Religion and Theology papers

An investigation into the extent to which functionalism exaggerates the benefits of religion for society.

A sociological explanation of the growth of new religious movements.

Examines four distinctive styles of Buddhist ethics.

A sociological investigation into the concepts of religion and social change.

A sociological explanation for the changing religious behaviour in modern society.

A brief discussion of the religion of Buddhism.

A discussion of how churches have to reconcile the occupations of certain members with their teachings.

A review of the novel, "The Brahmin's Son", by Herman Hesse.

A brief overview of the animist religion known as Santeria.

Examines the relationship that existed between this Milanese bishop and the rulers of 4th century Rome.

Looks at the influence that Hindu philosophy and culture has had on India as a nation.

Explores architecture in the development of the Christian church.

A discussion on Druidic attitudes towards animals and animal experimentation.

This paper compares and contrasts the religious beliefs and practices of native societies in the Andes and Mesoamerica after the establishment of colonialism.

A comparison of the stories of the creation of the world and the giving of the Ten Commandments in the Bible.

An overview of the history and influence of the "Analects of Confucius".

A thorough examination of the writings of ancient Jewish scholars with reference to the end of time and the Messiah.

An explanation of a unique and recent development of a flying saucer cult that preached in the United States.

A brief analysis of the short story, "The Three Hermits", by Leo Tolstoy.

This paper discusses the patriarchy, religious, and economic forces that underlay the European colonization.

A review of the novel and film "The Last Temptation of Christ".

Examines religious interpretations in literary texts by the novelist, Jane Austen.

This paper discusses the corruption of the Catholic Church during the European Renaissance, which led to the religious thought of Martin Luther, John Calvin, and Erasmus.

Review of Redford's book about Akhenaten, one of the most controversial pharaohs in Egyptian history.

An analysis of the book, "Women Called to Witness", by Nancy A. Hardesty, which argues that the seeds of feminism can be found in the evangelical religion.

A look at the use of Yiddish in Orthodox Jewish communities today.

Traces the Buddhist religion through the many countries it reached in Eastern Asia.

A comparative analysis of the views of Plato and the Bible on morality and truth.

Looks at the factors that will impact the growth patterns of the Hmong Alliance Church.

An analysis of Burton Watson's translation of Buddhism's "The Lotus Sutra".

A discussion of the theme of Redemption in the ancient work "The Dream of the Rood".

This paper discusses different opinions of the synoptic problem of the Periscopes, the narratives or literary sub-units of Mark and Mathew.

Brief historical account of the Spanish efforts to conquer the New World.

An examination of how the life story of Muhammad fits into the cosmological and rites-of-passage models.

An examination of Constantine's conversion to Christianity.

An examination of Augustine's conversion to Christianity through Neoplatonic thought.

An examination of the "Apocalypse of Peter" and its religious message.

A look into the "Animal Apocalypse", Jewish Apocalyptic literature.

A comparison of the screenplay. "My Fair Lady" .and Ovid's myth of "Pygmalion and the Statue".

Compares and contrasts the way the Gospels of the New Testament depict Jesus.

A comparative analysis of the views of Mary Daly and R. Neibuhr's views on that which is holy.

History of Judaism from biblical origins to the modern period.

A discussion of world mythology as perceived through the eyes of Joseph Campbell.

Compares the philosophies of two great leaders, Martin Luther King and Chinese Lao Tzu.

An exploration of plural marriages from the standpoint of the Mormon Church.

Analyzes, discusses, and introduces angelology, the study of angels.

Examines how homosexuality is portrayed in the Bible and the views of Paul the Apostle on the subject.

An overview of the history of the Jewish Patriarchs: Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

Discusses the spiritual conversion of Canada's native population by Christian missionaries and governing bodies.

Discusses how ethnocultural issues can affect health care, with a focus on Judaism.

This paper reviews Ranchor Prime's "The Ramayana", an epic that depicts a classic struggle of good over evil, with Ram as the center of the struggle.

Examines the events that resulted in the Reformation of 1517.

Provides a comparative analysis of the fundamentals of Islam and Christianity.

Explores the need to integrate religion and spirituality into counseling.

Analyzes Ninian Smart's 1995 book.

Presents an overview of the practice of Wicca.

Compares and contrasts approaches of the two sociologists.

Discusses how the Crusades strengthened the power of the papacy and European royalty.

Discusses the role of the papacy during the early Middle Ages.

Looks at the obstacles women face in achieving legitimacy as pastoral caregivers.

Examines burying the dead as a religious concern.

Examines images of the deity and other symbols.

Discusses roles of women in Muslim society.

Discusses magic as a universal creative principle.

Examines the biblical theme.

Discusses anti-Catholic stereotypes.

Considers what it means to be Muslim in the U.S.

Examines the role of women in the Bible.

Discusses the role of Islam.

Discussion of the prophetic book of the Bible.

Discusses the role of women in Islamic societies.

Presents a history of the early Church and its traditions.

Discusses how mosque architecture is representative of the evolution of central tenets of Islam.

Examines the Church response to sex abuse allegations.

Examines "Rasta" belief and worldview.

Examines the forces of Islam tradition.

Examines sexual abuse of children by Roman Catholic priests.

Explains Muslim rule as the last bastion of non-Christian influence in Europe.

Examines the debate of 5th century Christianity.

Discusses phases of the controversy from AD 318 to AD 382.

Discusses the concepts of Leibniz.

Discusses the origin and development of this Roman Catholic order of nuns.

Examines views of Hobbes and Rousseau.

Discusses the rule of Muhammad Ibr al-Ahmar.

Presents views of the under-class as victims of capitalism.

Examines the Methodist faith.

Describes the falling-out between the Christian churches of Byzantium and Rome.

How philosophy differs from myth and religion.

Discusses the extent to which women's status has improved.

Discusses the effects of Vatican II.

Discusses gods communicating with people.

Presents an historical overview of Judaism.

Compares their message.

Provides a review of John Strong's book.

Discusses Americans as a diverse group.

Examines the historical, philosophical, and aesthetic development.

Discusses the impact of 9/11.

Argues celibacy of the priesthood should be amended.

Discusses the effects of environment on people.

Discusses factors leading to the war.