Pope John Paul/The Encyclical on Faith and Reason
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A 5 page essay that summarizes and analyzes Pope John Paul II's encyclical Fides et Ratio (Faith and Reason). Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khfare1.rtf

Venerabilem Fratrem Nostrum
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A 12 page paper discussing the papal bull, or letter, written by Pope Innocent III in the year 1202. A section discussing the life and times of Pope Innocent III is discussed. This is followed by a section which thoroughly discusses and illustrates the letter itself and the situation in which the letter revolved around. The paper finishes with a discussion about the influences and effects the letter has had on the Catholic church as well as the rest of the world. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Papalb.wps

Prophets of the Old Testament
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This 5 page paper looks at the prophets in the Old Testament such as Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel Jonah and many others. The paper considers their messages and the way they were delivered to the Israelites and the commonalties between them all. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
Filename: TEpropot.wps

Ezra / Character In The Old Testament
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A 5 page essay exploring the life and accomplishments of Ezra, a scribe and priest from the Old Testament. Credited with saving the Jews from disintegration, Ezra was a devout, prayerful man who journeyed from Babylonia to Jerusalem to establish and implement the law of Moses. Bibliography includes 6 references.
Filename: Ezra.wps

Warfare And The Issue Of Biblical Morality
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An 8 page paper that considers the topic of warfare as it relates to the morality of the Bible. This paper contends that there are different considerations presented in the Old and New Testament. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Warfareb.wps

Gospel Of John 1: 1-18 Exegesis
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A 10 page exegesis of John 1:1-18, the prolog to John's gospel. The exegesis examines the themes found in this passage, the context, syntax, textual differences between and among three translations: the KJV, NASB and RSV, and the theology found in these verses. Comparisons are made to the Old Testament and the New Testament. A 1 page outline is also included. 1 Table is used to illustrate a comparison of text. Bibliography lists 7 sources. PGjohn1.msw
Filename: PGjohn1.msw

Old Testament Biblical Studies / The Book Of Daniel
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A 5 page research paper that examines this important part of the Old Testament. The writer gives a brief summation of the main action in each chapter with comments as to meaning and interpretation. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Bookdanl.wps

Old Testament Biblical Studies / The Book of Jonah
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A 7 page essay investigating the symbolism in this Book of the Old Testament. Religious scholars disagree as to whether or not the story of Jonah is an historical accounting but they do not disagree about the symbolism found within the account of this reluctant messenger. The writer likens Jonah's reaction to those that can be found in the world today. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Jonah.wps

The Old Testament & The Covenants Analyzed
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An 8 page paper which considers the historical validity of the biblical Old Testament, the stories of Abraham, David, Moses, Noah, Adam and Eve, and the covenants with God. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Covenant.wps

Women in the Bible
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A five page paper looking at women in the Old Testament in terms of their roles as either protectors or temptresses. The paper concludes that independent, innovative women were often vilified as temptresses because they did not support the status quo. No additional sources.
Filename: KBotest.wps

God & The Old Testament
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2 page analysis of God's portrayal in the Old Testament. The writer feels that with specific respect to his relation with man, God's character in the Old Testament is one that portrays an all-powerful, immortal being yet he needs only to be feared by those who perform acts of evil or of sin. No Bibliography.
Filename: Godot.wps

The Book Of Jeremiah
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A 6 page paper that discusses the Old Testament Book of Jeremiah. This is the longest Book in the Bible and it is one that is filled with dire prophesies. This Book also contains God's promise of a new covenant. The writer discusses: the era; the times of Jeremiah's ministry; the literary style; the themes; and using specific verses, how these relate to verses in other Books. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGjer2.wps

The Books Of Hosea, Amos, Jonah
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This 6 page paper discusses these three books in the Old Testament. Hosea, Amos and Jonah are three of the twelve minor prophets, Hosea being the first. The writer explains what their names mean, who they were, and the major themes of their books. The writer also compares and contrast these three prophets and their messages. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PGproph.wps

Themes In The Gospel of Matthew
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A 5-page paper that discusses the themes found in the Gospel of Matthew. Five themes are discussed, such as how the birth of Jesus fulfills the prophecies found in the Old Testament. Biblical verses are provided to demonstrate each of the themes. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PGtheme.wps

The benefit of Suffering as Illustrated in The Apocrypha
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This 3 page paper looks at the writing contained in the Apocrypha and considers the way in which suffering of the faithful is portrayed as a necessary part of faith allowed by a just and good God. The bibliography cites 1 source.
Filename: TEapocra.wps

How Successful Are The Modern Attacks on Religion Presented by Marx, Nietzsche and Freud?
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Modern attacks on religion, as presented by Karl Marx, Friedrich Nietzsche and Sigmund Freud, are grounded in the belief that the rational, or scientific, method of explanation is superior to, and may totally negate, the irrational, or a priori foundation of religious beliefs. The use of language and the manipulation of the concepts by which scientific proof is accorded negates the argument of that religion is of little or no value because it does not satisfy scientific inquiry. This 10 page paper examines the views of these three men and presents the argument that the views they held on religion are not applicable or pertinent in Today's society. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: ArgRelig.wps

1 Corinthians 1:5
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A 5 page essay focusing on this one verse in the New Testament. This was Paul's first long letter to the Corinthians. The purpose was instructive and was a response to questions Paul received from them in a letter. The essay explains the meaning of the verse and how it reflects Paul's understanding and theology of Christianity. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PG1cor1.wps