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Papers On Religions Of The World, Theology, Church & Politics
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Notes on “John Winthrop’s Christian Experience”
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A 5 page paper evaluating and discussing this piece written by John Winthrop, a Puritan governor. It is compared in the paper to the style of Winthrop’s account of the hearings of Anne Hutchinson that eventually culminated in Mrs. Hutchinson being excommunicated from the church and exiled from the colony. Winthrop’s personal accounts were written by a man who was far too aware of his own shortcomings; his account of the Hutchinson proceedings were written by one with no shortcomings at all. No additional sources.
Filename: KSWinthrop.doc
Witchcraft and the Influences on Western Culture
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This 9 page paper considers the nature of witchcraft and the influences on Western culture. In particular, this paper focuses first on the Salem Witch Trials, and then the Wiccan traditions, and how anti-Wiccan sentiments began first in Europe during the Crusades. This paper also considers modern versions of the witch trials, arguing that modern perspectives on the Wiccan traditions have created definable prejudices against modern day paganism. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: MHWiccan.wps
Women & Christian Witch Hunts During The Reformation
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During the Reformation era, persecution of women whom the Catholic Church perceived to be 'witches' was at an all-time high. This 12 page paper examines sociopolitical issues from that time as well as specific theological views on witchery and witchcraft. It is argued that fear and ignorance towards women (i.e., 'the transformation of the witch from wanton woman to bad wife') led to much of the scare and confusion. A final section also compares the persecution of women as witches during the Reformation with that of Jewish people during the same period. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Witchcra.wps
The Cold War's Impact Upon Religion
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5 pages in length. The post-Cold War era was instrumental in implementing a resurgence of religious politics; however, even though this rebirth was to take place, there was still a great deal of speculation as to the extent religion would effectively interchange with liberal democracy. The writer discusses the impact the Cold War had upon religion. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TLCcoldw.wps
The Role Of Religion In The Concept Of Blame
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A 6 page overview of the expectations of religion and how those expectations are imposed. Discusses Christ and his Crucifixion and the reasons the Jewish people have held the blame for that crucifixion. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: ReligBla.wps
Luther, Locke, and Paine: Human Nature and Political Theory
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A 5 page paper
discussing the human nature theories of Martin Luther, John Locke, and Thomas Paine
affected their political theories. While each man lived in a different place and time, the
essential beliefs that insist that truth and the inherent needs of human nature should be
incorporated into politics, remains primarily the same. Bibliography lists sources.
Filename: RAtheory.wps
Elizabeth Johnson/ Feminist Theological Discourse
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A 5 page analysis of the opening chapters of Elizabeth A. Johnson's book She Who Is: The Mystery of God in Feminist Theological Discourse. Johnson's argument is reasoned, articulate and persuasive. By drawing on historical sources, particularly the writing of Thomas Aquinas, she demonstrates that classical theology has long been predicated on a stance that relegates women to the outskirts of religious and society. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 99shewho.wps
Significance of the Covenant in Theology
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This 8 page paper delves into the topic of covenants and how it relates to the Old and New Testaments. Several Old Testament covenants are outlined. The significance of virgin marriage and circumcision are explored through Old Testament theology. The New Testament, as the new covenant, is outlined and the significance of the church in Christianity is explained. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Sigcov.wps
Importance Of The Old Testament To Understanding Basic Theology
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A 17 page paper that provides an overview of the issues related to the challenges of the veracity of the Old Testament and relates these to a basic understanding of modern Christian theology. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Oldtest.wps
Toward An Old Testament Theology: Walter Kaiser on the Challenges and Motivations
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the first 10 chapters of Walter Kaiser's book Toward An Old Testament Theology. This paper relates the perspectives of Kaiser, which outline the difficulties and motivations that have served to define the pursuit of this theological focus, including the promise of God as the defining center of the Old Testament. No additional sources cited.
Filename: MHoldtes.wps
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