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Papers On Religions Of The World, Theology, Church & Politics
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Outline Of The Missionary Journeys of Paul
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A 7 page outline chronicling the four missionary journeys of the Apostle Paul, including his two Roman imprisonments. Formerly a member of the Pharisees and an enthusiastic persecutor of the early Christians, Paul was converted to Christianity on the road to Damascus, where he intended to squelch another wave of Christian teaching after the death of Jesus. He became the first missionary and prolific writer his letters to the churches he visited and helped direct constitute much of the New Testament. Bibliography lists 6+ sources.
Filename: Paul.doc
Allegations of Satanic Ritual Abuse / Survivors, False Memories, & the Accused
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This 10 page report discusses the issues surrounding alleged satanic ritual abuse. Does it happen? How often? What are the ramifications for both the survivor and the accuded? These questions, as well as the issue of “recovered” memories are discussed. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Satabuse.wps
Predestination and Free Will in Milton’s Paradise Lost
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A 6 page paper discussing the
balance God included in His creation of mankind. Mankind fell; on that we can agree. But
whose fault was it? Was it God’s, for making mankind able to fall from grace or for
allowing Satan to choose evil over good? Was it man’s choice made from his own free will?
Milton demonstrates that predestiny and free will coexist in God’s economy, and explains
God’s need for us to have free will rather than coming to Him because we are unable to
resist. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: KSMilton.wps
Hawthorne's 'The Scarlet Letter'
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A five page paper looking at Hawthorne's classic novel in terms of its various literary components. The paper discusses tone, conflict, symbolism, style, setting, and time, as well as the unique way Hawthorne's Puritan ancestry contributed to his choice of subject matter for this novel. No additional sources.
Filename: KBhawth4.rtf
Nathaniel Hawthorne's 'Young Goodman Brown': Journey Into The Woods
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5 pages in length. The significance of 'Young Goodman Brown' and its similarity to the Puritans errand into the wilderness are indicative of the interwoven themes of Hawthorne's own Puritan connections and those of his characters. Brown, brought up with Puritan cultural beliefs and teachings, finds himself ill-prepared for the reality of humanity's cruel heart. True to Hawthorne's nature of portraying both the worst and the best humankind has to offer, he depicts Brown as seriously handicapped by the unrealistic expectations he places upon the moral fiber of his family, friends and educators. The writer discusses the significance of the journey into the woods. No additional sources cited.
Filename: TLCbrown.wps
The Puritan Parallels in Hawthorne's 'Young Goodman Brown'
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A 5 page essay that argues the thesis that Nathaniel Hawthorne's 'Young Goodman Brown' represents the author's views on early Puritan beliefs. This paper argues the point that Brown's rejection of the evil existing within his own heart and his projection of this evil onto others parallels the practices of Puritans in early New England. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: LCGBrown.doc
The Symbolism of the Letter 'A' in Hawthorne's 'The Scarlet Letter':
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A 7 page analytic essay that examines the symbolism of the scarlet 'A' in Hawthorne's classic. Explored in the paper is the symbolism the Puritan elders intended the letter to
contain, the effect the scarlet letter had on the life of Hester Prynne, and the change in the symbolism resulting from the good deeds and silent endurance of Prynne. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: LCScarlt.doc
Mormons in Utah
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This 5 page report discusses the sociological and anthropological aspects of a group (Mormons) and the their rituals, beliefs, and ideas that are associated with a particular region of the United States (Utah). Their characteristics as a collective, as well as their customary way of life are briefly examined. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Mormon.wps
Perspectives on Mormonism
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An 8 page research paper that analyzes four books that each spotlight a different aspect of Mormon history. The writer argues that while the various viewpoints offered by these books are substantially different, they all reveal the complexity of this social and religious development. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: 99mormon.wps
Perceptions of Islam
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A 3 page discussion of the way that the Islam religion is perceived by outsiders and how this perception is shaped by the media. Provides an extensive discussion of Malcolm X and how his conversion to Islam has forever identified him, justifiably or not, with the religion. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPislamP.wps
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