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Buddhism and East Asian Culture, 2002.
A discussion of the history of the Buddhist religion in Asia, starting in India and spreading to China, Japan and Korea.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, $ 47.95
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Discusses history of the Buddhist religion in Asia, starting in India and spreading to China, Japan and Korea. How each country developed its own form of Buddhism. How the traditional teaching of the Buddha remained the same even when Buddhism underwent changes shaped by the cultures of each East Asian country.
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"Buddhism and East Asian Culture
Introduction
Buddhism is a religious culture that originated in ancient India. The actual name "Buddhism" comes from the title of honor "Buddha" meaning 'the enlightened one'. This title was first conferred upon Gautama Siddhartha, an East Indian of noble birth. Gautama Siddhartha is most often credited as the probable traditional founder of the tradition of Buddhism. Gautama Siddhartha, born around the year 566 B.C.E. was recorded as a member of the kshatriya or warrior caste that originated in the northeastern portion of India. Oral and written traditions regarding Gautama Siddhartha indicate that he held a position of privilege within Indian society. It is those particular privileges he was said to have rejected for the life of a simple wanderer who sought..."
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The Contributions of Buddhism to the Asian Culture, 1997.
Describes the history, growth, & spread of the Buddhism. Examines the reasons for the religion's popularity & unpopularity. Discusses the prospects for Buddhism in the future.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 6 sources, $ 39.95
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" The Contributions of Buddhism to the Asian Cultures
Viewing Buddhism as a mystical religion far removed from the pressures and dynamics of capitalism is a popular belief but one which is far removed from the realities at the core of the religion. Buddhism has always faced this confusion, since there has always been "a tension between the this-worldly and the other-worldly. This tension was at the heart of many early doctrinal controversies about such matters as the nature of Nirvana, the purpose of monastic life, and the character of the relationship between monks and the laity" (Swearer, 1997, 81). It is this built in dichotomy between "this world" and "other world" that both hastened Buddhism's spread and caused resistance to what many nations saw (and some still see) as an encroachment. Is Buddhism that hard to understand? This analysis will trace.."
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Asian-American Contributions, 2004.
Highlights the contributions made by Asian-Americans to the American capitalist process.
1,722 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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This paper shows that, despite the enormous contributions made by Asian-Americans to American capitalism, U.S. immigration policies did not grant citizenship status to Asian-Americans until later modifications to the U.S. Immigration Acts of the 1960s.
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Introduction
The 1965 U.S. Immigration Act
Asian-American Contributions to American Capitalism
The Growth of American Chinatowns
U.S. Congress Designates May as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month
The Building of the Trans-U.S. Railroad
Asian-American Contributions to the U.S. Military
Conclusion
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"The Chinese were the first Asians to arrive in the US in large numbers. By the 1830s Chinese were selling goods in New York City and toiling in Hawaiian sugarcane fields. Gold was discovered in California in 1848, eventually attracting thousands of Chinese miners and contract laborers. Through such cheap labor provided by early Asian immigrants, there is no denial that American Capitalism directly benefited from such contributions. Early Japanese immigrants also came to Hawaii and California to work in agriculture."
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Silla: The Golden Age of Buddhist Culture, 2002.
An overview of the history of the Silla Dynasty and the contribution of Buddhism to its culture.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 11 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper investigates the Silla Kingdom as the golden era of Buddhist culture. The first 215 years of the Silla Dynasty were characterized by the establishment of new political, legal and educational systems. Trade was prevalent and scholasticism flowered. Buddhism, which was introduced to the region in 372 AD and adopted and encouraged by the state, flourished and contributed the to thriving culture and civilization of Silla. The main argument is that the Silla was, in fact, the golden age of Buddhist culture, because of the fascinating mixture of Chinese influence and its own thriving culture.
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Cultural Comparison of Korean and Japanese Buddhism, 2002.
This paper analyzes the two seemingly closely related schools of Buddhism which exist in the very different cultures of Korea and Japan.
1,548 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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The writer argues that there are very distinct similarities and differences in the histories, philosophies and beliefs that shape Korean and Japanese Buddhism, both in their homelands and in the United States. The paper compares and contrasts issues such as dress, temples, daily schedule of prayers and doctrine. Finally, the writer concludes that both Korean and Japanese Buddhism are part of the collective human experience, and as such each may be viewed historically, culturally and even doctrinally.
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"It became clear that Korean Buddhists rely very heavily on the interaction of their ancestors as motivating phenomena. The weight of the burden passed on by every ancestor accumulates, resulting in an increasingly heavy karmic load for each subsequent descendant. In traditional, or Japanese and Chinese, Buddhism, the burden follows the individual (or in a worst case scenario, one of great sin or wrongdoing, follows the immediate family). However, in Korean Buddhism the weight of all things left unresolved follows all of the members of the family until it is settles. This holistic approach is so incredibly thorough that Korean Buddhists alive today are still carrying the unfinished cosmic burden of ancestors from a thousand years ago. (Buswell, 131-3)"
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Japanese Culture, 2006.
A look at Japanese culture focusing on the teachings of The Buddha.
3,123 words (approx. 12.5 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 90.95
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This paper researches Japanese culture, a culture primarily based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, known as The Buddha, in his work "The Eightfold Path". According to this paper, The Buddha was not Japanese but, probably, Nepalese and while he is believed to have lived from 543 to 483 B.C.E., some hold that he lived a century later.
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How Buddhism Creates a Unique "Built Environment"
Japanese Ritual is What Transforms 'Nothing' Into 'Something.'
Smaller Artifacts and Buddhism/Spirituality
Symbolic Carvings on Useful Items: Synthesis
Borrowing From Another Asian Culture
The Final Frontier of Spirituality: Metaphysics and Quantum Physics
Synthesis
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"Like so much else in Japanese culture, it is not what it seems, but rather a symbolic combination of the mundane (hair ornamentation) with the sublime, or, as Jones puts it, "transforming the ordinary object into something extraordinary. The object's relationship with its surroundings and its own purpose are integral to kazari" (Jones, 2003, p. 4626), a fact that brings this, too, into the metaphysical realm suggested by the brief passage from The Eightfold Path.
The genius of the Japanese is also cited as their ability to incorporate elements from other cultures and make them not only their own, but central to the Japanese way of life. "Most aspects of Japanese culture came at one time from China--the tea ceremony, for example--and ... shows Japan's fascination with China in the 15th and 16th centuries"
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Religion in Japanese Culture, 2007.
This paper discuses two major religions in Japanese culture---Shinto and Buddhism.
825 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper explains that religion in Japan is an amalgamation of various historical influences that has evolved over the last approximate 2000 years. The paper states that the major religions are Shinto, Daoism, Buddhism and more recently Christianity. The author points out that the historical relationship between Japan's imperial symbol and the Shinto faith is causing an ongoing international disturbance in contemporary foreign relations between Japan and its war-time victims. The paper relates that Buddhism, which has been predominant in Japan's culture because of its very early association with Confucianism, was never complicated by any connection with the divinity of the Emperor; thus, for Japan's neighbors, Buddhism is largely viewed as a common cultural thread.
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Overview
Shinto
Buddhism
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"Japan's Prime Minister, Junichiro Koizumi, has taken it upon himself to visit the Yasukuni Shinto Shrine in Japan on several occasions. Ostensibly, Koizumi's visits to the Yasukuni Shrine are to pay respects to Japan's war dead, which is a fairly innocuous act in itself but because of the religious, national, and historical combination of Shinto and the Japanese state, this act is viewed as disrespectful by Japan's war-time victims. Although Shinto had been associated with the state and the imperial throne since the 4th century A.D., in 1868 Shinto was made the official religion during the Meiji Restoration and in 1869 the Yasukuni Shrine was erected."
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Buddha and the Japanese Culture, 2002.
Discussion of the Four Noble Truths of Buddhism and their influence on Japanese culture.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 44.95
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The most fundamental beliefs of Buddhism can be understood by what are referred to as the Four Noble Truths. This paper will identify these Four Noble Truths and show how they have influenced Japanese society, cultural attitudes, and way of life.
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Religion and Culture, 2004.
This paper presents brief descriptions of three religions, Roman Catholic, Christian Scientist, and Buddhist, and the culture of three countries, Spain, Vietnam, and India.
1,245 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 42.95
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This paper explains that the religion of Christian Science impacts the health care of religionists because Christian Scientists generally choose not to consult doctors, use medicine, and even refuse vaccines unless mandated by law. The author points out the extensive influence of the Spanish culture, with Roman Catholicism as the main religion that is prevalent in Spain and several other countries such as Argentina, Bolivia, Columbia, Cuba, Chile, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Equatorial Guinea, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, Uruguay, and Venezuela. The paper relates that the main religion practiced in India is Hinduism, though India has large population segments that follow the Christian and Islamic faiths. The most commonly followed traditions are those that are linked to popular Hindu festivals, such as Diwali or the festival of lights, which is celebrated every year to mark the anniversary of Lord Ram?s return to Ayodhya from exile.
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Religions
Roman Catholic
Christian Scientist
Buddhism
Cultures
Spain
Vietnam
India
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"The Roman Catholic religion believes in the Holy Trinity of a creator God the Father; Jesus Christ, His Son; and the Holy Spirit. Other beliefs that characterize the religion are the original sin; the forgiveness of sin; the second coming of the Lord; and life after death. Given its belief in sin, the religion offers the hope of salvation through its sacraments and baptism. Infant baptism is encouraged to erase the original sin and as a start to a spiritual life through the Church. In addition, the Roman Catholic Church holds that the mass is a continuation of the sacrifice made by Christ and thus teaches the doctrine of transubstantiation or that the bread and wine at communion actually become the body and blood of Christ. Generally, the religion has no dietary restrictions. However, it advocates abstaining from meat and meat products on Ash Wednesday and the Fridays of the month of Lent."
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Japanenese History and Culture, 2002.
Responds to three historical questions concerning Japanese history and culture.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 89.95
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These responses discuss early Japanese-Chinese relations, the influence of Buddhism on Japanese culture, and the role and history of the samurai in Japanese society.
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The Mathematical Contributions of Galileo, 2008.
A review of some of the important contributions of Galileo Galilei to the field of mathematics and science.
1,015 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses the significant contributions of Galileo Galilei to the field of mathematics. It provides a brief history of his life and then focuses on some examples of the contributions that he made to mathematics. The paper also discusses his misinterpreted-battle between science and religion and how it overshadows many of the other contributions that Galileo made during his lifetime as a scientist and mathematician.
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"We often hear of a Copernican revolution in science, but Galileo was the instigator of a much more fundamental revolution that influenced both science and mathematics. The worldview that Galileo created to replace the Aristotelian worldview that dominated at the time contended that the world was made up only of matter whose properties and motions could be described in terms of mathematics (Machamer). In other words, Galileo advanced the now-obvious notion that mathematics was nothing short of the language of the universe. Using mathematics, Galileo was able to describe and understand the mechanics of the universe, effectively gaining a deeper understanding of the way that the world is put together. This is Galileo's most significant contribution to mathematics. He removed the idle, superstitious philosophy from the study of the natural world and pushed mathematics to the forefront of natural inquiries, demonstrating again and again that it could be used to understand the way the world works."
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China's Contributions to Civilization, 2006.
An overview of inventions and contributions of Chinese civilization throughout the ages.
4,501 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 117.95
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This paper discusses the vast and significant number of contributions and inventions made throughout history by ancient Chinese civilization. The paper points out that China was the first to introduce a complete school system, made several contributions toward the study of mathematics, invented the seismograph and the compass and developed iron and steel. The paper continues to discuss other significant Chinese inventions that have contributed to the development of all of civilization including paper, fireworks, and the small pox inoculation.
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"The Chinese contributed to education by introducing the first complete school system during the Western Zhou Dynasty during 1100-771 BC. The school system consisted of a seven-year junior level, followed by nine years of a senior level education. The educational system "was integrated with an official selection system." These schools served as training places for officials and were run by the local government."
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Florence Nightingale's Contributions to Nursing, 2005.
This paper studies the contributions of Florence Nightingale to the nursing profession.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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This article examines Florence Nightingale's contributions to the nursing profession. The writer discusses how she transformed the whole practice of nursing into a profession. The writer uses different sources to demonstrate that Florence Nightingale's achievements produced many contributions to nursing theory in addition to the nursing practice.
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"Gorrell states that Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, transformed the practice into a respectable profession and set the standards for clean and safe hospitals throughout the world. The purpose of this paper is to review the multiple accomplishments of Florence Nightingale and their contribution to the nursing profession. Clearly one of the ways in which Florence Nightingale advanced the profession of nursing was in her concern for hygiene. Gillian points out that part and parcel of ... "
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Jefferson and His Contributions, 2004.
A look at the presidency of Thomas Jefferson and the contributions he made to society during his rule.
5,247 words (approx. 21.0 pages), 24 sources, MLA, $ 130.95
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This paper discusses how Jefferson remains an icon of democracy and a heroic symbol associated with the foundation of the United States. This paper outlines and discusses the contributions that Jefferson made to the founding of the nation and explores his views and opinions on slavery and race relations.
I. Introduction
II. Personal Profile
III. Contributions to the Founding of the Nation
1) Religious Freedom
2) Declaration Of Independence
IV. Opinion of Slavery and Race Relations
V. Conclusion
VI. Bibliography
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"In order to understand Jefferson?s contributions and his opinions regarding slavery it is important to discuss his personal background. By understanding Thomas Jefferson the person, we are better able to understand his contributions to the forming of the nation and his impact on slavery and race relations. Jefferson?s impact on the forming of the nation is vast and it is with good reason that his accomplishments are considered to be nothing less than extraordinary for a man once called the ?Apostle of Freedom? by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Considered by historian Dumas, as being a member of the ?trinity of American immortals, along with George Washington and Abraham Lincoln? Jefferson?s contributions to the founding of the nation are nothing short of remarkable. Described by many as truly a learned person, Jefferson?s interests and intellect has been a focus of much historical research. Modern scholars? fascination with Jefferson the man, have produced countless works of Jefferson?s personal and professional contributions."
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The Scientific Contributions of Friedrich August Kekule, 2005.
This paper looks at the career and the scientific contributions of Friedrich August Kekule.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 23.95
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In this article, the writer discusses the background, career and scientific contributions of Friedrich August Kekule. The writer looks at this scientist, who put forward the theory of tetravelence for carbon and determined the structure of benzene. The writer explains the importance of Kekule's theories as these two scientific contributions are those upon which organic chemistry is based.
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"Friedrich August Kekule was born in Damstadt, Germany and attended the Gymnasium in his home town excelling at languages and drawing. He went on the University of Giessen planning to study architecture but after attending a lecture by Liebig of condenser fame, Kekule became fascinated with chemistry. He spent a year at home pondering a decision and decided to pursue an education in chemistry. Kekule studied in Paris under Dumas substitution theory and Gerhardt type theory then returned to Giessen to ... "
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