike, euthanasia is a complex issue. For those who embrace the Christian belief system, only God has the authority to determine when a human being will live or die. Answers to such fundamental questions as the meaning and purpose of life cannot be found in the legal system. There are questions that humanity must acknowledge go beyond the courts, beyond human desires, and most certainly, beyond issues of medical costs or convenience. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: BWeuth.rtf

Anglican Episcopacy / Should It Change?
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A 5 page examination of the function of the Episcopacy of the Anglican Church. Addresses the question of whether or not the Episcopacy is in need of a change. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Episcopa.wps

Ordination of Women
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An 11 page research paper exploring the various arguments for and against the ordination of women. The writer reviews the issue in terms of canonical, political and spiritual arguments, and explores these arguments on historical, present and future terms. The writer focuses on various opinions including feminist, orthodox Roman Catholic, Episcopal, and others. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Womnord.rtf

The Episcopacy / Is It Necessary?
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A 5 page research paper which examines this intriguing questions. The writer demonstrates how the episcopacy is generally regarded as an intrinsic part of the church, and thus, will remain so, but that many Catholics, including some bishops, believe that episcopal reform is necessary for the continued welfare of the church. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Epinecc.doc

Enlightened Theology - Merging the Science of Reason With the Spirit of Religion
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A 5 page paper that examines the integration of the sciences of philosophical thinking and theological belief beginning with the Age of Enlightenment in the eighteenth century. The progression of this integration is traced across the nineteenth century and through the 1960s racial tensions of the twentieth century. Included are the philosophies of Jonathan Edwards, Ralph Waldo Emerson, William James, W.E.B. DuBois, Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: LCSpirit.doc

Sociology of Religion
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A comprehensive 14 page paper on this topic. Basic principals are examined as well as the theories of Marx, Durkheim, and Weber and how each of them influenced the sociology of religion. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Socrel.wps

A Comparison Between Canadian Religious Ethnic Minorities
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A 12 page research paper that examines three Protestant sects-- The Doukhobors, Mennonites and the Hutterites. The writer specifically looks at the gender roles within these groups and the ways in which communal life impacts the lives of women. Also discussed is the radical fringe group of the Doukhobors, the Sons of Freedom. Bibliography contains 12 sources.
Filename: 90sect.rtf

Emily Dickinson’s Life, As Defined Through Her Poetry
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A 5 page paper which examines how Emily Dickinson defined her life through her art of poetry, including identification of common themes, with examples from her poems, and also a consideration of how her Puritan background influenced her writing. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: TGemdksn.wps

Progress of Violence Against Women?
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(6pp) Five years after the Beijing Conference, are women better off? In one key area, combating violence against women, the answer is a resounding no. Human Rights Watch reporting on six countries— Jordan, Pakistan, Peru, Russia, South Africa, and the United States—shows alarming rates of violence against women, violence that is fueled all too often by the indifference of state officials and the failure to seriously investigate and prosecute cases of violence. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BBfeviol.doc

Christian Women In Religion
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The role of the woman in Christianity is explored in this 4 page essay that uses Barbara J. MacHaffie's book Her Story: Women in Christian Tradition. MacHaffie looks at the role of women in different sects of Christianity, with a primary focus on the United States. The subject is looked at historically, but much data on contemporary Christianity is also included. MacHaffie's book is the only source used.
Filename: Machaffi.rtf

Albert Nolan's 'Jesus Before Christianity'
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This 5 page paper discusses the 1976 book by Albert Nolan. Nolan introduces his readers to the person Jesus before his death, a man who was deeply involved in the issues and problems of his day. The book presents some idea of what it was Jesus was trying to do. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Anolan.wps

Christianity And The Two Natures Of Christ
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A 20 page paper that investigates the different interpretations of the two natures of Jesus Christ - God and man. The writer explores specific questions, such as: was Christ sinless; was Christ both God and man; was Jesus aware of His deity? Two major perspectives are explored in relation to these and other questions: evangelicalism and neo-orthodoxy. Evidence is presented from the Bible to support the evangelical perspective. The contradictions found in neo-orthodox writings is discussed as is the reasons for the beginning of this movement. The writer concludes with opinions regarding the human need to understand something beyond the human mind's capacity of understanding. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: PGnatur.wps

Importance Of The Ride & Spread Of Western Monasticism
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A 5 page paper reviewing the contributions made to Western civilizations by the men and women of monastic communities from the days of early Christianity to the Reformation. It is argued that these communities, where service to God and humanity superseded personal concerns, were significant in making Christianity a worldwide religion as well as preserving much of the knowledge of ancient Graeco-Roman civilization that could have been lost during the Middle Ages. In addition, the contribution of monasticism to the understanding of egalitarian communal life, to art, music and architecture, and to scholarship is considered. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Monasticism.doc

The Beginnings of Christianity in Britain
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This 11 page paper looks at the way in which Christianity was established in Britain. Firstly through the Romans, and then by Pope Gregory, Saint Augustine, and Constantine. The isolation of the Celtic church and the success of the Synod of Whitby are also considered. The bibliography cites 13 sources.
Filename: TEchrori.wps

Satan & Christianity
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A 7 page essay exploring the role that Satan plays in Christianity. Using the Bible and other citations, the writer looks at Satan in the Old and New Testament and compares those depictions with the role he plays today. Bibliography is included.
Filename: Satanchr.wps

The Virgin Mary
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Also known as The Blessed Virgin and as the mother of Jesus, Mary's role in the history of Christianity and her role today are discussed in this 5 page essay. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Mary.wps

Judaism & Christianity
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A 20 page paper on discussing, and comparing, Judaism and Christianity. A history of the beginning of Christianity is discussed as well as the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem which was the beginning of the end of the Jewish rule in the then civilized world. The works of Flavius Josephus and Pope Clement I are included. Similarities and differences are discussed with a focus on the differences between the two. Persecution is also addressed followed by some pertinent information regarding relations today. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Judch2.rtf

Comparing Judaism, Christianity & Islam
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6 pages in length. There exist a great many religions in the world; some could not be any further apart in beliefs and principles, while others that are seemingly opposite actually have a significant number of qualities in common. Such is the case with Judaism, Christianity and Islam, where even though the three religions appear quite diverse, they share quite a few collective properties. The writer discusses these similarities as they relate to Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: 3rels.rtf

Islam's Ramadan, Judaism's Hanukkah And Christianity's Easter: Comparison
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5 pages in length. The writer discusses how there exist a great many religions in the world; some could not be any further apart in beliefs and principles, while others that are seemingly opposite actually have a significant number of qualities in common. Such is the case with Judaism, Christianity and Islam, where even though the three religions appear quite diverse, they share quite a few collective properties in relation to Ramadan, Hanukkah and Easter. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCholid.wps

Origins Of Judaism, Christianity And Islam
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A 5 page paper which compares and contrast the origins of Judaism, Christianity and Islam by determining how, where and when these religions emerged and by describing their relationship to each other. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Juchis.rtf

The Concept of Personhood (Being a Good Person) in Relation to Judaism, Christianity and Islam
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A 5 page paper which examines what it means to be a good person in Judaism, Christianity and Islam, specifically considering ) origin, relationship between the body and soul, similarities and differences between man and animal, and ethics. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TGperson.rtf

How Religions Make Countries The Way They Are
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In a 5 page essay, the author discusses the topics of Buddhism in China, Judaism in Israel and Christianity in America. Comparisons of the different religions and the countries are made. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Religion.doc

All Religions Lead To The Same Goal - A Discussion of Buddhism, Judaism, Islam and Christianity
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A 5 page discussion of the similarities of these four major world religions. Presents the contention that the goal of each is to provide an ultimate purpose to mankind and a prescription for meeting at purpose. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPreligi2.wps

All Religions Lead To The Same Goal: A Discussion of Buddhism, Judaism, Islam and Christianity
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A 5 page discussion of the similarities of these four major world religions. Presents the contention that the goal of each is to provide an ultimate purpose to mankind and a prescription for meeting at purpose. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPreligi.wps

Christianity's Separation From Judaism Analyzed
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This 5 page research paper examines the major reasons why Christianity became a separate religion from Judaism. Specifically explored are the similarities between early Christians and Jews, the role of Jesus in the separation, and the difficulties of using modern sources to understand early Christianity. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Chrisep.wps

Zoroastrianism & Its Influence On The Development Of Judaism and Christianity
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A 15 page paper that provides a substantive view of the prophet Zoroaster, the subsequent development of the religion of Zoroastrianism, and considers the implications for the development of Judaic and Christian doctrine and practices. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Zoroas.rtf

War & Christianity
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A 6 page paper on the connection between Christianity and war—the proclivity to bring religious elements into the war game by such deadly leaders as Hitler, Stalin, etc. The writer posits that most of this can be blamed on misinterpretation of The Bible to meet the leaders' political desires, but that 'the masses' are those who are actually capable of peace. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Warchrst.wps

A Comparison of Islam and Christianity
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This 9 page paper compares and contrasts the religious beliefs of Islam as compared to those of Christianity. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Islchris.wps

Comparison Of Christianity & Islam
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In 7 pages, the author discusses the similarities and differences of Christianity and Islam. The two religions share many commonalties, but they have very different doctrines. No bibliography.
Filename: Religio2.wps

The Meaning Of Life in Hinduism, Christianity and Islam
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This three page-paper compares and contrasts the reason for life according to the Hindus, Christians and the Islam’s. Bibliography lists two sources.
Filename: CWLifeme.wps

Hinduism and Christianity / A Comparison
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A 5 page research paper which compares these two major world religions. The writer demonstrates that although there are vast differences in the belief systems of these two religions, there are also a surprising number of areas of commonality. Bibliography included.
Filename: Hinchri.wps

Buddhism Religion, Phil. & Ethic vs. Christianity Rel., Phil. & Ethic
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A 5 page research paper in which the writer discusses similarities and differences that exist between the teachings of Christianity & Buddhism. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Buddchri.wps

Comparing Christianity, Buddhism and Native American Religions
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A 7 page research paper that compares the general precepts of these three religious areas—Christianity, Buddhism, and Native American religions. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: 993regns.rtf

Boethian Philosophy vs. Christianity
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A 5 page comparison of Boethian philosophy and Christianity. Emphasis on Boethian ideals. 3 + sources listed in bibliography.
Filename: Boethian.wps

Christianity & Scholarship
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A 4 page paper that provides an overview of Tinder's article entitled 'Exercising a Christian Intellect' from Christian Century, which is essentially a look at George Marsden's recent work on scholarship and religion. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Chrisint.wps