Essays and Research Papers on Specific People (Religion)

This 4 page paper provides reactions to some of the chapters contained in the book. Some quotes are included.

A 7 page paper that begins with ten short reasons for being a Christian. The essay discusses a number of well-known theologians and apologists and why or how they changed their lives to be Christian and who say Christianity is the only rational choice. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 4 page paper. Abbot Bernard of Clairvaux and Abbot Suger of Saint-Denis were contemporaries who had vastly different opinions regarding the role of art in the Church and in churches. Bernard believed life should be austere while Suger's goal was to honor God by beautifying the church. This essay discusses each of these very ...

4 pages in length. The Bhagavad Gita, a highly valued and respected historical transcript, serves as the principal guide to achieve a virtuous and enlightened existence; its impact upon the Hindus has channeled an entire civilization toward a more humane and tolerant place while living upon this planet. Of the myriad components that ...

A 3 page paper based on the Gospel of Mark. The essay cites verses that illustrate some of the many marginalized groups Jesus associated with and explains why these people were outcasts, e.g., tax collectors. The paper ends with comments about how we can act as disciples, following in Christ's footsteps with marginalized groups today. ...

A 15 page paper that reports the life of Peter, the Apostle, including information about his birth and status in life. The paper describes and discusses many of the actions of Peter and provides comments about lessons we can learn from Peter at the beginning and end of the paper as well as interspersed ...

An 8 page paper. Using Scripture and other sources, the writer discusses the leadership characteristics of both Jesus and Moses. These include the team leadership qualities of empowerment and delegation and also the need for authority. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page paper that discusses the physical death of Jesus, reporting what His body would have suffered. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 7 page paper examines the pope's role in the Catholic Church. Various concepts related to the Church are defined and explored. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 3-page paper presents an example of outlining a culturally diverse identity of a Muslim living in Europe. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 4 page paper provides a synopsis of this chapter in Avery Dulles' book, Models of Church. Four models or approaches to revelation, those experiences between God and man, are discussed. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page paper that begins with an introduction to the author John, who he was, when his Gospel was written, the purpose of the Gospel and the events surrounding these verses. The paper discusses the symbolism of water, what Christ meant by the 'living water' and the introduction of the Holy Spirit. The ...

A 4 page paper that reports who Amos was and what God called him to do. The writer comments on the relationship between Amos and God and discusses what Amos said about himself and how he referred to God. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines the evolution of the Catholic Church from Colonial Days to Present Day. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses the philosophy and moral thinking of Pope John Paul II and how it can help Catholics lead a good life. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 4 page paper. The writer discusses each of these chapters separately and comments on how the ideas would apply to management and leadership. The titles of the chapters are: "By Grace Alone", "Holy Scripture" and "Through Faith Alone." Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 5 page paper begins by identifying some of the events that occurred before the 16th century that paved the way for the Reformation, including some of the theologians who had already translated some of Scripture and who argued against specific actions of the Papacy. Some of the individuals discussed include Wycliffe, Hus, Luther, ...

A 3 page paper that discusses the First Epistle of Peter. This essay discusses the authorship of the letter and proof that it was written by the Apostle Peter, a short background of Peter, the similarities between what Peter says in this letter and his speeches as recorded in other Books, Peter as one of ...

This 8-page paper focuses on Tim Costello, lawyer and Baptist preacher, who oversees WorldVision Australia. Also included are Costello's leadership qualities. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page outline of this important monastic rule. This paper describes the many facets of monastery life that are governed under the rule. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 3 page paper. The catalyst is Augustine's weeping for Dido. The writer discuses how this led to Augustine feeling the classics were empty studies and a waste of time. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page paper that discusses and reports certain aspects of the true story of five missionaries who were martyred in 1956 as told by Elisabeth Elliot in the entitled book. The paper provides a summary of the book, the principles of missionaries that are exemplified in the story with Scriptural support for those ...

A 7 page paper. This essay comments on the difficulty of reading Augustine's works but the importance of doing so. The paper reports some of the ideas included in Book XIII of this work and the historical context in which it was written. Recent criticisms are mentioned and dismissed by other scholars. The writer indicates ...

A 3 page paper. Although the interest in both the Holy Grail and Mary Magdalene has gained strength in the last few decades, Dan Brown's book fueled controversies. The writer briefly traces the legends about the Grail and what it is generally thought to be. The writer argues that Mary is not the grail ...

A 3 page paper comparing the two philosophers and their views on the nature of the universe as well as how we should react to others. Both believed that there was only good in the world. St. Augustine's view was that evil was either the absence or perversion of the good that exists. ...