Essays and Research Papers on The Bible

A 4 page research paper that offers a brief biography and analysis of the life of St. Francis of Assisi (1181?-1226). St. Francis founded the Franciscan order. His miracles and major life events are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page book review on Augustine as Mentor: A Model for Preparing Spiritual Leaders by Edward L. Smither. The writer argues that this text is fine as a biography but does not deliver on the promise of the title. No additional sources cited.

A 3 page essay that, first, offers brief biographies of both Thomas Aquinas and Dante Alighieri. The writer then discusses briefly their individual contributions to reconciling medieval thought with ancient classicism. Finally, the writer offers personal thoughts on reconciling faith and science. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 24 page paper that begins with a biography of Thomas Aquinas. The paper then discusses Aquinas' proofs for the existence of God found in his Summa Theologica. The writer comments on the Orthodox Church's dismissal of Aquinas' work. The paper concludes with a discussion of the influence of Aquinas' work then and now. Footnotes ...

A 3 page essay that, first, offer a brief biography of Augustine and then offers a brief synopsis of readings from Augustine's Confessions (Book 8) before also offering the writer's personal reaction to the readings, which argue that Augustine's legacy is one of guilt, shame and strengthening patriarchy. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 4 page book review is on J. Albert Harrill's book Paul the Apostle, His Life and Legacy in Their Roman Context. This text asserts that Paul, though not famous during his own lifetime, had just as transformative an effect on the world as Alexander the Great. This biography of Paul's life focuses on his ...

A 5 page paper. This paper is a book review of: William Carey: Pioneer Missionary by E.A. Annett. It provides a biography of Carey highlighting his youth and transition into Christianity, his unofficial ministering and then officially as a minister, his desire to preach outside the country (UK) and his troubles and successes in ...

This 12 page research paper offers a biographical comparison of two figures from Christian history whose lives were extremely influential on the history of the Christian church, and whose contributions are still evident in contemporary Christianity, Martin Luther (1483-1546) and Desiderus Erasmus (1466-1536). Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 10 page research paper that examines the life and work of Thomas Aquinas (c. 1225-1274), who is considered to be the most outstanding of the medieval philosopher-theologians who influenced the development of the Christian Church. For centuries, Aquinas has been overlooked by scholars outside of the Catholic Church, but this has changed as recently ...

A comprehensive, 6 page discussion of whether or not creationism is truly a science. The author believes that it is in fact, a science and defines many relevant terms. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Keywords: biology, evolution, social science.

A 4 page discussion of the contrast that has existed between Biblical teaching, science, technology and business. The author examines the evolution that has occurred over time in the way we view our world. Particular attention is paid to the eighteenth century. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page report discusses strategies that are effective in reaching the lost in a way that allows for the non-believer to hear the message of Christian hope and faith in ways that will both appeal to them and convince them of the power and absolute truth of Christianity. To contend for the faith in the volatile context of the modern ...

This 6 page paper discuses papal primacy, papal power and the papal monarchy. Several issues and events are included, such as: the two phases of early Christianity, the spread of Christianity and the need for structure and unity, the Church's clerical hierarchy, the origins of papal primacy, how the papal monarchy was established, ...

A 5 page review of the teachings of Job compared and contrasted to those of Socrates. Concludes that while both hold valuable lessons it is those of Job which are most instructive since they teach a faith in an almighty power. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the role of cause and effect when looking at the role of prayer. The writer considers the arguments for and against the power of prayer and how any apparent cause and effect may be harnessed. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

A 10 page research paper exploring the title question. Two primary questions are discussed: Can science and religion co-exist; and Are space, time and matter on in the same thing? The writer offers two theses. First, science and religion not only can co-exist, they must co-exist. Evidence for this is drawn from a number of ...

This 200 page paper is a dissertation on the world religions, and promotes a comparative view on the major religions. Bibliography lists 100 sources.

This 7 page essay discusses the issues that surround religion and science and their reason for existence in the life of an individual. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 10 page paper focusing on the importance of commitment in marriage, and presented in the light of 'religion' as the term is commonly used. Religion in itself can do little to build or preserve a marriage, but faith can. Couples with a strong basis of faith have a much better chance of ...

This is a 6 page paper comparing and contrasting the religions of Abraham and Moses. The religions of Abraham and Moses have several overlapping components while at the same time they are vastly different in their complexity and basis. Abraham’s religion and his covenant with God consisted of three basic promises: land, offspring and blessings. ...

A 6 page paper which examines how religion can offer a sense of personal liberation. The paper also examines how religion can be oppressive as well. Religions examined are Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper examines religion in America and how it has impacted women. Some religions are discussed specifically, but the paper provides a general overview. Sex is discussed as it pertains to the double standard that religions seem to suggest. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 10 page paper that begins with an introduction of general comments about losing a child. It also explains that the paper is written according to Kolb's Model with each section identified. The essay discusses the link between religion and spirituality and coping with the loss of a child. The empirical results of studies ...

A 4-page paper discussing the concept of anthropomorphism and how its adherents view evil, God and sin. This is contrasted with anti-anthropomorphists’ views. Lists 2 sources.

5 pages in length. Can a sin be forgiven? Should it be? Is it the guilt a sinner attempts to rid from himself, or is it a true sense of regret that drives him to seek out forgiveness? Inasmuch as sin is definitive and a proverbial slap in the face of ...