Essays and Research Papers on Church & Politics

This 5 page paper defines and explains what are meant by the terms Spiritual Specialist, Dharma and Ahimsa and how they may be seen in practice. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

A 5 page research paper that examines how Christianity has been affected by the modern world. The writer particularly focuses on the Enlightenment, and theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 7 page paper which examines the idea of comparative perspectives as seen in “Religious Worlds” by William E. Paden. Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the contributions and the life of preacher Billy Graham as it relates to the country and Christian thought. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the strengths and weaknesses of Gilgamesh, from the classic “The Epic of Gilgamesh,” and Adam from Genesis. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.

18 pages in length. John P. Newport was a quintessential examiner; not only did he base his entire life upon finding out the truth of any given topic, delving deeply into its often soft and malleable center in doing so, but he also sought to bring this truth to the people by way of ...

This 5 page paper uses an article on cultural diversity in literature as a springboard for discussion. The paper argues that cultural diversity is not conducive to spirituality. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

5 pages in length. Was Adam and Eve bound by weakness or were their actions the result of free will? God warned Adam and Eve not to eat from the Tree of Conscience, but they did not heed his admonition. Convinced by the serpent that committing sin would pose them no harm, they ...

A 5 page exegetical analysis of Luke 7:11-17, employing the exegetical method outlined by Michael S. Gorman. The writer examines the historical, cultural and theological context of this text, which relates the story of the raising from the dead the only son of the widow of Nain. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses the writing and life experiences of noted theologian and novelist, Frederick Buechner. Examples are given from three of his works to support the research. Interviews and personal quotes included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 6 page paper which examines the life of Saint Patrick and argues that his humble and courageous Christian position, one that argued against funding and idolatry, was and is important to the Christian faith. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 5 page paper evaluates criteria for sainthood in the Roman Catholic Church. Peter and Christopher's roles are discussed to see if they were correctly dubbed saints according to the criteria. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses and explains the Call of Moses found in Exodus. Moses is introduced in a very concise and dramatic way and while there are years missing, we can say that Moses' life was divided into three 'forties': the first forty he spent as a prince in Pharaoh’s court, the second a ...

A 5 page discussion of the historical setting within which modern-day Palestinian terrorism evolved. The author of this setting utilizes this historical setting to illustrate why the predominant world view that terroristic acts are simply unacceptable is not shared by radical Palestinian Islamics who see terrorism as a needed component and acceptable component of ...

15 pages. This paper covers a gamut of topics concerning the worldview as well as the Christian worldview; considers some of the basic elements of our world and how they all came about. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page discussion of the four criteria of saintliness as enumerated by the early twentieth century philosopher William James in his book “The Varieties of Religious Experience”. The author explores each of these criteria then applies them to Rumi as he is revealed in Annemarie Schimmel’s “Rumi’s World” (a book originally published in ...

A 5 page exegetical examination of Luke 18:1-8. This passage of scripture relates the parable of the "persistent widow," a narrative that deals with persistence and prayer. This exegetical examination of this scripture follows the method outlined by Michael S. Gorman (2001). The writer compares the passage to other translations and, also, ...

A paper which considers various aspects of Confucianism, in terms of a social philosophy and a religious belief system, and looks at the differences between the Confucian system and other Chinese philosophies.

This 7 page paper discusses Christmas and its uniquely American customs, traditions, and trivia. This paper reveals that many of the things associated with Christmas have American origins. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This is a 5 page paper discussing the story of David and Goliath and its importance in the unity and teachings of the Church. The story of David and Goliath in the Old Testament (1 Samuel 17:4) is considered one of the central teachings in the Christian and Jewish religions. In addition to children enjoying ...

A 6 page discussion of the variation in the way we as families tend to the needs of our dying family members. The author notes that while at one time in U.S. history all families, irrespective of culture, took an active role in dying needs of their loved ones, today many of us have ...

An 8 page paper which examines the figures of Muhammad and Buddha, comparing and contrasting the two. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This is a 6 page paper discussing the change in Islamic communities in the West since the 9/11 terrorists’ attacks. Since the September 11, 2001 terrorists’ attacks on the United States, the Islamic communities in the United States, as well as the rest of the world, have received a great deal of exposure and misunderstanding ...

This 5-page paper discusses websites dealing with the Shroud of Turin, the piece of linen allegedly used to wrap Jesus of Nazareth after his death. The paper contrasts two websites, discusses their content, mission, and then determines which of the two is the more comprehensive one.

A paper which considers the differences and similarities between the ideas of truth as expressed in Swift's Gulliver's Travels and St Augustine's Confessions.