Christianity Today
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Christianity is and always has been the dominant religious preference in the United States. It was founded on the philosophy of religious freedom and the extensive diversity that has characterized the development of the nation has defined much of the political sentiment over the years. t is essential to understanding the status of Christianity today to relate a history of its development in the United States. There remains a core of Christian believers that are the foundation of Christian belief today. A trend in commercialization of Christian products indicates a rise of interest among younger people. This 6 page paper examines the history of Christianity in the United States and concludes with a creative look of the status of Christian thought in today's world. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Christod.wps

Gnosticism in Early Christianity
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In 5 pages, the author explores the role of Gnosticism in early Christianity. Gnosticism had a role in early Christianity. For some, the role was minimal, while for others the role was the essence of Christianity. Gnosticism was a quest for spiritual knowledge of an intimate nature. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PCgec.wps

Role of Christianity in Social Movements of the 1800s
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This 5 page paper looks at the use of the bible and the Christian church in either supporting or condemning controversial practices of the nineteenth century. The primary focus is on slavery but women’s suffrage is also addressed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA51800s.wps

The Future of Christianity
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In 8 pages the author discusses the future of Christianity. Christianity is a religion that has many theologies and doctrines. Although there are many sects of Christianity, they all share certain values and beliefs. The main points of Christianity are an adherence to the ten commandments, and a belief in the concepts that Jesus is the Son of God, Jesus was born of the virgin Mary, Jesus was crucified, dead and buried, Jesus was resurrected from the dead. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Christfut.wps

Creationism Verses Evolution
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A 9 page outline of the theories of creationism and evolution. Outlines the strengths and weaknesses of each and concludes that neither is inherently superior to the other. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Creaevo.doc

Evolution
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A 5 page paper discussing the basics of evolution. Included is a description of the classic theory of evolution in addition to the theory of creationism. A brief sketch of the history of evolution is included followed by a discussion of the two theories that are most prevalent. A discussion about the possibilities both theories possess is illustrated. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Evolve.wps

Evolution vs. Creationism
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A 10 page research paper discussing Evolution vs. Creation. Topics explored include: reaction of 19th century theologians and clergy to Darwin's theories, court cases resulting from teaching the theory of evolution, including the famous Scopes' Monkey Trial, the current acceptance level of evolution. Bibliography includes 10 references.
Filename: Darwin.wps

Is Creationism a Science ? -- Yes !
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A comprehensive, 6 page discussion of whether or not creationism is truly a science. The author believes that it is in fact, a science and defines many relevant terms. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Keywords: biology, evolution, social science.
Filename: Creatism.wps

Is Creationism a Science? -- No !
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An 8 page research paper examining whether or not creationism is truly a bonafide science. The writer describes the main theories of Creation-science and illustrates through argument that it does not meet the criteria to be a science. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: MBcreation.wps

The Debate Over Creationism and Evolution
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The renewed debate over creationism versus evolution has been fueled by a decision made by a Kansas school board to delete any mention of evolution from classroom material. This 5 page paper argues that the attack on the theories of evolution - more specifically, natural selection as proposed by Darwin, as being devoid of a scientific foundation is ludicrous, however real the argument seems to those making it. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KTnatsel.wps

The Theories of Creation and Evolution: Conflict and Harmony
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A 5 page discussion of the inherent harmony between the theories of creation and evolution. Points out that although evolutionists often discredit the theory of creationism as primitive, there is room in both theories for recognition of the precepts of the other. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPcreatn.wps

Theories of Creationism
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This 8 page paper delves into the controversies not only surrounding the debate between creationism and evolution but arguments within the realm of creationism itself. Include are interpretations such as progressive creationism, catastrophism, scientific creationism and the gap theory. The premise that the majority of people in America believe in pure creationism is supported by several arguments. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Creatheo.wps

Evil: The Jewish View
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2 pages in length. The Jews view evil as a necessary element of one's existence; however, they are forever attempting to figure out why they, as a collective people, have been forced to endure such a significant amount of it in a historical content. Indeed, Smith and Novak are especially eloquent in their ability to illustrate the complexities related to the Jewish perception of evil, implicating the nature of existence as one of the strongest explanations. The writer discusses how the Jews incorporate the presence of evil and all its forces into many of their religious rituals and observances, eternally hoping to rid themselves of not only their enemies but also any offenses they may have committed along the way. No bibliography.
Filename: TLCevil.wps

Concepts of Good and Evil in Bhagavad Gita
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A 5 page research paper on the ancient religious text, the Bhagavad Gita. The writer argues that Western theology tends to see the world in terms of being strictly good or strictly evil, and that today the Western world is slowly catching up to the theological stance that was worked out in Eastern philosophy somewhere between the fifth and fourth century B.C. and expressed in the religious text the Bhagavad Gita. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: 99bhgita.rtf

The Ethical Significance Of Human Dignity In Veritatis Splendor, Judaism And Confucius As Compared With The United Nations Declaration On Human Rights
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5 pages in length. As 1998 marks the fiftieth anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights as proclaimed by the General Assembly of the United Nations, there is significant question as to whether or not the written manifesto addresses the issue of human dignity as well as it was meant to do. Comparing the ethical significance of such with Veritatis Splendor, Judaism and Confucius, one can easily conclude that there are considerable alterations in the overall application of its importance. The writer discusses how the Declaration, while offering great promise at its conception and even delivering some of what was pledged, has failed quite miserably in recognizing the ethical significance of human dignity throughout the world when compared with Judaism, Confucius and Veritatis Splendor. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Lao Tzu and Confucius / A Comparison Between Taoism and Confucianism
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A 4 page paper that provides a comparison of Taoism and Confucianism and their applications for an understanding of modern Eastern culture. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Laotzu.wps

The Meaning of Evil in Two Faiths
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This three- page paper explains the concept of evil in the Christian and Jewish Faiths. Bibliography lists two sources.
Filename: CWevil.wps

Islam In Africa
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In any study of religious history it is difficult to find an unbiased and strictly historical perspective. This is true for study of Islam's role in the history of Africa. The influence of the colonial rule slanted the view of history in one direction while the fundamentalism of the Islamic culture adds another perspective. The history of Arab expansion has been recorded similarly with the lone exception of religious explanations for expansionist policies. This 10 page paper examines the history of the spread of Islam in Africa. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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Comparisons of Plato and C.S. Lewis' Screwtape
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A 6 page paper comparing the two works. C. S. Lewis is known for his Christian writing, both overt and more veiled forms. The Screwtape Letters most assuredly are the finest example of Lewis' overt Christian work in that Screwtape, demon supreme, writes letters of instruction to his nephew Wormwood, who is on assignment to gain a particular soul for satan's collection. Plato of course is pre-Christian, but he does give credence to the ancient Greek gods. While he grants gods at least part of their due, he is certain that responsibility for goodness and moral behavior is attributable to the worth of the individual, is determined by the individual without outside influence. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: KSlewis.doc

Swihart & Richardson/Counseling in Times of Crisis
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A 12 page analysis of the book Counseling in Times of Crisis by Judson Swihart and Gerald Richardson. This text offers a comprehensive and informative guide for Christian counseling. Their obvious purpose in compiling this guide was to facilitate and encourage the process of pastoral care regarding the emotional and psychological needs of congregations. To accomplish this goal, the authors touched on every conceivable area of crisis that Christians may encounter; and, in so doing, they demonstrate the power and capabilities of pastoral counseling services. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 90crisis.rtf

Christianity, Judaism, Islam And Zen Buddhism: Comparison
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5 pages in length. The writer compares Christianity, Judaism, Islam and Zen Buddhism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCzen.doc

“The Manual of Zen Buddhism” by D. T. Suzuki”
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This 4 page report discusses the anthology compiled by the late Zen scholar Daisetz Teitaro Suzuki (1869-1966). Much of what Suzuki has to say reflects the fact that, in Buddhism, there are degrees of enlightenment and the enlightened one can move from realm to realm and world to world yet is at home in each. Progress in the practice of Zen is a transformation in the manner in which one sees the world. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: BWsuzuki.wps

Buddhism - Pratityasamutpada & Zen Koans
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A 5 page research essay on the similar use of koans between the pratityasamutpada (ancient) and Zen forms of Buddhism. The writer provides a background for the similarity between the two forms of Buddhism, and discusses examples of the koans and the reasons behind them—the Middle Way. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Zenprat.rtf

Spread of Buddhism From India to China, Korea & Japan
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An 8 page paper which examines the expansion of Buddhism from India to China, Korea and Japan. Specifically explored is the transition from Theravada Buddhism to Mahayana Buddhism. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Buddspre.wps

Zen Buddhism
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This 5 page report discusses some of the most fundamental concepts oz Zen Buddhism. The practice of Zen Buddhism is different among the Chinese, Japanese and Americans. Although the word “Zen” is Japanese and though Japan is now its home, Zen Buddhism is the creation of T'ang dynasty China. In Buddhism, there are degrees of enlightenment and the enlightened one can move from realm to realm and world to world yet is at home in each. Progress in the practice of Zen is a transformation in the manner in which one sees the world. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BWzen.wps

Zen Disciplines
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In Buddhism, Zen is meditation. It is separate from other forms of Buddhism in that it's central tenet is the practice of meditation, rather than adherence to a particular scripture or doctrine. Within the Zen discipline there are the sects of Soto and Rinzai. This 8 page paper explores the practice of Zen Buddhism and the relationship of the Soto and Rinzai Zen disciplines. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Zenbudd.rtf

Importance of Anti-Catholic Sentiment in Charlotte Bronte’s “Villette”
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A 5 page paper which evaluates the importance of anti-Catholic sentiment in Charlotte Bronte’s 1853 novel, 'Villette.' Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TGvillet.wps

The Renaissance & Catholic Reform
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This 7 page paper discusses the how the European Renaissance was responsible for the Protestantism of Calvinism and Lutheranism and reform within the Catholic Church. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Renreli.wps

Avery Dulles/The Priestly Office
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A 5 page analysis and summation of Father Avery Dulles' philosophy in regards to Catholic theology and orthodoxy as expressed in his book The Priestly Office: A Theological Reflection. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 99dulles.wps

'Roman Catholicism, A New Improved Religion ?'
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A 9 page paper dealing with changes that have occurred in the Roman Catholic Church in the decades & years leading upto 1996; Writer argues that Vatican changes after 1962 have had a detrimental reforming impact. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Cathchur.wps

Analysis of Anna Quindlen’s “I Am a Catholic”
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A 2 page paper which considers the traditional meaning of Catholicism and contrasts it with Anna Quindlen’s modern interpretation in her essay, “I Am a Catholic.”
Filename: TGcathlc.rtf

Authority & Mutuality in Marriage/Catholic Views
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A 12 page research paper that examines in detail Ephesians 5: 21-33, which deals with the relationship of husbands and wives and the general topic of Christian marriage. Drawing on the teachings of Pope John Paul II, the writer argues that this relationship mirrors the relationship of Christ to the Church, and that these verses indicate that the partners are equal. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: 99huswif.wps

Brazil And The Catholic Church
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9 pages in length. The Roman Catholic Church has both stood in the way of, as well as promoted, Brazil's development and modernization. It can be argued that the Church's influence is quite considerable in that it represents the most important social institution with the singular exception of family. The significance of church interaction is undeniable; to be sure, its influence is felt at a number of social and political levels. Unlike the United States, Brazil's history had little distinction between church and state, as the two were readily intertwined. The writer discusses how nearly all of Brazil's population -- ninety percent -- are self-proclaimed Roman Catholics, so it is no surprise to learn that Catholicism is one of the most influential sources in their personal and educational lives. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TLCbrazl.wps

Bryk, et al/Catholic Schools & the Common Good
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A 6 page analysis of Catholic Schools and the Common Good, a book based on the educational research conducted by authors Anthony S. Bryk, Valerie E. Lee and Peter B. Holland. The writer summarizes their methods and results and then offers an opinion as where the study failed to address certain variables. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 99cathhs.wps

Catholic Church Bans Embryo Research
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This five-page-paper discusses the views of the Roman Catholic Church regarding the research on the human embryo. Scientists have discovered a way to grow human tissue and body parts using stem cells from human embryos. The Catholic Church is against the practice and wants it stopped. Bibliography lists three sources.
Filename: CWcathol.wps

Catholic Divorce and Annulment
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An 8 page research paper that looks at the issues of annulment and divorce from the perspective of Catholic theology. The writer demonstrates that these issues have caused a variety of opinions within the Church. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: 99annul.rtf

Catholicism & Modern Society
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A 6 page paper that provides a substantive overview of the common arguments in modern Catholicism today and considers their implication for the progression of the church. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Modcath.wps

Catholicism and Life After Death
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A 5 page paper which discusses the different doctrines of the Catholic Church as they apply to life after death. Purgatory is discussed and illustrated as it is the most unique of the Catholic Church's doctrines which applies to life after death. Other various issues are mentioned as well, including what the Catholic Church is concerned with as we move into the new millenium. Bibliography lists 4 sources
Filename: RApurg.doc

Christian Ethics and Morals of Catholicism
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A 7 page paper discussing the interrelatedness of morality, ethics and scripture. Believers have been warned not to be so heavenly minded that they are rendered no earthly good. In expounding on Christian morality and ethics, each of the authors consulted for this paper advocate integrating scripture with daily life, rather than compartmentalizing concepts and activities so that one cannot be used to assess another. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KSCethic.doc

Corruption in the Roman Catholic Church During the Middle Ages
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A well-written 8 page paper detailing the political corruptions of the Catholic Church during the Middle Ages as well as some of its causes and effects. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Chriscor.wps