Essays and Research Papers on Religions Of The World

This 6 page paper looks at the precepts and history of Christianity. Several sects are explored. An explanation as to the difference between Protestantism and Roman Catholicism is provided. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 10 page history of Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) and the basis of its creation. Addresses the myth that A.A. is based on Christian precepts. Discounts this myth as being unfounded, pointing out that in reality the approach of the organization is based as much, if not more, on the occult than on Christianity. ...

6 pages in length. The writer addresses the following two questions: 1) What is the relation between faith and practice in Islam? 2) What is the difference between Islamization and Arabization, and how has it affected the history of Islam? Bibliography lists 10 sources.

An 8 page research paper that examines the life of Jesus as to how Jesus perfectly achieved what Carl Jung later called the process of individuation. The writer argues that long before psychologists examined the processes of individuation by which a person obtains a higher level of spiritual consciousness and individuality, a man whom ...

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.

This 15 page paper is to some extent about religious persecution. The history of the Sikhs in Canada is discussed along with the their fight to wear their turbans in a variety of situations. The harsh treatment of the Sikhs is discussed along with the significance of their heritage. Bibliography lists 13 sources. ...

A 16 page paper which discusses various aspects of the Lord's Prayer. The paper discusses the history and importance of the prayer as well as the shape and focus of the prayer. One of the primary concepts examined are those which involve the line "lead us not into temptation." Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the nature of Martin Luther's theological orations and his use of language and metaphor and considers the argument that Martin Luther's sermons and speeches were one of the foundations from which modern Germanic languages have progressed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing the life and works of Martin Luther. A brief description of his early life is included followed by some of the most important occurrences in his life which led him to being the predominant historical figure he is today. He was a man who changed the face of ...

Descartes and Siddhartha/A Comparison : An 8 page comparison between Rene Descartes' seventeenth century masterpiece, Meditations on First Philosophy, and Hermann Hesse's novel, Siddhartha. Descartes' work attempts to reshape the way knowledge is processed and evaluated with a view of reality that is grounded in the physical. The other work is a tale of spiritual ...

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.

A 5 page paper that attempts to find the similarities between Martin Luther's concept of grace and Carl Rogers' Client-Centered Therapy. Although at first glance, it may seem like a real stretch to compare these two theories, the writer does just that. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page discussion of the relationship of art and religion. Illuminates the role of Christianity in shaping the art of the Renaissance period in particular. Emphasizes that this relationship was not only positive in that the Church used its influence to restrict the types of art which was produced and also wielded ...

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 ...

This 4 page paper looks at this book written by J Russell. The paper first considers the main themes of the book, and then goes on to summarise the contents and assess the reasons for the findings given in the book. The bibliography cites 1 source.

A 5 page research paper that examines the content and the impact of the document that Martin Luther posted on the door of the Castle Church in Wittenburg Germany on October 31, 1517—an act which kicked off the Reformation and all of its consequences. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 10 page review of "Heart of Flesh: A Feminist Spirituality for Women and Men" by Joan D. Chittister. The book documents the ostracism of women both from public policy and from the theological development of the western world and uses the work of other authors to substantiate Chittister's contentions. This ostracism has ...

(7 pp) If some one wants to have you "buy something "- whether it is an idea, a belief or an item, there are ways to go about that, that will make you more susceptible to that new thing. Some of these early marketing principles were put into place in both Russia and France ...

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 ...

This 4 page paper explores the basic ideas in Hume's "Miracles" essay and theoretically addresses how Hume might respond to psychic John Edwards. This paper presents the reasons why Hume would not support the work of Edwards based upon his philosophical ideology. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 3 page essay that offers advice and examples to a 16-year-old boy on how to describe his Christian walk. No bibliography is offered.

This 3 page theorizes why one would want to travel to the time of Jesus if time travel were possible. This essay highlights the significant events of Jesus' life in order to underscore the reasons why this moment in time would be of significance. Bibliography lists 1 source.

An 11 page paper. This essay identifies a global city, New York City and a community within that city, Jackson Heights in Queens, New York. The essay explains what global cities are and provides background on Jackson Heights. The essay explains what a holistic ministry is and how to begin establishing one and also discusses ...

A 6 page paper that discusses Augustine's Confessions and Abelard's Stories of my Misfortunes. The two essays are compared and contrasted. The writer comments on the era in which each wrote these particular essays. The writer finds Abelard to be selfish and self-serving, a man who blames everyone else while Augustine's work actually meets both ...

A 3 page essay that discusses how Augustine perceived human beings. Bibliography lists 2 sources.