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"Principles of Christian Morality", 2005.
This paper discusses "Principles of Christian Morality" by three preeminent Catholic scholars Heinz Schurmann, Joseph Ratzinger and Hans Urs von Balthasar, who examine interpretations of moral theology.
1,235 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 0 sources, $ 42.95
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This paper explains that Heinz Schurmann's contribution, which was written as a submission for the 1974 International Theological Commission session discusses the New Testament's influence on morality, via both its statements and interpretations. The author points out that Joseph Ratzinger (now Pope Benedict XVI) discusses the distinction between practice (orthopraxis) and established beliefs (orthodoxy) and the need of having a fixed point of moral reference. The paper relates that Hans Urs von Balthasar sets forth nine precepts of Christian morality in summary form, exploring Christ as the universal, concrete norm for Christian morality, with the golden rule as a summation of God's law and Christ on the cross as the only salvation from sin.
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"Ratzinger, in an effort to establish a practice for Catholics in a modern context, explored the possibility of the shifting meaning of religious law and commandments (50). The opposite of praxis, Ratzinger states, is the belief "that affirms that there is no such thing as a specifically Christian morality and that Christianity must take its norms of conduct from the anthropological insights of its time" (49). Ratzinger concludes that praxis is indistinguishable from a genuinely believed truth in Christ-that to imitate Jesus Christ is "inseparable from faith" and that "faith's praxis depends on faith's truth" (62, 70). In other words, if one genuinely holds a belief in Christ, that faith will influence one's practices and in turn, will relate the truth with the praxis."
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The Christian vs Non-Christian Approach., 2006.
A review of Christian and Non-Christian solutions to social problems.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper looks at the concept of social problems and how they are perceived and dealt with differently by Christians and non-Christians. The types of problems this paper discusses include substance abuse and domestic violence. Both of these subjects are viewed very similarly by modern Christians as well as non-Christians, although historically this was not always the case.
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"There are many social problems that plague western society, from alcoholism to serious drug abuse, from teen pregnancy to spousal battery. For as many problems as we have, there are a variety of causes and solutions that have been presented. One way of categorizing the types of solutions offered are as Christian and as non-Christian. It would take volumes to fully list and describe all of the social problems and the multitudinous solutions offered by Christians and non-Christians alike, so only a few will get attention here."
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Christian and Non-Christian Religions, 2002.
Compares differences and some similarities in ritual and belief in non-Christian (African) and Christian (Baptist) religion.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, $ 23.95
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Compares differences and some similarities in ritual & belief in non-Christian (African) and Christian (Baptist) religion. Examines the cultural differences related to these religions for Africans and African-Americans. Historical Baptist ties to slavery. Imposition of Christianity on slaves. Nature of worship. Survival of African religioius spirit and experience in religioius beliefs of African Americans in the U.S.
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"There are important differences in ritual and belief between the non-Christian religion (African) described in Marimba Ani's Let the Circle Be Unbroken and the Christian religion (Baptist) described in Albert J. Raboteau's Slave Religion. The most obvious difference is that the Baptist religion has Jesus Christ at its center as God in human form, while the African religions had a number of gods. However, the greatest difference is found in the cultural differences related to those religions. The African religion is a part of a cultural tradition reaching far back in the history of Africans and African-Americans. The African religion symbolizes freedom and independence. The Baptist religion, on the other hand, symbolizes, at least in part, a brief history tied in with slavery and dependence on a culture which was foreign to Africans. In part, the Baptist religion was ..."
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Christian Ethics, 2005.
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.
3,035 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 89.95
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This paper stresses that it is impossible to determine precisely what Christian ethics or morals are on any given issue without a plausible definition of what constitutes a Christian. The author points out that, from this review of the history of Christianity, the religion is practiced in varying formats and with various degrees of adherence to the moral and ethical dictates of the religion; furthermore, one observes that more than likely the "root-cause" for failures to adhere to Christian morals and ethics is a product of the slow-paced evolution of the Christian religion. The paper relates that, as an example of these other ethical issues, most scholars from both sides of the abortion issue feel that the resolution will come in the form of pre-natal research and development because advancements made within this science have already dropped the abortion rates appreciably nationwide.
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Thesis Statement
Why Christianity is in Turmoil
An Important Turning Point in Establishment
The Bible and the Establishment of Morals and Ethics
The Christian Ethics of Euthanasia
A Brave New Set of Ethics
Conclusions
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"The Christian ethic concerning physician-assisted suicide is of course spelled out within the "Ten Commandments," of the Old Testament. Quite simply, "Thou shall not kill." On the other hand, down through the decades since the inventions of or development of "pain-relieving," drugs, physicians have been quietly going about the process of Euthanasia where there is no hope for continued productive life - usually labeled "end-stage relief," and their work although secretive in nature has not conjured much debate until the past two decades. Indeed, with the passage of a new "politically correct," law in the Netherlands recently the ethical reaction into the nature of this act has been minimal at best with discussions cropping up from time to time brought on primarily by the Religious Right. For example, the Reverend Billie Graham is one, along with his son Franklin that is quite out-spoken on the issue."
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Christianity, 2002.
A philosophical analysis of Christianity, discussing certitude, morality, belief and compassion.
1,635 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
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An analysis of several aspects of Christianity including morals and truth. The paper details the following four major ideas according to Christianity: Certitude, morality, belief and compassion. A definition of these four concepts as well as examples of how they are defined in Christianity is discussed. In conclusion, the paper states that sometimes Christianity sells uncertainty and vagueness. The author advises questioning.
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"Morality is subjective and intangible. It is different for all of us. Some people may believe that premarital sex is awful, while many others may not understand what all the fuss is about. Weather or not you think that morality is subjective or not, the fact remains that none of us can reach a consensus about what is right and what is wrong. Most of us are content to live and let live. As long as our neighbor isn?t doing something to us directly we can, for the most part, overlook their idiosyncrasies. If we are doing something in the privacy of our own homes that affects no one but ourselves we expect to be left alone. One of the many problems with Christianity is its inability to accept the fact that morality is subjective."
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Christian Ethics in Business, 2002.
Examines how Christian ideas on morality and ethics affect business in the United States.
1,403 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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Ethical behavior is essential to conduct in business. However, the standards that are agreed to by a business are not established in a vacuum; they must be grounded in commonly held social principles in order to be valid in the context of a business environment. The paper explains that many communities in the United States are predicated on a Christian value system. Even when community residents do not profess faith in the teachings of Christ, the residual effect of centuries of Christianity creates an intuitively Christian world-view in America and many other countries. The paper shows, however, that common perceptions about Christianity and the perceived adverse effects of ?fundamentalism? within Christian communities has resulted in a re-questioning of Christianity in the workplace; active measures have already been taken to eradicate it from many schools. However, the manager is still able to act at his own discretion and a Christian manager must always face moral dilemmas that accompany conduct just as individuals have always faced moral dilemmas. This paper examines what underscores Christianity and this applies in the context of a business environment, which is considered by many to be secular. The paper uses Larry Burkett's "Business by the Book" and Peter Hess' "Management: Responsibilities for Performance" as references.
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"Perhaps Christian values are best employed in a business environment in that they condition responsible behavior. Christians tend to reflect more upon their actions and look to scripture for guidance. The gospel uses allegories in order to demonstrate Christian behavior, and Burkett emulates this style when he presents his own ideas. Such values include honesty, fairness and the divination of God?s will in the presence of diversity. Prayer can achieve introspection; Burkett most often speaks of a culture in which regular prayer is ubiquitous. Through prayer and a careful, thoughtful read of the Bible, Burkett believes that one can more carefully chose one?s actions as they reflect the will of God as well as the interests of the company. Burkett believes that one has to first develop a relationship with Christ with reference to his or her personal goals and then from them engage in devotional work, asking God for ways of developing Christian business practices."
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Morality in Sacred Texts, 2004.
A study in similarities of the issue of morality in Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
1,506 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper discusses the issue of morality as it appears in the sacred texts of the four major religions of the world: Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The paper presents excerpts from the Koran, Gita, Torah and Gospels. The paper contends that the similarities of the moral precepts contained within the defining texts of each religion seem to underscore a fundamental unity.
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"The concept of "morality" is generally defined as that which constitutes virtuous conduct, or right behavior. Of course, given the vast cultural, economic, and societal differences between the majority populations practicing the aforementioned religious traditions, one might expect the moral precepts of each faith to be strikingly different. Interesting this is not the case. In fact, one can clearly observe that in the areas of human behavior and responsibility toward others, (again, as opposed to injunctions concerning belief), including violence, truthfulness, sexual purity, the avoidance of greed, and the importance of devotion and worship, the main religious texts of all four faiths are almost identical."
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Personal Morality and Ethics in Politics, 2006.
This paper examines whether personal morals and ethics have a bearing on a politician's ability to exercise leadership.
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The writer of this paper details the importance of personal morals and ethics in politics. This paper discusses how media coverage impacts matters of public conduct. This detailed paper also explores our society which is based on Judeo-Christian ethics and morality which expects its leaders to govern based on this philosophy.
Topics covered in this report include:
Political Leaders as Role Models
Immoral Private Behavior Puts the President in a Vulnerable Position
The President's Role in Advancing Societal Ethics
Conclusion
Bibliography
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"Ethics further defines morality and is a set of standards by which acts are determined to be moral or immoral. Most professions have ethical standards that delineate acceptable behavior within the profession. These standards may or may not be subject to civil law, but they are agreed upon by members of that profession to define correct behavior within that profession."
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Gatsby's Morality, 2001.
Examining "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald as a window into the immorality of the 1920s.
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"The Great Gatsby", and the characters within, are compared to religious and non-religious scales of morality. The author uses quotations from the book, as well as from critical essays. Through his use of the eyes of T. J. Eckleburg, Fitzgerald suggests that, in the eyes of God, Judeo-Christian morality suffered during the 1920s.
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"Dante Alighieri, in The Divine Comedy, declares that God ?commands everywhere, and there he rules? (Inferno, Canto One, lines127-129). In Dante?s world, reminiscent of F. Scott Fitzgerald?s in The Great Gatsby, God is an ever-present being who is continuously presiding over the Earth. Dante?s ideas are evocative of the giant eyes of Doctor Eckleburg presiding over the Valley of Ashes in Fitzgerald?s novel. Like Fitzgerald, Dante defines some of those people unworthy of entering heaven as the murderers, gluttons, and traitors of society. These immoralities are analogous to depravities in the Judeo-Christian world."
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"Business Law: Principles, Cases & Environment" by Anderson, Fox and Twomey, 1991.
This paper is a chapter-by-chapter summary of "Business Law: Principles, Cases & Environment" by Anderson, Fox and Twomey, the legal and regulatory context upon which business operates and the social forces behind these rules and principles: Contracts,
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""Business Law: Principles, Cases and Environment, by Ronald Anderson, Ivan Fox and David Twomey, provides an indepth examination of the principles of private law and cases. In addition, the authors have taken care to include information on the legal and regulatory environment in which business operates, as well as the social forces behind the creation and evolution of specific principles and rules.
The text is divided into 11 parts: legal rights and social forces; contracts; personal property and bailments; sales; commercial paper; government, business and society; secured transactions, creditors' rights and insurance; agency and employment; business organizations; real property; and, estates."
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Principles of Policing, 2007.
This paper discusses Sir Robert Peel's nine principles of policing.
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The paper explains how Sir Robert Peel ushered in modern policing by establishing an ethical system for the police. The paper explains that while there have been significant changes in police work since Peel's time, his principles remain the foundation for modern police ethical systems. The paper identifies the nine principles, which include the primary function of police, public approval of police actions, the public in voluntary observance of the law and how physical force lessens public co-operation. The principles also discuss impartial service to the law, inappropriate use of physical force, how police are not separate from the public but part of the public, separation of the police and judiciary and finally, the test of police efficiency. The paper concludes that these principles continue to guide the actions of modern law enforcement agencies.
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"Peel's first principle states: "the basic mission for which the police exist is to prevent crime and disorder." (New Westminster Police Service, 2006). The primary function of police today continues to be the prevention of crime. The successful resolution of unsolved crimes can aid in crime prevention, because most crimes are committed by recidivists. Therefore, the fact that modern police spend much of their time solving crimes does not detract from the fact that the basic mission of the police is crime prevention."
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Principles of Learning, 2007.
A discussion on the significance of some relevant principles of learning.
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This paper looks at four different principles of learning and their impact on the author. The four principles are that learners must be motivated to learn , what is learned should be reinforced, learning situations should take account of individual differences in learning capacities and style and that new learning should take into account learners' present knowledge and attitudes.
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Identify and Discuss the Significance of Relevant Principles of Learning
Analyse In Detail How Two Principles of Learning Affect the Planning of Your Teaching
Discuss the Impact These Insights Have Had on Your Own Teaching
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"The main reason for choosing strategies such as presentations and group discussions is that they are an effective means of generating in depth discussions. This is an ideal way of taking into account learners' present knowledge and attitudes and using them as an effective teaching and learning resource. Oral strategies such as these signify validity, in that learners are encouraged to prepare and present findings in an environment similar to the workplace. Therefore, what is learned is capable of being successfully generalised from learning situation and related to personal experiences and issues. Such techniques also satisfy different learning needs and styles, being that some learners perform better in oral assessments than in written ones. "
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Principles of Theravada Buddhism, 2008.
A discussion of the basic principles of Theravada Buddhism.
1,500 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 49.95
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This paper outlines the basic principles of Theravada Buddhism. It discusses the Buddhist view of all life and being as existing on a continuum that connects in an unending cycle past, present and future. The paper also discusses such principles as the capability to free oneself from material and physical desires, which are said to undermine Buddhist enlightenment, the impermanence of human experience, and meditation as the key element of practice. The paper concludes with a description of the four noble truths, a logically founded organization of all the principles that the Buddha must abide by in the pursuit of meditative clarity.
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"The capability to free one's self from the material and physical desires which are said to undermine Buddhist enlightenment rests in part on disabusing one's self of the assumption of the Self. The Anatta doctrine illuminates the individual's essential nature as part of this flux rather than as a lone soul in search of contentment. Most commonly associated with the distortions of the Buddha principles forged by the impermanence of human experience, the Anatta speaks of a self which is shaped in the ego by the mundane--rather than divine--forces known as the Five Aggregates or the Pancakkhandha. Described as the form, feelings, perceptions, experiences and consciousness of the human being, these are the mundane pressures that may incline an individual to separate himself from the continuum. A consent to be distinguished as such may be seen as a fundamental obstruction to achieving the knowing bliss of Nirvana."
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The Morality of Nietzsche, 2005.
Examines the views of morality held by the philosopher, Friedrich Nietzsche.
3,350 words (approx. 13.4 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 95.95
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The philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche has been one of the most misunderstood and contorted value systems in history and what he considered to be a 'prelude to a philosophy of the future.' Nietzsche was a tragic and skeptical figure, as well as a narcissist. He was a desolate observer in the corner, 'trapped in his head,' watching the progression of humanity drive towards an apocalyptic nightmare. Using a multitude of original sources, this paper illustrates the thoughts of Friedrich Nietzsche and his view on ethics and morality.
Paper Outline
Prelude: Life and Attack upon Christianity
Epigrams and Interludes
The Will to Power
Conclusion
Works Cited
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"Kaufman notes that the best way in which one can define the ethical or moral code of Friedrich Nietzsche is that, "Such a code could not place restraint on the individual and would have to permit him to act on impulse." Nietzsche was deconstructing morality, as opposed to constructing. In fact, his entire argument against morality is that it has been constructed. Nonetheless, it appears to me that a moral code of Nietzsche would also entail the individual's inherent responsibility to sublimate impulses in order to overcome oneself at some point in the individual's life."
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