Is Buddhism Atheistic?:
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This 3 page paper examines the Buddhist notion that the gods and goddesses of Hinduism are not relevent for the Buddhist's journey to Nirvana. In this way, this paper asserts that Buddhism is fundamentally atheistic but also contends that it remains a spiritual practice. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: GSBuddha.rtf

Islam, Santeria, Rastafarianism
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This 4 page paper briefly outlines and explains the three named religions. The five pillars of Islam are explained. The origins of both Santeria and Rastafarianism are discussed as are their primary beliefs. Santeria was created by slaves in Cuba as a way to secretly continue their native religious practices and beliefs. Rastafarianism is a newer religion originally created to promote the unification of blacks with their origins in Africa. Rastafarianism, however, is based on hate principles. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGissra.rtf

Islamic Communities in the United States Post the September 11, 2001 Attacks
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This is a 6 page paper discussing the change in Islamic communities in the West since the 9/11 terrorists’ attacks. Since the September 11, 2001 terrorists’ attacks on the United States, the Islamic communities in the United States, as well as the rest of the world, have received a great deal of exposure and misunderstanding that they are trying to remedy. Muslims within America are trying to form alliances within their own communities and with other religious communities in their areas to broaden the understanding of their faith, which is based on peace, and make non-Muslims understand that the extremists which exist under Islamic fundamentalism are a very small percentage of their population and do as much damage to their own people and cause as to others. In addition, some communities which were particularly hard hit after the attacks, especially the Muslim community in San Diego, have been promoting relationships with other religions which has in a sense caused a rift to form between Muslim Americans and Muslims in the Middle East. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TJIslwt1.rtf

Jainism and Taoism
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A 5 page paper which compares and contrasts the religions of Jainism and Taoism. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAtaojan.rtf

James Cone and Father Devine
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This 5 page paper compares and contrasts these two religious leaders of the black community. Their styles, beliefs and type of leadership are all discussed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA118rel.doc

Jesus And Moses - Comparison
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A 5 page paper that compares and contrasts Moses and Jesus. The paper identifies the ways in which they were similar, for example, both were considered the wisest person of their time, each was a unique leader with multiple qualities and played different roles. The writer also discusses how they were different and discusses how Jesus has superiority over Moses, according to Hebrews. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PGmosJs.RTF

Jesus Christ Versus Mohammed
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A 5 page paper that compares Jesus and Mohammed, beginning with their birth, what is known about their youth and discussing their ministries. The writer also discusses the impact of the death of each Jesus and Mohammed. The writer also includes some quotes from each to demonstrate the vast differences. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PGJsmhd.rtf

Jesus' Attitude Toward Women Versus Paul's Attitude
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This 11 page paper explores how Jesus and Paul each viewed and treated women. There has long been a controversy about some remarks attributed to Paul in two specific letters he wrote. The remarks are the most negative comments about women that can be found in the Bible. Thus, Paul has the reputation of disliking or devaluing women. But, is this the truth? The writer uses Biblical text and expert theological opinions to discuss how each perceived women and their role and how each treated women. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PGpaul.rtf

Jewish Extreme Fundamentalists
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A 2 1/2 page paper which examines Jewish extreme fundamentalists. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RAjewext.rtf

John Calvin: Marks Of The Church
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A 15 page paper. What is the true church? How can one distinguish between a true church and a false church? These are two of the questions that have been debated for almost 2,000 years and these are the questions this essay addresses. To help the average citizen with this question, the Roman Church provided the Nicene Creed in the 4th century, which stated, "We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church." These are Marks of the Church, the beliefs of the people. Reformers, however, offered different Marks of the true Church. John Calvin identified three Marks of the Church, which he included in his Institutes of the Christian Religion. These are outlined, explained and discussed. The issue of the Cardinal Sadoleto is also explained. Calvin's commentary on a passage from Ephesians, one of the bases for Calvin's Marks of the Church is also noted. Finally, the writer comments on the importance of the Marks in today's world. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PGcalvin.rtf

John Woolman
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This 5 page paper looks at the life and influence that effected the eighteen century Quaker John Woolman and his beliefs. The paper identifies key point in his life and discussed the effect these may have had ion his life. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEwolman.wps

John Wycliffe and the Lollards
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This 10 page paper looks at the man who was responsible for translating the bible into English in the later fourteenth century and considers why his movement was doomed to failure and the influence it had on society in the short and long term on aspects of life such as power and war. In order to understand this the paper looks at both the man and his ideas that were proven to be ahead of their time. The bibliography cites 9 sources.
Filename: TElolwyc.wps

Jonathan Edwards: Sinners In The Hands Of An Angry God
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This 5 page paper presents a literary analysis of this very famous sermon by Jonathan Edwards delivered in July 1741. Edwards used a number of literary strategies in his sermon, including theme, imagery, metaphors, repetition and similes. These was also a pace of pulse associated with the sermon. This essay provides examples of each of these literary strategies. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGsinran.rtf

Joseph Campbell on Religion
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A 5 page discussion of the work of Joseph Campbell who dedicated much of his life to the study of mythology in primitive and occidental religions. Outlines his impressions of the importance of religion and ritual to societal structure and our ultimate purpose in that society. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPestRlg.wps

Judas and Eve: Evil Deeds
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A 3 page paper which examines who was the more religiously evil of the two, Judas Iscariot or Eve as it relates to the Bible. The paper utilizes the Bible, Dante’s Inferno and Milton’s Paradise Lost. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAevej.rtf

Justinian and Christianity
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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.
Filename: RAjstnan.rtf

Kachina Ceremonies
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A 5 page research paper that examines the kachina ceremonial cycle of the Hopi Indians of the American Southwest. These ceremonies revolved around the spirit beings known as the "kacinas," who are the most important element of the Hopi belief system. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: khkach.wps