Essays and Research Papers on Eastern Religions

This 7 page paper provides an overview of Buddhism in China. Various forms of Buddhism are explored. Types of Buddhism within China and other nations are compared and contrasted. Some history is provided as well as information regarding religious practices in communist China today. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 5 page outline of the journey undertaken by Siddartha, the main character of the book, in order to obtain harmony. Draws parallels with Buddhism and Hinduism as well as with Hesse's own life. No additional sources are listed.

An 8 page discussion of the similarities and contrasts of portraits of the Renaissance period. Contends that while the Church was a driving force in the art of the period, the distinctions between the portraits of Popes and noblemen are subtle. Equates the similarities as being a result of the familial backgrounds of ...

5 pages. Mediators, shaman, medicine men, whatever they might be titled today find themselves having to reconcile between technology and their ancient beliefs and cultures. This paper explains whether this can actually be done, and if so, how they manage to do so. There are questions as to whether their people will ...

This 8 page paper discusses the role of Confucian reflection in early Chinese poetry. It touches on the similar role played by Plato in considering early Greek writing. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This concisely written 4 page paper looks at Christianity and Buddhism comparing them in four areas; their respective views on divinity, the beliefs and practices, material expression and sacred texts. The bibliography cites 2 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 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 ...

This 4 page paper examines the history of Buddhism and its significance, particularly in China and Japan.Research is provided to support the assumptions. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper that reports the total restrictions on the Church during communist rule and discusses issues related to progress in the church after communist rule. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This is an 8 page paper discussing gender roles in Ramayana and those of today. The tale of Ramayana first said to be written around the year 1000 B.C. outlines the traditional gender roles in dharma. Rama as the male role model was obedient to his parents and faithful to his wife and eventually led ...

A 9 page research paper that examines Sramana traditions. Sramana traditions refer to an ideology of world renunciation that grew out of Hindu beliefs in the early history of India. This examination of Sramana traditions not only describes these traditions, but also investigates them within the context of their relationship to Hinduism. Bibliography lists 6 ...

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 ...

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 ...

This 5 page paper reviews these two myths from ancient India and Mesopotamia noting the differences that exist in relation to how the gods interact with humans. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A paper which looks at the role of women in Hindu society, based on religious texts such as the Laws of Manu, and considers the socio-cultural reasons why they should have a subordinate role.

This 2 page paper consider this basic Buddhist principle and the way in which it can be seen as the law of cause an effect. The paper also examines the relationship of Dependant Origin with the Four Noble Truths. This is the second paper in a set of four. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at the way in which culture can influence attitudes towards health and medical care. The paper looks at the Indian Hindu culture and how it may impact on the way an nursing intervention are undertaken. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 6 page research paper that addresses two topics (roughly 3 pages each). The first topic contrasts and compares Vedanta Hinduism with Buddhism. The second topic contrasts and compares ancient Greek philosophy with Indian philosophy in general. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 4 page research paper/essay that takes the form of a letter from one of his ministers to the Tibetan king Trisong Detsen, concerning the form of Buddhism that Tibet should adopt by observing a debate between the Indian master Kamalashila and the Chinese master Hoshang. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

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. ...

This 5 page essay provides a student with a hypothetical interview with an Indian-American that focuses on the individual's worldview, which is influenced by Hinduism. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 6 page overview of the arguments of the Indian philosopher Nagarjuna who lived between the first and second century CE, some five hundred years after the death of Buddha. This was a time of dramatic debates regarding Buddhist doctrine and practice and Nagarjuna philosophy would come to be accepted by a major component ...

A 4 page examination of how craving is addressed in Indian philosophy. The author reviews the four Noble Truths as well as the eight meritorious thoughts in completing this examination. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page comparison of Boethian philosophy and Christianity. Emphasis on Boethian ideals. 3 + sources listed in bibliography.