Essays and Research Papers on Church & Politics

An 11 page paper that begins with definitions of evangelism, including the four characteristics of evangelical Christians. This is followed by a history of evangelism including a discussion about how Luther, Zwingli and Calvin interpreted the Lord's Supper. The writer discusses the first missionaries to India and China and also comments on Billy Graham. ...

This 9 page paper examines the religious document for authenticity. Its history is traced as well as the various translations that have come under scrutiny in recent times. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 6 page paper assessing the influence that the history of Algeria’s independence and Palestine’s struggle against Israel has had on the development of terrorism as it exists in today’s world. In many respects, it seems as though terrorism has become little more than a bad habit for many of those promoting and practicing ...

This 4 page paper considers the Gospel of Luke, its cultural context and history; and some theological reflections about it and how it relates to present day problems. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper considers a turning point in Jewish history: the establishment of the Hasmonean Rule. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page essay discusses the history of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church and the AME ordination process. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 9 page overview of the history of this long-standing institution. This paper discusses the merger that occurred between Methodist, Presbyterian, and Congregationalist to form the United Church and describes how element of each are still visible in contemporary worship. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 9 page paper. Can we every know the historical Jesus? Is it important to know? This paper discusses these questions by reporting what we know about the history of Christ. The writer comments on the different periods when scholars focused on this question and what they emphasized. The writer comments on why it is ...

A 7 page paper which surveys the history of Carmelite spirituality, with emphasis on the Teresian sect, and also examines its particular charism. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page paper examines the relationship between Confucianism and Buddhism in China with a focus on how Buddhism changed the Chinese people. The paper looks at the history of these philosophies as they emerged in the nation. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page paper which provides a brief history of the Church but concentrates on the mission and purpose of the Catholic Church as dictated by sacred scripture and tradition. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page essay that looks at Stephen Reynolds' The Foundations of Christianity. The writer argues that one might describe this work as a "Cliff Notes" study guide or the "Reader's Digest" version of several centuries of history that cover the time both before and after the life of Jesus. No topic is covered ...

A 9 page research paper that, first of all, addresses the question of "What is Hinduism?" with the writer offering history and description of this major world religion's major tenets and texts. Secondly, the writer address how "Hinduism" is an invented concept that was propagated by the British to explain Indian spirituality. Bibliography lists 5 ...

A 10 page paper which discusses the practice of Buddhism in America by first providing a brief history of the religious philosophy and how it found its way to America, examining the different sects of Buddhism in America, how it has adjusted to American society, the changes in rituals as a result of Westernization, and finally ...

A 6 page discussion of the many factors which have entered into the problems in the Middle East and the world wide swath of terrorism which has resulted. Presented as an answer to four specific questions, this paper analyzes the history of the conflict, the impacts of Western influence, the move toward secularization, the ...

A 5 page research paper that addresses the history of the Unification Church; its image of the divine; its expectations for human behavior; its eschatology, as well as the writer/tutor’s take on this religious cult. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page paper that presents Paul's view of the Christ Event in history. The writer cites Scripture to explain the meaning and the necessity for all three parts of the event to be viewed together. The premise being the events cannot be separated from each other. The writer comments on the concept of the ...

A 5 page discussion of the importance of Israel in terms of Jewish identity. The author emphasizes that Jewish identity exists in relation to a turbulent history of this region. The contention is presented that the creation of a binational Israeli-Palestinian state is imperative for both Jewish identity and Palestinian identity. Bibliography ...

This 12 page paper gives an in-depth overview of Islamic banking. The paper looks at the history and development of Islamic banking in recent times, the major characteristics of Islamic banking, gives a description of the different financial products and financial instruments which are utilised, considers the banking regulations, the strategic and competitive issues faced ...

This 8 page paper traces the history and evolution of church construction beginning with the small chapels in the early years and discusses the construction of massive cathedral complexes. Church construction emerged as a result of Constantine's rule and the buildings became more and more ornate during the medieval ages beginning in the 11th century. ...

An 8 page paper that discusses specific information about Judaism. The writer begins by reporting the history, Sacred texts and the people. The writer discusses Jewish mysticism and some of the thinkers and scholars in the faith. Major festivals are identified along with some of the customs in Judaism. At the end of the ...

An 11 page discussion of the social, economic, and cultural histories of these peoples in the U.S. To prosper in America one must Americanize to one extent or another. The Amish and the most devout of Orthodox Jews have chosen to resist this Americanization. Others, however, have not. This has led ...

A 5 page research paper that compares and contrasts Christianity and Islam. The writer discusses the history of both faiths, finding numerous similarities and then discusses differences in outlook, focusing on the different interpretations that each faith give the Genesis story. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page paper is comprised of two 3 page papers dealing with the Ecumenical Movement, and Catholic and Protestant Missions throughout history. The bibliographies list a total of 4 sources; both papers include outlines.

This 10 page paper provides an overview of the history of the church as it respects the roles of women. The early church is examined in addition to the church during Mediaeval times and during the Victorian Era. The modern church and women's roles in society are discussed. Bibliography lists 10 sources.