Religion and Theology papers

A critical review of the book "American Jesus" by Stephen Prothero.

This paper reviews and analyzes Lady Murasaki Shikibu's 11th century novel "The Tale of Genji" which focuses on Confucius, Buddhism and Japanese culture.

This paper examines Mark Juergensmeyer's book "Terror in the Mind of God" and ponders the relationship between religion and violence.

This paper reviews and examines the life of Pope John Paul II, as portrayed in Tad Szulc's "Pope John Paul II, The Biography."

This paper analyzes the legal, religious and ethical aspects of euthanasia.

Questions whether the foreign policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran has been coherent.

This well researched paper examines the drastic changes in Japanese architecture from ancient times to the present day.

This paper discusses the effect of western cultural globalization on Islamic states especially Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi-Arabia, Afghanistan and Pakistan.

A look at the advancement of reproductive technologies in Israel.

This paper discusses and analyzes the story of Samuel as described in The Old Testament.

A review of "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck.

An investigation into the Hindu god Krishna's attribute, reflected in his nickname, of the "Divine Lover".

This paper explores the life of German reformist Martin Luther and his vast influence in initiating the Protestant Reformation in Europe during the 16th century.

An in-depth study of the philosophies behind St Augustine's theory of man.

An analysis of St. Augustine's view of the concept of time, as expressed in his "Confessions".

This paper examines and reviews the Muslim religion and lifestyle as detailed in Bruce B. Lawrence's "The Myth: Islam Beyond Violence."

This paper examines the pros and cons of stem cell research and the controversy surrounding human cloning.

This paper discusses the basic ideas of Daoism as reflected in the physical practice of taiji shadow boxing.

This paper details the religious similarities and differences between China and Germany.

This paper discusses George Herbert's poem "The Collar", a direct complaint voiced by a bitter person to show his discord with the restraints, which bind him so tightly.

Examination of where morality and ethics, good and evil, originated, all from the points of view of Immanuel Kant and Friedrich Nietzsche.

A comparative analysis of Buddhism and Hinduism.

A comparative analysis of how Scientology and Unity religions can impact the workplace.

This paper discusses the beliefs of the Scientology and Unity Religions, and how they interact in a business environment.

An overview of the Eastern religion known as Hinduism.

A discussion of the way the elites in both India and Pakistan use religion to manipulate the poor and uneducated for political power and control.

Examines the reawakening of political Islam in the Middle East.

A general history of Buddhism with particular focus on Tantric Buddhism.

An analysis of the leadership of the first and second kings of the kingdom of Israel, King Saul and King David.

A comparison of the plots of Richard Boleslawski's 1935 film version of Victor Hugo's novel "Les Miserables" to the Old and New Testaments.

Examines some of the discoveries made during the European Scientific Revolution.

A discussion on the methods through which the late antique European countryside was converted to Christianity, focusing on Christian missionary work and Church building.

A discussion on Constantine's religious beliefs and whether he can be considered pagan or Christian for most of his rule.

This in-depth paper examines the Israeli - Palestinian conflict and the struggle of both nations to obtain a lasting and true peace.

This paper examines the attitudes of the Catholic Church in regards to pornographic materials.

This paper reviews books and articles on Latin America society prior to the 20th century especially the influence of the Catholic Church.

This paper analyzes the arguments, attempting to prove the existence of God, of philosopher Rene Descartes and Saint Anselm of Canterbury.

This paper explores various religious groups and their views of death and the afterlife.

This paper describes Peter Adair's documentary film "The Holy Ghost People", which explores the mysterious culture of Appalachian snake-handlers.

A review of the biblical psalms as presented by Nahum Sarna in his book "On the Book of Psalms".

A research paper on the significant work and inspirational life of Mayer Baba.

This paper discusses and reviews the author's anger in the novel "The Fire Next Time."

This paper analyzes the religious and political conflict regarding the Ten Commandments being displayed in courthouses.

This paper reviews and analyzes the main characters in John Milton's biblical novel "Paradise Lost."

A look at Puritan family values in colonial times.

A paper that examines how God is biased and takes the side of the weak and voiceless.

An overview and description of how the Hindu religion works and its philosophies.

This paper examines the biography "The Journey of Crazy Horse: A Lakota Story" written by Joseph M. Marshall.

This paper reviews the thought-provoking novel "Light in August" written by William Faulkner.

An examination of the ancient Japanese religion of Shinto.

A paper examining Martin Luther's contributions to Christian Church reform in the 16th century.

A discussion on the connection between health and religion.

An in depth study to decipher what is God's mission from the prespective of Christians only. It is a religiously biased paper.

Compares and contrasts Thomas Aquinas' and St. Anselm of Canterbury's arguments for the existence of God.

Argues that the only way to heaven is through a belief in Jesus Christ.

An overview of the origins of the United Methodist Church from its origins until 1980 and a discussion of the Church's future.

Argues that praying should be allowed back into the American educational system.

An analysis of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict from a cultural perspective.

This paper analyzes King David's life, rise to power and unification of the Israelites.

A discussion of the basic tenets in the Islamic religion.

A comparative analysis of the King James version of "The Bible" with the modern Stephen Mitchell Version emphasizing the biases concerning the creation of the sexes in "Genesis".

This paper examines the life of philosopher Auguste Comte and the science of sociology.

An analysis two of the more famous versions of the Indian epic "Ramayana": the "Rama Charita Manasa" or "Tulasi Ramayana" by Talsi Das and the "Valmiki Rmayana" by Valmiki.

A discussion of Saint Thomas Aquinas, his philosophy and body of work.

Explores the abuses of the constitution by the use of Christian prayer in the American school system.

A paper looking at whether historians have tended to over-emphasise religious change from the 1st Century BC to the 9th Century AD.

A discussion on the true definition of the Holy Grail and why the constant search for it continues.

An analysis of the critique of religion offered by Matthew Gregory Lewis in "The Monk".

An examination of art, ideology and doctrine in the early Middle Ages.

An analysis of Islamic mysticism through the ages.

This paper explores the ancient Egyptian tradition of preparing for death and the afterlife.

This paper discusses Ron Hansen's book "Mariette in Ecstasy" about the repressed sexuality of a young girl in a nunnery.

This paper traces the history of religious intolerance in Germany to present times.

A study of Richard Bulliet's book on Islam.

Examines the history of the Catholic Church's view on divorce.

A study of the life and work of the great German painter, Albrecht Durer.

An exploration of the life and work of St. Ignatius of Loyola.

A study of the motivations and affiliation of Jesus to determine whether he was seeking a political kingship and if he was aligned with the Zealot movement.

A discussion of Hume's philosophy regarding life after death and miracles.

An exploration of the life of St. Francis of Assisi.

This paper discusses three Christian moral issues and their related ethics: Euthanasia, abortion and the saving a child's life by producing a healthy baby in order to assist a dieing older sibling.

This paper examines the impact of various theories and philosophies in today's moral society.

This paper discusses Celtic paganism and the Druids, including the history, religion, cultural importance and the impacts of both societies.

This paper discusses and reviews the short stories in Denis Johnson's book "Jesus' Son."

A look at how the Gospel of John treats women.

Examines how young Catholics in America identify with their faith and how they participate in traditional worship practices.

An examination of Julian of Norwich's book "Revelations of Divine Love", paying particular attention to the parable of the "Lord and the Servant".

This paper discusses in-depth the idea of fear being the foundation of religion.

This paper compares the position, from a feminist point of view, of traditional Muslim and Orthodox Jewish women in their communities.

A brief analysis of the ethical and religious implications of the use RU-486, with emphasis on the dynamics of early life and human identity.

This paper examines the cultural, social and political transition of Medieval Europe through the Renaissance.

This paper discusses the theology of the Catholic marriage as revealed by Pope John Paul II in his book "Theology of the Body".

This paper discusses the verse poem "Symphonia" by Hildegard of Bingen, which focuses on four distinct yet united parts: God the Father, God the Son, the Virgin Mary and the Holy Ghost.

A comparative analysis of the beliefs of Daoism and Buddhism regarding the idea of reincarnation.

This paper examines the history and impact of Buddhism on the Korean culture.

A in-depth discussion of Will Metzger's "Tell the Truth".

An in-depth discussion of Danny Lovett's "The Rod of the Spirit".

A study of Jehovah's Witness as a cult.

A paper exploring the Book of Matthew's use of the symbol of king to authenticate Jesus as the Messiah.

A discussion on different interpretations of the bible.