Essays and Research Papers on Theology

A 12 page paper which examines chapters 2 and 4 of "Anatomy of the Sacred: An Introduction To Religion," by James C. Livingston. No additional sources cited.

This 7 page paper explores the prophet Mohammed's life and how it has effected the socioeconomic development of the Muslim community. Financial issues are addressed, but other issues such as marriage and tolerance of other religions are also included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

10 pages in length. Is redemption always obtainable when one sins, or is the severity of the sin the sole determinant of forgiveness? Religions vary greatly in how they deal with transgressions and their ultimate hereafter consequences. The writer examines the concepts of sin, redemption and karma as they relate to ...

A 4 page paper that reflects a comparison between Yoga and Vedanta and their application in an understanding of Eastern religions. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page paper provides an overview (compare and contrast) of the entitled three Eastern religions. Among the information includes is: when each was founded and the purpose of founding, if known, the number of members of each worldwide, the major sacred texts, the major philosophy or goal of each, and some of their contributions. ...

A 5 page paper that provides a brief description and explanation of each of these five religions. The writer also compares and contrast them and comments on the influence they have on believers and the community. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A paper which looks at Buddhism in comparison with other religions, with particular reference to the emphasis on personal spiritual development. Bibliography lists 2 sources

7 pages. This extremely interesting religion was founded originally in Africa and is a mysterious mixture of voodoo, Catholicism and many other types of beliefs that are still in effect today. In fact, Santeria is making a comeback and many people find they want to adopt this unique and fascinating religious conviction. ...

This 8 page paper considers the way that humour is used in faith and religion. Usually aimed at the individual as the target of the humour the paper considers how both Isaac and Jesus have been used as target directly and indirectly by critics as well as supporters of the faith. The bibliography cites 8 ...

This 5 page paper examines the role that divination and augury played in Roman religious life. This paper explores these elements of religion and the impact they had upon the Romans and their religious pursuits. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page research paper examines the major reasons why Christianity became a separate religion from Judaism. Specifically explored are the similarities between early Christians and Jews, the role of Jesus in the separation, and the difficulties of using modern sources to understand early Christianity. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page paper which presents the afterlife beliefs as found in the religions of Judaism and Buddhism. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the Gods Shiva and Vishnu and their importance to the Hindu religion, with emphasis on their symbolic significance and how this symbolism is represented in art. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page analysis of this case and others which illustrate the evolution in the way we view our government’s association with religion. The author specifically reviews the adherence to the so-called Exception clause of the Constitution, a clause tested through three separate theories: the Lemon test, O'Connor's endorsement test, and Rosenberger's neutrality ...

11 pages in length. The writer discusses Islamic oppression of women as it relates to being either a comprehensive belief throughout the religion or merely a cultural bias practiced in only certain communities. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 6 page essay summarizing and analyzing Stephen L. Carter's "Culture of Disbelief" -- a book suggesting that American legislation and jurisprudence for the last generation have been trying hard to exclude from public affairs any religious voice whatsoever. Excellent reading for those studying various constitutional issues and freedom of religion. Full citation for ...

This 5-page paper compares Islam and Christianity in Russia. Also offered is a brief history of both religions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses the similarities and differences between Buddhism and Taoism comparing and contrasting the various beliefs and practices to identify the similarities and differences. The paper also outlines why they should both be considered major religions. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 5 page paper which compares and contrast the origins of Judaism, Christianity and Islam by determining how, where and when these religions emerged and by describing their relationship to each other. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page research paper that examines accounts of Paul's conversion in the Book of Acts. This examination of Acts looks specifically at the accounts of Paul's conversion that occur in Acts chapters 9, 22 and 26, how they differ and how their literary style is similar. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page research paper that makes the observation that the Book of Acts ends with a “cliffhanger,” as the apostle Paul is under house arrest in Rome, awaiting his trial (Miller 39). The reader naturally wonders what happens, but there is no universal consensus among scholars about this point. The writer discusses scholarship ...

In 3 pages the author discusses biological determinism. "Biological determinism is the idea that a person is born with certain moral and intellectual qualities, which are inherited. For example, they site the way that Oliver Twist did not act as though he were an orphan. He acted as if he were middle class, ...

This 5 page paper considers the role that Jewish women played in the society in Ancient Greece and Rome and compares and contrasts them to Pagan women during this same period. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper summarises the history of humanisms, which dates back to ancient Greece, some of the followers, such as John Locke and looks at the belief systems of humanists. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A paper which looks at specific social and political aspects of ancient Greece and Rome, such as the position of women and the rise of Christianity, and also at the reasons for the spread of Islam in the medieval world. Bibliography lists 2 sources.