Comparisons of East – West Political Ideologies
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An 8 page paper comparing Western liberalism to the Islamic philosophies of Sayyid Qutb and Yusuf al-Qaradawi. These two clerics have had immense influence in the formation of the political ideologies of Islam. Sayyid Qutb is said to have exerted great influence over Osama bin Laden. The purpose here is to compare and contrast the bases of this type of political ideology with that of Western liberalism, and the paper uses the philosophies of Rawls, Kant and Mill to accomplish that end. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KSpoliEastW.rtf

Conflict Between Islam and Judaism
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8 pages. In a discussion of the conflict between Islam and Judaism we need to go back to the pre-renaissance historical sources in order to get a more vivid picture of the context of the conflict as well as the nature of the citizenry of that time period. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: JGAisjud.wps

Coursework in African Religions
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This 7 page paper provides an overview of a hypothetical course on African religions that is based on an existing textbook. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: MHAfrRel.rtf

Creation Story: Islam
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A 3 page paper which examines the creation story of Islam. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: RAcrtisl.rtf

Creation/Islam & Christianity
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A 3 page essay/research paper that contrasts and compares the story of creation in Genesis and the one offered in the Koran. The writer argues that while the stories are similar, the differences are crucial in regards to the way that women have historically been treated in Christian and Islamic societies. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khcrisch.rtf

Cultural Impacts on the Religion of Islam
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A 10 page discussion of the religion of Islam and how, as a result of its rapid spread around the world, it has experienced significant differences in the way that it is both presented and practiced. Dismisses our contemporary Western view of Islam in the face of Islamic terrorism to insist that Islam as a whole is a religion of peace and stability. Asserts, however, Islam can be a multifaceted religion, a religion whose specifics can vary somewhat given the cultural influence within which it is being practiced. In all, however, the creed and the system of Islam continue to stand despite their sometimes negative perception by others and the tremendous cultural insistence on change. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPislmCl.rtf

Cultural Variations in End of Life Care
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A 6 page discussion of the variation in the way we as families tend to the needs of our dying family members. The author notes that while at one time in U.S. history all families, irrespective of culture, took an active role in dying needs of their loved ones, today many of us have turned that responsibility over to health care professionals. There are, however, exceptions to this observation. This paper contends that the closer an individual is to the traditional dictates of their culture, the more likely they are to maintain a strong family vigilance. African American, Chinese American, and Muslim American cultures are assessed in regard to this contention. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPdeath3.rtf

Defining "Crusade" And "Jihad"
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4 pages in length. The writer expounds upon the meaning of crusade and jihad as they relate to the historical significance of Christian and Islam interaction. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCCrusJihad.rtf

Early Rise Of Islam
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This 5 page paper reports the early days of Islam beginning with God's call to Mohammed, how his calling was revealed to him and why he was called. The essay discusses the early rise of Islam and its unifying effect on a very large part of the world. There is a discussion about the Qur'an (Koran) and the Five Pillars of Faith. The difference between the two sects, Sunni and Shiite, is explained. The Thousand and One Nights is mentioned in terms of the diversity of Islam. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PGislear.rtf

Eid, A Muslim Holiday
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The importance of identity, expressed through religious tradition, is related to and confirmed by the subjective feeling of being an endangered minority. This 5 page paper explores the Islamic holiday of Eid and provides a personal narrative about family traditions. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: KTmuseid.rtf

Elijah Muhammad: Biography and Brief Annotated Bibliography
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This is a 4 page paper including a biography of Elijah Muhammad and a brief annotated bibliography. Elijah Muhammad (1897-1975) was one of the founding members of the African American Islamic movement the Nation of Islam. Inspired by his teacher Master W.D. Fard, Muhammad from his base in Chicago in the 1930s managed to not only establish a number of temples around the country but also development a network of black farmers, merchants, hotels, grocery stores and restaurants among other enterprises which allowed for opportunities within the African American population during the time of the Depression and long after. His beliefs and the Nation of Islam were quite orthodox and conservative in regards to dress, eating and behavior. Muhammad and the Nation of Islam promoted the ideal of black supremacy, which had been taken by the whites, and the development of a nation for African Americans in addition to the importance for education, dignity and empowerment of the black race. His movement inspired influential members such as Malcolm X and Louis Farrakhan. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TJEMuha1.rtf

Empirical Research Proposal Regarding the Oppression of Women in Islamic States
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This 12 page report discusses whether or not the oppression of women in Islamic states is based in the religious theology of Islam or in the cultural contexts of individual nations. Many believe that the Quran (Koran) teachings and male dominance have caused this situation when the actual problem has been more directly related to the interpretation of holy scripture by men. It is the fundamentalist extremists who should take the blame for distorting the teachings of Islam. This paper is written in ways that lend themselves to the actual development of a larger research project. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BWempwom.wps

Ethics, Beliefs and Morals:
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This 6 page paper defines and examines the differences between morals, beliefs, and ethics. This paper applies these terms to the modern-day issue of the possibility of war with Iraq. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: GSEthic2.rtf

Evolution and Religion
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An 8 page paper which compares and contrasts the theory of evolution with three religions. The religions discussed are Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: RAevolution.wps

FIS (Islamic Salvation Front) In Algeria: Political Or Terrorist Organization?
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3 pages in length. Arguing how the Islamic Salvation Front (FIS) is a political organization supported by Algeria's voting constituency, Remli contends that FIS cannot be classified as a terrorist group. FIS received votes from the vast majority (84%) of Algerians during both the 1990 and 1991, clearly illustrating how its acceptance by the people precludes the likelihood that FIS is a terrorist organization. Instead, Remli argues, the political nature of FIS is meant to "solve the crisis" that currently exists; with the likes of doctors and engineers comprising FIS, he contends that people from all walks of life have banded together as a means by which to fix this political problem. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLC_FIS.rtf

Foundations of Terrorism
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A 6 page paper assessing the influence that the history of Algeria’s independence and Palestine’s struggle against Israel has had on the development of terrorism as it exists in today’s world. In many respects, it seems as though terrorism has become little more than a bad habit for many of those promoting and practicing it – a lethal habit, but a habit nonetheless. One author explains that one of the reasons for the persistence of terrorism is that it was a component of successful efforts of Algeria’s nationalists in gaining Algeria’s independence. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSterrorFound.rtf

Fundamentalist Sects
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6 pages in length. A discussion of fundamentalism as it applies to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam in Egypt and Iran. Considers the future of fundamentalism as well as why Christian fundamentalism in America grew more rapidly in non-urban centers. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JGAischr.wps