Anselm’s Ontological Arguments
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A 5 page research paper/essay that discusses the first and second ontological arguments of Anselm of Canterbury (1033-1109), who was the first medieval theologian to propose an ontological argument on the existence of God. An ontological argument is a method that relies on logic alone, rather than scripture, as it endeavors to establish a priori proof that God exists. Then, the writer discusses the response written by Anselm’s contemporary Gaunilo of Marmoutier. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khansont.rtf

ANSWERS TO ESSAYS
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This 6-page paper encompasses answers to various essay questions. Topics include how Avon operates on a world-wide basis, the Just in Time concept for manufacturing, the differences between Hinduism and Islam (and similarities) as well as the differences and similarities between Taiwan and mainland China.
Filename: MTansess.rtf

Anthony Ceresko/ Introduction to the Old Testament
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A 5 page book report that focuses on the many virtues of Anthony R. Ceresko's book, Introduction to the Old Testament: A Liberation Perspective. The writer discusses Ceresko's approach to Old Testament scripture, explaining how it is based on the theoretical model of Norman Gottwald, and also mentions the areas in which the book is weak. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khintcer.rtf

Anthropological Interviewing/Religion
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A 5 page research paper that describes an interview conducted by the writer/tutor with a member of the Moravian church. The paper focuses on the interview as an anthropological process, describing what was learned about the interviewee's religious beliefs and what it means to be a Moravian. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khantmor.rtf

Anthropological Method To Hinduism
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A 4 page paper. The anthropological method to Hinduism is one that follows along the premises found in the anthropology of religion. It becomes an ethnographic approach that considers culture. In other words, the anthropological method is one that is interdisciplinary. This essay discusses how some anthropologists have approached the study of India and caste systems. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PGhndu.rtf

Anti-Semitism: Before and After the Enlightenment
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A 5 page overview of the undercurrent of anti-Semitism which paralyzed the world before the Enlightenment and reappeared in force soon afterward. Although the Enlightenment, a period also known as the Jewish Emancipation, would see tremendous advances for Jews in world culture the ugly head of anti-Semitism would reenter the world with Adolf Hitler. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPjewHt.rtf

Apocalyptic Literature
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the history of the theories that predict the end times, focusing on how religion uses it to control its people. How the elite used the theories to control the social order during the high middle ages is explored. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA022Apo.rtf

Apocalyptic Visions and Imagery/Book of Daniel, Chap. 8
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A 16 page research paper that examines in detail the eighth chapter of the Book of Daniel as a piece of Jewish apocalyptic literature. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: 99apodan.rtf

Apology By Quintus Septimius Florens Tertullian
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A 2 page paper that presents an outline of the work and a discussion of strengths and weaknesses. No Bibliography.
Filename: PGtrtln.rtf

Aquinas and Just War
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This 4 page paper discusses Thomas Aquinas's work in the Summa Theologiae, in which he argues that there is such a thing as just war; it further discusses how this opinion conflicts with the rest of the work. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: HVJustWr.rtf

Aquinas: First Mover and First Cause
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A paper which looks critically at Aquinas's Five Ways, and at the problems inherent in his arguments for the First Mover and First Cause. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JLaqways.rtf

Archbishop Oscar Romero: Overview
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3 pages in length. Considered one of the greatest martyrs for the benefit of mankind, Archbishop Oscar Romero ultimately sacrificed his life so that his voice could speak for the less fortunate. Romero knew all along that his very presence epitomized controversy, a reality he understood would one day cost him his life; however, this fact never slowed down his efforts to improve life for the Salvadoran people. All he wanted was for mankind to be more humane, for the fierce warriors of the contemporary global society to abandon their arms in exchange for mutual brotherhood and for people to learn to live with and respect each other. And for these aspirations to which he dedicated his entire being, he ended up paying the highest price. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: TLCOscarRom.rtf

Archeology, Israel, and Human Remains
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A 12 page paper which discusses various aspects concerning the science of excavating human remains, with emphasis on such endeavors in Israel as it relates primarily to first century discoveries. The archeological sites of Qumran and Masada are mentioned. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: RAexcavate.wps

Are Buckingham Palace and Graceland Pilgrimage Sites?
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This 4 page paper discusses the concept of pilgrimage, and argues that Buckingham Palace and Graceland can be defined as pilgrimage sites. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: HVPilgrm.rtf

Arguing Against Islamic Beliefs
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A 5 page argumentative essay that first defines several precepts of the Islamic faith and then argues against them. The writer sums up this position by arguing that Islam has failed to evolve from precepts that were more appropriate to the Middle Ages. Bibliography list s6 sources.
Filename: khagais.rtf

Argument: Blaise Pascal’s Statement about Religion and Evil is Wrong
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This 4 page paper argues that Blaise Pascal’s famous statement, “Men never do evil so completely and cheerfully as when they do it from religious conviction,” is incorrect. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: HVNoPscl.rtf

Arguments Against Same Sex Union Ceremonies in the United Methodist Church
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This 6 page report discusses the issues related to same sex “marriages” in the context of the United Methodist Church and offers both biblical reference and Methodist doctrine to support its point of view in which prohibitions against same-sex unions and gay ordination are upheld. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWssex.rtf

Arguments Behind the Dead Sea Scrolls
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5 pages in length. It was in 1947 that some Bedouins in the Judean Desert came upon a cave and found inside some clay jars. Out of curiosity, they broke open the jars and in one found some bundles containing scrolls. These Dead Sea Scrolls reveal documents of a strange Jewish sect that was philosophically opposed to rabbinic Judaism. The discussion in this paper is about that argument. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JGAdeadc.wps

Arianism:
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This 5 page paper highlights the theology of Arianism, which is the ancient belief that Jesus was divine but not God. This paper considers Arianism in relation to Christianity, touching on the Council of Nicaea which eradicated this belief. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: GSArianm.rtf

Arjuna & Karna/Mahabharata
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A 16 page research paper that examines the characterization of two heroes, Arjuna and Karna, who appear in the great Indian epic the Mahabharata. As epic heroes, both men are presented as the embodiment of all admirable qualities. Both men are natural born warriors, who are tremendously skilled in battle, excellent archers and courageous leaders. However, there are differences between them, which are also discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: kharjkar.wps

Art in the Eastern Tradition: Religious and Mythical Themes
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A 5 page exploration of art as it reflects religion and mythology in India. The author provides examples from dance, folklore, jewelry and architecture. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPrlgArt.rtf

Article Analysis/Crazy Beliefs
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A 3 page analysis of "Why People Believe (What Other People See As) Crazy Ideas" by William Irons. The writer summarizes the main points, which deal with the evolutionary, social purposes of religion in terms of fostering group cohesion, and then offers personal evaluation. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khironsc.rtf

Article Analysis/Evolution of Cooperation
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A 4 page reaction paper that offers the writer/tutor's observations and evaluation of a 2006 article by Dominic Johnson and Jesse Bering, which addresses an issue that has long puzzled social scientists, archeologists, and others, which is why and how prehistoric human societies encouraged the cooperation between people that makes civilization possible. Human cooperation includes instances in which cooperation is not explained by any one of the existing theories. This discussion considers the authors' argument, evidence and thesis, and also offers an explanation for this phenomenon, as well as an evaluation as to the strengths and weakness of their position, as well as an assessment of significance of their position. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khevcoop.rtf

Article Critique
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5 pages in length. M. Cherif Bassiouni’s article entitled Protection of Diplomats Under Islamic Law attempts to illustrate how influential Islamic law has been at the safekeeping of United States diplomats. When determining whether or not Bassiouni provides a well researched article, one must consider several elements: how the author frames and develops his argument; was the thesis clearly expressed; did the article follow a logical sequence; what points were made that lead to the conclusion; was the argument thoroughly developed; how were primary and secondary resources employed; did the conclusion adequately state the most important conclusions that were reached about the subject, as well as the reasons why those conclusions are significant; and what was the overall significance of the article. No additional sources cited.
Filename: TLCartcr.wps

Article Review/Childhood Motivation
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A 3 page article review that offers a summation of each section of a qualitative research study that examined the motivation of children participating in a Christian club. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khawana.rtf

Asian Religions
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This 9 page paper explores the four religions Christianity, Hinduism, Judaism and Jainism, and whether they teach adherents to turn inward toward contemplation or outward to interact with the secular world. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: HVAsiaRe.rtf

Asian-Indian Churches (or Temples) in North America
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A 5 page paper which examines how 21st century Asian-Indian churches (or temples) in North America can bridge the gap between older and younger generations by meeting the needs of the emerging generation. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: TGaichurch.rtf

Aspects of Catholic Tradition
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A 6 page research paper that examines several disputes in Catholic tradition. The writer looks at the history of the Arian heresy and the Trinity; the Church's view of Original Sin; and the ordination of women as priests. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: khcatrad.rtf

Atheism
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An 8 page paper that provides an overview of the beliefs of atheists and considers the impacts of these believes as they relate to perspectives on religion. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Atheism.wps

Atman in the Upanishads?
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An 8 page research paper that investigates what the Upanishads (Hindu religious texts) say about the Atman, which is roughly equivalent to the Judeo/Christian concept of the soul. The writer begins by discussing what the Upanishads are, and then discusses what several of these texts say about Atman. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khatman.rtf

Augustine and God
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This 5 page paper considers Saint Augustine's view of God, and considers the evidence and reasonableness of the view and whether the idea of Gods eternity as being a never ending present makes sense. The bibliography cites 2 sources.
Filename: TEaugust.wps

Augustine as Prodigal Son/Confessions
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A 6 page essay that argues that Augustine in his autobiographical Confessions uses the template provided by the parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15:11-32 as his underling structure and purpose in providing his life story. Augustine is brutally honest about his life before his conversion to Christianity. In fact, Augustine essentially offers the example of his own life as being analogous to that of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15:11-32. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khaugpro.rtf

Augustine on Peace
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A 4 page essay that discusses Augustine's definition of peace, which is "the tranquility of order." The writer discusses this from both a macrocosmic (societal) and microcosmic level (personal). Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khaugpce.rtf

Augustine's City of God
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This 3 page paper takes a look at Augustine's work in relation to Roman society and politics. Questions posed by a student are answered. No additional sources cited.
Filename: SA042Aug.wps

Augustine's View of Humanity
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A 3 page essay that discusses how Augustine perceived human beings. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khaughum.rtf

Augustine’s Confessions
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A 5 page research paper/essay that offers an overview on this text by a founding father of the ancient Roman Catholic Church. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: khaugco3.rtf

Augustine, Luther, and Bonhoeffer: Men of Similar Thought
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A 6 page paper which discusses particular works of Augustine, Luther, and Bonhoeffer, illustrating that while these three men were of different times, different cultures, and different regions, their thoughts and ideas were incredibly similar. The works discussed are The Bondage of The Will by Luther, City of God by Augustine, and Life Together by Bonhoeffer. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAaugluth.wps

Augustine/Aquinas
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A 6 page research paper that examines the influence of Augustine of Hippo and Thomas Aquinas on how the Christian thinkers that came after them regarded the interpretation of the gospels. An examination of the theological perspectives of these two theologians demonstrates that their ideas regarding the gospels have been tremendously influential on the development of Christian dogma. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khaugaq.rtf

Augustine/Confessions
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A 3 page essay that, first, offer a brief biography of Augustine and then offers a brief synopsis of readings from Augustine's Confessions (Book 8) before also offering the writer's personal reaction to the readings, which argue that Augustine's legacy is one of guilt, shame and strengthening patriarchy. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khaugcon.rtf

Augustine/On Christian Teaching
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A 4 page essay that discusses this text by the Church Founding Father, Augustine of Hippo. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khaugcht.rtf