The following paper discusses Cherubism, a rare, hereditary disease characterized by enlargement of the jaw bones (maxilla and mandible) on both sides of the face (bilateral) and a deformity in the setting of the eye sockets.
Abstract This essay examines the symptoms of Cherubism, a disease with unusual growths within the jaw and swelling of the face. It also discusses the causes, origins, treatment and future of this disease.
From the Paper ?The facial changes are brought about by overgrowth of fibrous tissue around the jaw bones. The disease starts to appear in the 3rd or 4th year of life and continues to grow until the person affected reaches the age of 15-20. Typically, the disease occurs early, when the afflicted person's primary teeth fall out and are supposed to be replaced by mature teeth. Instead, after the primary teeth fall out, the bone cells do not do their proper job, causing masses of soft tissue to develop in the jaw area. The disease, however, has been known to recede during adolescence. The size of the jaw stabilizes and progressively becomes smaller. In moderate cases, the deformity disappears altogether. Cherubism is a disease that has been around for a long time, yet little is known about the rare disease. Advancements in the study of cherubism are progressing slowly, yet consistently.?
Abstract This paper addresses angelology, the study of angels, and many questions regarding that topic. Specifically, the paper attempts to answer questions about their origin, whether humans can become angels, the duty and purpose of angels, how they have interacted with people, if angels are to be worshipped or prayed to, and how we should live in light of our understanding of angels.
From the Paper "Angels have always been unique and special beings, and their growing popularity today illustrates how we, as a nation, are still seeking spiritual fulfillment in our lives. Angels are wise beings who have many powers, and serve God, unless they have fallen, when they serve Satan. The Bible discusses angels throughout its pages, but early on, the origin of angels is clear. In Colossians 1:16, the reader learns God created all things, including angels, and he created them in his own image. "For in him were all things created, in the heavens and upon the earth, things visible and things invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers; all things have been created through him, and unto him" (Colossians 1:16), and this same sentiment is echoed in John 1:1-3. Another historian writes about the origins of the name "angel," itself."
Abstract This paper discusses Valentine's Day and looks at its history and the role that Saint Valentine played in the history of this special day. It also explains the history behind the little cherub called Cupid. The paper further points out that there are nine different types of love and briefly explains each one. The paper further discusses how Valentine's Day continues to be important in America and how people buy flowers, chocolates, cards and other items as a way to express their love to their spouses or girlfriends/boyfriends.
From the Paper "The first place to begin the study of Valentine's Day is with Saint Valentine. The story of Saint Valentine cannot be proven but many people believe he was a priest named Valentine who lived in the days of the emperor of Rome named Claudius the Cruel (Good Saint Valentine). When war broke out in Rome, men did not want to leave their wives or fiances so they refused to go to war. This made the king angry and he created an order that forbid men from becoming engaged. Valentine, the priest, did not agree with this so in secret he would marry couples."
Abstract This short paper analyzes the iconography of Michelangelo's famous "Creation of Adam" fresco to determine the hidden iconology of the work and to propose an additional theme of the work, that of the passage of time and what results from it. To do so, the paper briefly delves deeper into the iconography of the Adam figure depicted in the work in order to establish the theme of evolution (in the non-Darwinian sense) which brings results from this passing of time. Once this theme is established on the left side of the work, it is applied to the right-hand section of the painting to identify its key figures, revealing that in such a calculated series of frescoes for the private chapel of the pope, Michelangelo did not place random cherubs at God's side but instead Eve and Christ. This conclusion is reinforced by an analysis of the mantle enswathing God and the figures, exposing that what is apparently a cloak is actually an all-important uterus, which only serves to strengthen the notion of time in the fresco. Pictures of the painting are also included in the paper.
From the Paper "The figure to the furtherest right (Fig. 3), who receives upon his shoulder the touch of God's thumb and index finger, is the first to reveal his true identity. Though no genitalia are visible, the child's sex is reasoned to be male due to the figure's boyish hairstyle and pseudo-muscular body, which in itself can be viewed as another instance of Michelangelo's theme of evolution--the body shows what the boyish face will become, reflecting the relationship between Adam's body and penis. This detailed analysis of the boy reveals another important observation. The boy, unlike almost all the other figures in the mantle, does not affix his gaze to the creation of Adam, but rather stares directly ahead, below, into the eyes of the viewer. The boy's expression, as well, is incongruent with those of the other figures. The others in the mantle have a serene, yet serious mien, while this child shows a disgruntled, almost painful countenance. It is as though he can feel, through the touch of God, that the very creation of Adam will cause him suffering."
