The Temptation Of Christ And Adam / A Comparison
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This 2 page paper compares the temptation of Adam and Eve to that of Jesus Christ. Both similarities and differences are discussed. No bibliography.
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Comparing More/Machiavelli and Erasmus/Luther
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A 5 page analysis that compares the political beliefs of Sir Thomas More and Niccolo Machiavelli, and then takes a look at the religious positions of two more fifteenth century contemporaries, Martin Luther and Desiderius Erasmus. The writer argues that these pairs of medieval scholars represented diametrically opposed positions on most issues. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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St. Thomas Aquinas on Law, Morality, and Politics
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This 5 page report discusses the theories and philosophies of St. Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274) with an emphasis on the differntiations he made regarding natural law and eternal law. The thought and writing of St. Thomas Aquinas reconciled religion with reason, expanded it towards experimental science, insisted that the senses were the windows of the soul and that the reason had a divine right to be presented with facts. He believed that natural law is fundamentally the rational creature’s participation in God’s eternal law. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Khazars and Judaizers
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This 7 page report discusses the medieval world of Khazaria, a Judaic warrior kingdom that was the crossroads of culture and trade between Byzantium, the Arab Empire, and Russia during the early to middle years of the medieval timeframe. The Judaizers were those earliest believers in the Christian Church that Gentile Christians should also adhere to Mosaic law. Their beliefs and practices resulted in one of the first great controversies of the ancient Christian faith. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: BWkhaz.rtf

Adults Mature Spiritually Only As Children
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A 5 page paper that explores specific Biblical verses that demonstrate the only way adults can develop spiritually is if they approach such study as children. It is the innocence and receptivity of children that Paul makes reference to. The writer explains what this means, citing verses in Ephesians, 1 Corinthians and the Gospel of Mark. The writer also makes the distinction between being childish and being childlike. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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THE SHROUD OF TURIN ONLINE
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This 5-page paper discusses websites dealing with the Shroud of Turin, the piece of linen allegedly used to wrap Jesus of Nazareth after his death. The paper contrasts two websites, discusses their content, mission, and then determines which of the two is the more comprehensive one.
Filename: MTshturi.rtf

The Significance of the Color Green in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
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This 2 page paper assesses the significance of the color green in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, especially as it serves to underscore the dichotomy between pagan and Christian perspectives. This paper argues that the color green is utilized to distinguish Gawain from the monster he battles and demonstrates the emphatic nature of the story. No additional sources cited.
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St. Augustine and His Role in the History of Philosophy
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A 5 page paper which discusses the role St. Augustine has played in the development and the history of philosophy. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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A Comparison Between Jeremiah & Moses
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A 10 page comparison of the two prophets in relationship to their contrasting responsibilities to the Israelites: one to lead them out of slavery, the other to explain why they had lost their freedom and also to give them hope for the future. The paper compares and contrasts the writings, biblical and others, that describe their responsibilities, and how similarities and contrasts between the two work to maintain a continuity of religious information, while reflecting societal changes. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Ancient Worlds, Ancient Worship & The Age of Aquarius
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A 5 page paper that posits the thesis that religion exists within a cycle of change and that the new millennium may mark the shift of beliefs back to ancient traditions, moving from a male-dominated theology back to a female-dominated 'thealogy'. Included are an examination of the religions and societies of both ancient Israel and the ancient Near East along with a comparison of both with contemporary religion and society. Also discussed is the nature of psalms and songs and their place in the daily lives and worship practices of ancient Israel. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: LCAge.doc

Discussion Of Balaam
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3 pages in length. Discussing the prophecy of Balaam is akin to locating the origination of man's ability to make a fool of himself, for it is Balaam who acts as a horse's ass by the manner in which he portrays himself. The writer talks about God and the Israelites as they relate to Balaam. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Discussion Of Manna From Heaven As A Type Of Bread Of Life
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3 pages in length. In many aspects, manna from heaven served as a type of bread of life in that it offered sustenance to those who were in dire need. God provided manna for the Israelites in the Exodus so that they may continue their journey without succumbing to the effects of starvation, being that their entire food supply had been exhausted long before reaching their destination. Indeed, finding the manna one particular morning as the dew left its impression upon the land enabled the Israelites to continue forward on their journey reveling in their unexpected good fortune. Without the manna from heaven, it can be argued that they might not have survived their journey. The writer discusses how manna from heaven can be considered as the bread of life. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Roots of Religious Fundamentalism
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This 5 page paper talks about the concept in general, with a focus on the U.S. and Israel. Several explanations are explored. Topics such as globalization, spousal abuse and personality traits are included in context of this broad subject. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Renaissance Art: Distinctions Between Pope and Nobleman
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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 many of the popes who were from the prominent families of the day and consequently walked a fine line between papal direction and societal status. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Role of Art in the Christian World
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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 art as a weapon designed to condemn those who held beliefs which differed from its own. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Religion and Times of War
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A 9 page paper which examines how religion effected the people of the United States during WWII and the Vietnam War. During WWII, the people believed very strongly in God and the country, whereas during Vietnam, people saw things and experienced things that gave us reason to lose faith in both. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The Protestant Reformation and the Impact on the Role of Women in Religion
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This 8 page paper provides an overview of the central principles of the Protestant Reformation as they served to pave the way for changes for the role of women in the church, both during the sixteenth century and during the current era. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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