Religion and Theology papers

An analysis of Job's suffering and unwaivering faith in the Book of Job.

A discussion of the Iranian response to globalization.

This paper examines the state board of education's "Moral and Spiritual Training" curriculum.

This paper is a theoretical, descriptive and analytical historical review pf the major aspects of the Persian (modern Iran) influence on the Islamic civilization.

An examination of Shia/Sunni schism within the Muslim religion and how the Shia has survived despite this divide.

This paper is a critical review of Robert Spencer's "The Politically Incorrect Guide to Islam".

This paper explains the nature of Islamic sovereignty, the roots of political Islam, the attraction of Islamism, and the driving forces behind political movements within the Middle East, such as the Taliban.

A review of Martha Beck's "Leaving the Saints: How I Lost the Mormons and Found My Faith".

This paper looks at the portrayal of Judeo-Christian beliefs in television cartoons.

A summary of the growth and effects of Buddhism in China.

This paper discusses Revelation and examines the war in heaven and its connection to modern day believers.

An analysis of Mary Shelley's ""Frankenstein" as religious allegory.

An analysis of Adam and Eve's separation in John Milton's epic poem "Paradise Lost".

This paper is an exegesis of the Book of Romans from the New Testament.

This paper explores the relationship of man and religion by examining the three religions of Islam, Judaism, and Christianity.

This paper is a political analysis of Denmark's Mohammad cartoon controversy.

A unique critique of the compatibility between Islam and democracy.

A summary of and recommendation to read "The Imitation of Christ" by Thomas Kempis.

A comparison of the evolutionary and creationist paradigms of history.

An overview of the beliefs and philosophies of Zen Buddhism.

An analysis of how and when Buddhism came to China and the obstacles it faced there from the state and Confucian opponents.

An analysis of the challenges and opportunities that face Zen Buddhism as it is practiced in the West.

This paper discuses Zen Buddhism as a form of Mahayana Buddhism, which is a tradition that has had much appeal to some westerners in the last generations.

An analysis of the concepts behind Zen with a view to trying to explain what it is.

A discussion of the epic poem "The Divine Comedy" by Dante Alighieri, focusing on canto III of Dante's "Inferno".

An analysis of whether or not dinosaurs could have become extinct because of the biblical flood.

This paper explores religious discrimination, with a focus on public schools.

A review of "An Introduction to Buddhism" by Paul Harvey.

A research proposal for a compensation bonus plan.

An overview of the creed and practices of Shinshu Buddhism.

An analysis of Dante's placement of Judas within the "Inferno" and the meaning behind it.

This paper presents a sermon on theology.

An analysis of the relationship between Hinduism and the caste system in India.

An analysis of philosophical and religious syncretism in the Hellenistic Era.

This paper reviews an article by Fr Robert Mattingly SJ entitled 'Gay Adolescents in Catholic Schools - Avoiding the Topic Won't Make It Go Away' printed in "Momentum".

An analysis of the contextual information and warning signs outlined in Charles Kimball's "When Religion Becomes Evil."

Presents writer's reasons for agreeing with Dante's placement of illicit heterosexual relationships as one of the least serious sins in his "Inferno".

This paper discusses the book 'The Assassin Legends: Myths of the Isma'ilis' by Farhad Daftary.

This paper paints a picture of the society in a Sinhalese village, Sri Lanka.

A biblical analysis of marriage, remarriage and divorce.

This paper looks at American Presbyterian minister Horace Grant Underwood as missionary in Korea.

A brief history of Islamic architecture.

This paper is a critical analysis of "The Art of Happiness" by the Dalai Lama and Howard Cutler.

This paper provides an analysis of "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" by C.S. Lewis.

A discussion of the attitude of Roman Catholic school teachers and their approach to their homosexual students.

An analysis of the intelligent design theory and its flaws in proving the existence of God.

This paper examines the "Epperson v. Arkansas" case that claimed the statute privileging creationism and banning evolution was a violation of the Establishment Clause of the United States Constitution.

This paper evaluates the ethics and morality of suicide within modern American society.

This paper discusses equity in education, and social justice as it relates to gay students.

A comparative analysis of the limited rights of women in Islam and Judaism.

A review of the theme and the historical context of "The Samurai," written by Shusaku Endo.

This paper discuses Saint Peter, his deeds and the architecture and symbolism of Saint Peter's Basilica.

This paper examines the article "The Spiritual Needs of Hospitalized Patients" by Ruth Davidhizar, Gregory A. Bechtel and Edna J. Cosey.

An analysis of the life of James Scarth Gale and a review of the biography os his life, "James Scarth Gale and his History of the Korean People," written by Richard Rutt.

An analysis of the themes, symbolism and metaphors in "The Book of Revelations".

This paper is a critical review of Max Weber's theory about the relationship of Protestantism and capitalism as presented in his book "The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism".

An analysis of the characteristics of the Kairouan and Djenne mosques in Africa.

This paper describes the Soka Gakkai, literally known as the "Value-Creating Society", whose membership believes in Nichiren Shoshu, the orthodox Buddhist teachings of Nichiren Daishonin.

This paper discusses the spiritual awakening of the protagonist, Ivan Ilyich, in Leo Tolstoy's work "The Death of Ivan Ilyich".

A look at the battle between science and religion over the evolution of man.

An in-depth discussion of the Catholic Church's passive stance during the slaughter of the Jews in the Holocaust.

An examination of John Milton's strong prejudice against women in his epic poem "Paradise Lost".

This paper discuses the social roles of the minor prophets: Micah, Isaiah, Amos and Hosea.

An analysis of the roles of Mecca and Madinah in the history of Islam.

This paper discuses the religion of Jainism and compares it to Christianity.

An analysis of the socialization, psychotherapeutic adjustment and meaning of spirit possession in Sudanese women.

An analysis of the role of Mary Magdalene in the film "The Last Temptation of Christ," by Martin Scorcese.

An analysis of the close connection between religious belief and a belief in capital punishment.

This paper compares homosexuality today in the United States with this same behavior in ancient Greece.

An analysis of the role of religion in the controversy surrounding Darwin's theories in the nineteenth century.

A literary analysis of the ideology of Western liberalism from the perspective of Chinese Confucianism.

This paper argues against prayer in public schools and in favor of religios freedom.

A review of Dae Young Ryu's article, "Fresh Wineskins for New Wine: A New Perspective on North Korean Christianity - The Need for a New Perspective."

An examination of honor killings in Pakistan.

A personal discussion of conservatism and Christian beliefs, as well as the general worldview they combine to produce.

This paper argues that, from a Catholic biblical and catechism perspective, Jesus has no brothers.

This paper discussing teaching in Roman Catholic Schools in Ontario.

Compares and contrasts the debate between Pelagian and Augustinian theology in regards to original sin and free will.

This paper discusses the impact of the Holocaust upon post 1945 Jewish religious thought.

A review of the HBO documentary "A Question of Miracles".

An analysis of the roles of women, fundamentalism and marriage within the context of Christianity, Islam and Judaism.

This paper discusses biblical prophecies in the Old Testament that are fulfilled in the New Testament.

This paper looks at the concept and acts of terrorism and at terrorist organizations.

An analysis of the arguments for and against classical theism in religion and the broader world.

An analysis of classical Hinduism and its place in modern culture.

An analysis of the life and wanderings of Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha.

An analysis of the centrality of Egyptian monuments and architecture to the religion of ancient Egypt.

An analysis of the relevance of Buddhism and enlightenment to Western society today.

An analysis of the spiritual doubt of the main character in Nathaniel Hawthorne's book "Young Goodman Brown".

An analysis of the exclusion of the Apostolic teachings of the "Didache" within the Holy Bible.

A personal response to the article "Human Sexuality: 'Wonderful Gift' and 'Awesome Responsibility,'" written by Richard Sparks.

This paper explores the separation of church and state as mandated by the United State Constitution.

An analysis of the definition of miracles and the validity of testimony to the occurrence of miracles.

An analysis of the characteristics of autism and issues related to its management and treatment.

A comparative analysis of the belief of reincarnation in Hinduism and Buddhism.

An analysis of the issues for nurses who are caring for a dying Muslim patient.

A review of the "Church of Lukumi Babalu Aye v. City of Hialeah" Supreme Court decision of 1993 and its implications for freedom of religion.

A review of one person's heroism as described in John Hersey's book "Hiroshima".

An examination of the concept of the good life according to Saint Augustine through a reading of his work, "Confessions".

An examination of the concept of the good life and what it means to live the good life in the book of "Genesis".