Essays and Research Papers on Theology

Learning about the world includes learning about what has been 'left out' because of the current interpretation of cultural importance. This 10 page paper explores a few of the alternative concepts to what is commonly believed in today's world. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A five page paper which looks at the meaning of the term ‘agnostic’ and the reasons why Thomas Huxley coined it, with reference to his attitude towards the scientific and religious theories of the time. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

An 8 page research paper that examines the Jewish custom of handwashing (Yadayim) before meals and at other times of the day. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper which compares and contrasts Islam and Christianity. The paper discusses the traditions and holidays of both religions, and examines how the two are not necessarily all that different. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 9 page research paper that profiles the three main views of millennialism from an eschatological perspective. The three main branches of Christian theological thought regarding eschatology are postmillennialism, amillennialism, and premillennialism. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper considers the views of Joseph Smith and how through 'The book of Mormon' as well as his own work, such as 'Age of Reason' the dead are interpreted and given a voice. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

An 8 page paper which examines the religious philosophy of Mahatma Ghandi. His religious philosophies were, in a sense, very universal, and his approach to politics as it involved his religious philosophies involved a powerful approach to non-violence. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page paper considers what is meant by 'right action, how it is defined and how it should be put into practice. The writer also considers the two forms of right action and its context in the wider belief system. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

5 pages. St. Francis of Assisi had a profound effect upon Christianity. His ministry while upon this earth was one of love and compassion. He introduced people to a new way of understanding, a deeper meaning of the word compassion, and extended this compassion not only to his fellow man but to all ...

A 4 page essay that examines Robert A. Orsi's study of Italian Catholics living in New York's East Harlem from 1880 to 1950. The writer looks specifically at how the festa of the Madonna substantiated issues of Catholic identity. No other sources cited.

A 20 page research paper that offers an examination of theological perspectives on John 17 and specifically on the theme of unity offered in this scripture. The writer includes a literature survey on this topic and then summarizes and discusses it. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

A 10 page paper which discusses the Emperor Justinian of Constantinople from 527-564. The paper argues that Justinian's intentions were political more than religious. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 11 page paper simulates an eye witness account of the of a Voodoo or Vodun seasonal celebratory ritual known as 'the day of the dead'. The paper gives some background information to the religion as well as some perceptions of the ritual.

10 pages. This paper develops the theme of sin vs. righteousness as found throughout the New Testament and other sources. There is much to be said about the virtues of righteousness and those who walk in unrighteousness, not only in the New Testament but in other great works as well. This look at ...

A 7 page paper discussing the longevity of the Jews as a distinct group of people. If anything about the number or consequence of the Jews should have changed in the more than 100 years since Mark Twain mused about their great longevity, it is that the Jew "should" be much more diminished in ...

7 pages. This paper will focus on Jesus' Sermon on the Mount which is a wonderful summarization of his ministry and all that He stood for. Jesus' sermons and teachings correspond with the teachings of the Old Testament, and in fact are directly related in many cases. This paper is a comparison between ...

A 6 page paper which examines the two cities in St. Augustine's "The City of God." Bibliography lists 4 additional sources.

5 pages in length. Jesus, the son of God, was a bearer of goodness and strength upon all of humanity's mortal existence. He extended his righteousness so that whatever ails humanity on this earth, there will always be relief in Heaven, which serves to avoid any challenge of his being that of God. ...

A 6 page essay that examines Old Testament scripture in which a prophet experienced an encounter with a manifestation of the Almighty. The writer discusses numerous passages, which show the God of the Old Testament to be just, but harsh. The writer discusses this aspect in light of the theological truth of the New Testament. ...

A 5 page discussion of the religious belief of an afterlife, the existence of consciousness and human experience past the point of physiological death. This paper uses logical analysis to demonstrate the validity of the concept of an afterlife. Dissects the theorem into several basic postulates or axioms which are self evident and ...

An 8 page research paper that investigates what the Upanishads (Hindu religious texts) say about the Atman, which is roughly equivalent to the Judeo/Christian concept of the soul. The writer begins by discussing what the Upanishads are, and then discusses what several of these texts say about Atman. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page essay in which the writer argues from the stance of how an Amish or Mennonite teacher might approach teaching Macbeth to Amish students. The writer uses this as a springboard to a discussion about Amish life in general and its advantages over life in mainstream culture. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 10 page research paper that contrasts and compares William James' Varieties of Religious Experience and Robert Orsi's Thank You, St. Jude. While separated by decades and widely different in style, largely due to James' now rather antique turn of phrase, an examination of these two volumes indicates that these two authors are ...

A 5 page paper which examines the Book of Ruth and discusses how the covenants involve Ruth's inclusion, as well as Ezra and Nehemiah's attention to exclusion. No additional sources cited.

This 5 page paper - Is a comparison between Hinduism and Buddhism, with some of the major tenets of both philosophies including the three jewels, the skandhas and the concept of enlightenment. Bibliography lists 3 sources