Baptism and Confirmation
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A 6 page research paper on the Sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation. The writer discusses the history of these rituals since Vatican II and the latest developments in this area of Catholic practice. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: khbapcon.rtf

Barth and Revelation Theology
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A six page paper which looks at the work of the Calvinist theologian Karl Barth, in particular his Dogmatics in Outline, and assesses the strengths and weaknesses of the doctrine of revelation theology. The writer also considers Barth’s treatment of exinanitio and how it relates to the negative aspects of the incarnation and the crucifixion. Bibliography lists 1 source
Filename: Jlbarth2.wps

Basic Philosophical Differences between Zen, Buddhism and Taoism
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This is a 4 page paper describing some of the basic differences and relationships between Buddhism, Taoism and Zen. The differences between Buddhism, Taoism and Zen are based on the level of definition allowed within each belief. Buddhism based on the life of Buddha around 500 B.C. and has defined truths, paths, precepts, and jewels in order for individuals to eventually reach Enlightenment through meditation. Buddhism has certain doctrines which take into account individuals’ treatment of others and themselves in order to proceed along the Eightfold Path to Enlightenment. Taoism, is a much more loosely based discipline which is based on writings of Lao Tzu around 600 B.C. and is considered as “The Watercourse Way” or the flowing of nature. The flow of Nature and the ultimate truth, or Tao, cannot be explained in words but does contain certain concepts related to the balance within the universe. For every yin (negative) force which exists, there too is a yang (positive) force. Zen is one step further past defined concepts. The concept of Zen is void of all preconceptions and is not dependent on doctrines, duality or even that those who practice Zen be members of Zen Buddhism as founded by the monk Bodhidharma in the 6th century A.D. Meditation is considered as essential for the basis of all three concepts of Buddhism and the path to Enlightenment; Taoism in the concept of Tao; and essentially for Zen where the practice of sitting meditation (zazen) is devoid of all other concepts and definitions. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TJzenbt1.rtf

Beauty and Harmony in Taoism and the Works of Wordsworth
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A 6 page paper comparing beauty and harmony as approached by Lao Tzu in the 6th century BC and by William Wordsworth 2500 years later. Wordsworth was not a Taoist, of course, but his poetry nonetheless reflects much of the Taoist position on beauty and harmony. Nature is the overriding natural order for each; nature exemplifies both beauty and harmony. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KSwordsTao.wps

Behold, I Shew You a Mystery - Paul's Message of Faith in Corinthians I
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A 5 page paper that examines Paul's understanding of Christianity as he expresses it in the first epistle of Corinthians, fifteenth chapter. Discussed is Paul's reflection of himself as an example of redemption for the worst of sinners and his reflection of Christ as an example of redemption and resurrection for all of mankind. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: LCCorinI.doc

Belief and Doubt in a Secular Society
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of how religion is incorporated in society. Various points of view are presented. The ideas of Freud, Nietzsche, and Russell are used as a springboard for discussion but the views of those aligned with mainstream religion such as Martin Luther King are also included. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: SA251r .rtf

BELIEF IN DEATH: A COMPARISON BETWEEN HINDUISM AND ISLAMIC RELIGIONS
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This 5-page paper compares and contrasts beliefs on death and the afterlife in the Hindu and Islamic religions. The essay also discusses basic core tenets of both faiths and touches on ritual following death. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MThinisl.rtf

Belief in the Existence of God
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A 5 page research paper that examines the various arguments that have been proposed to prove the existence of God. The writer examines ontological, cosmological and teleological arguments. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khexgod.rtf

Beliefs In Judaism vs Christianity
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This 5 page paper discusses the similarities and differences between Judaism and Christianity in relation to belief in: God; Jesus; the Trinity; evil; free will; original sin; afterlife, Heaven and Hell. Christianity is based on the belief that Jesus is the Son of God and that He came to earth to redeem man. The beliefs in God, Jesus, and the Trinity are the foundations of the Christian faith. Jesus and the Trinity are definitely not concepts that are believed in the Jewish faith. There are similarities in terms of belief in God and in good and evil. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PGChJu.rtf

Bible Studies / Exegesis on Revelation
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This 5 page essay compares and contrasts the Book of Revelation, Chapter 1:4 through Chapter 3:22 across five different Bibles and also offers comments from theologians and Bible scholars and writers. These verses represent the letters to the seven churches in Asia. There is very little difference among the different Bibles, thus interpretations of what is meant by the text is offered.
Filename: Rev.wps

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