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A Review of "The Imitation of Christ", 2008.
A summary of and recommendation to read "The Imitation of Christ" by Thomas Kempis.
1,290 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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This book review strongly recommends Thomas Kempis' "The Imitation of Christ" and claims that it is a life-changing book for Christian readers. The paper summarizes the book and discusses some of the issues it addresses, such as self-assessment, resisting temptation and the willingness to change. The author concludes by stating that the book helped him to become more self-reflective and aware of the changes that need to be made in his life.
Table of Contents:
The Benefits of Reading "The Imitation of Christ"
The Importance of Self-Assessment
Resisting Temptation and the Willingness to Change
Personal Relationship to Christ
Putting God First and the Willingness to Change
From the Paper
"Throughout Kempis's meditations, the focus is on self-reflection and being willing to make changes when needed. The third book of Kempis's writings is different in that the disciple speaks and then the voice of Christ. One of the stories in the Old Testament is about Samuel hearing the voice of God. He is told to ask the Lord to speak to him. The second chapter in the III Book says, "Speak, therefore, Lord, for your servant listens. 'Thou hast the words of eternal life. Speak to me for the comfort of my soul and for the amendment of my life" (Kempis IIIii para. 7). When I read this, I asked myself if I was willing to listen. Am I willing to hear his voice? Sometimes we are so busy that we fail to hear his voice."
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Virgil's "Aeneid": Imitation or Plagiarization?, 2005.
This paper examines the more significant instances of literary imitation in Virgil's "Aeneid."
3,406 words (approx. 13.6 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 96.95
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This paper examines how "The Aeneid" is an entirely different poem in character than Homer's the "Iliad" and the "Odyssey" even though it seems to be constructed largely by the re-molding of Homeric materials. It looks at how, with the help of a list of many of the instances of "Virgilian imitation," it is possible to make some useful inferences about the way Virgil uses Homeric epic to create a unique tale of his own. It also considers why this is not plagiarism.
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"Homer deliberately begins with the situation in Ithaca, for "he meant his audience to picture clearly the ultimate destination towards which his hero would be struggling" (Otis 92). When Odysseus sets sail from Calypso's isle, he is at last on his homeward journey. Technically, it is from this point that Aeneas's voyage begins to parallel Odysseus's. But since Virgil does not use an introduction like that of the Odyssey (Books 1 - 4), we are given a different impression entirely: "it is... as though [Aeneas] has as little idea of his destination as we do; and this landing in Africa represents not a stage on his direct journey home, but a detour, a deflection from the straight line of duty" (Anderson 4)."
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Aristotle on Artistic Imitation, 2005.
This paper discusses Aristotle's positive view of artistic imitation and contrasts it with the scathing Platonic view.
1,635 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
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This paper explains that, in Aristotle's "Poetics", the great thinker disagrees with Plato on the inherent value of art especially in regard to the idea of art being a cheap imitation of nature. The author points out that, whereas Plato sees this as a major drawback to any art, Aristotle contends that there is much more involved in the process than the simple act of copying. The paper stresses that this Aristotelian view is the important link between Plato and critics, such as Sir Philip Sidney and Samuel Johnson, who came after him.
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"Aristotle further enhances his views on artistic imitation as he introduces the effective imitative form of the Tragedy (which happens to be suitable for literature as well as the stage). In his opinion, Tragedy is the highest form of literary imitation, as "it is, then, an imitation of a noble and complete action, having the proper magnitude." He says a bit later in Poetics that "the pleasure which the poet should afford is that which comes from pity and fear through imitation." This is the function of Tragedy; the pity and fear arise from certain incidents in which a character (neither totally good nor bad, as in reality) suffers a reversal and falls undeservedly into misfortune. The audience can relate to these events and become overtaken with human sympathy. Therefore, the imitation presented is surely true to life."
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"Imitation of Life", 2006.
An analysis of the reflective capacity of the four mothers featured in the film "Imitation of Life" by Sirk.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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This four page paper looks closely at Sirk's film entitled "Imitation of Life" and at four pertinent critical thinkers to compare the rational or critical thinking capacity of the four mothers and daughters featured in the film. The paper concludes that the four female characters are not truly able to reach a reflective capacity as they do not reason clearly.
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"Imitation of Life An imitation of life; the title succinctly states it all. The characters in this film are searching for the truth in their own lives, but have not been able to succeed in their feeble quests. Director Douglas Sirk directed many films which deal with the central issues of social isolation and repression, many of which containing racial overtones. Along with All That Heaven Allows, Imitation of Life is another 'women's movie,' centered upon the lives of females. In Sirk's film, four women attempt to break out of their cycles of imitating life, each in dramatically different ways. However, the women do not ultimately succeed because they find themselves unable to look at their lives with a true critical eye; they are incapable of rational analysis or critical thought. In the film of mothers and daughters, the viewer meets two mothers who lose contact with their daughters."
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John Owen and the Worship of God--A Review, 2007.
This paper reviews John Owen's work "A Brief Instruction in the Worship of God and Discipline of the Churches of the New Testament".
8,211 words (approx. 32.8 pages), 1 source, $ 175.95
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This paper reviews "A Brief Instruction in the Worship of God and Discipline of the Churches of the New Testament" in which John Owen attempts to explain the set-up of a Christian Church. Owen's work is presented in a question and answer format, which the review imitates by addressing each of Owen's questions and adding commentary. The reviewer also criticizes some of Owen's ideas, including his liberal outlook toward other sects of Christianity. The reviewer concludes by describing Owen's work as a catechism or explication of Christianity.
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"The first question that Owen poses is, "What doth God require of us in our dependence on him, that he may be glorified by us, and we accepted with him?" Owen's answer to this question is, "That we worship him in and by the ways of his own appointment." Owen believes that the worship of God is natural because of the nature of God and the nature of man. God's nature means that anyone who knows God must worship him. Furthermore, man was created so that he could honor God in the manner commanded by God."
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Life after Christ: A Summary of ?The Acts?, 2001.
This paper looks at the influence of Christ on the Apostles after Christ's resurrection.
1,020 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper is an in-depth exploration of the role of the Apostles after Christ's resurrection. The author details 'The Acts' and its teachings, which marked the beginning of Christianity. The Apostles' goals in the aftermath of Christ's death and resurrection and the roles they played in shaping the development of Christianity is examined in detail. Some of the topics discussed include the sins of the people, the life of Saul, who became Paul, and many of the issues surrounding Baptism and the occurrence of miracles.
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"As well the apostles are required to help the world understand the teachings of Christ and to encourage them to carry forward the word of the Lord themselves, that is, in order to be converted and Saved. To that end, Peter performs a miracle, and both he and John preach the word of God to the people; as a result, the people begin to sell their possessions and give their lives over to Christ. An enraged Jewish authority then arrest the apostles for their heresies about resurrection and their apparent threat to what the authorities would have felt was their own just and rightful leadership. The apostles proclaimed Christ to be the one true power, and though the authorities were swayed by their ?notable miracle? (4:16), they chose to contain their voices by commanding them not to speak, nor teach, the Word of the Lord. Of course, the apostles would return to their teachings in the temple, performing miracles, and would again face conflict with the authorities."
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Life after Christ: A Summary of ?The Acts?, 2001.
This paper looks at the influence of Christ on the Apostles after Christ's resurrection.
1,020 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper is an in-depth exploration of the role of the Apostles after Christ's resurrection. The author details 'The Acts' and its teachings, which marked the beginning of Christianity. The Apostles' goals in the aftermath of Christ's death and resurrection and the roles they played in shaping the development of Christianity is examined in detail. Some of the topics discussed include the sins of the people, the life of Saul, who became Paul, and many of the issues surrounding Baptism and the occurrence of miracles.
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"As well the apostles are required to help the world understand the teachings of Christ and to encourage them to carry forward the word of the Lord themselves, that is, in order to be converted and Saved. To that end, Peter performs a miracle, and both he and John preach the word of God to the people; as a result, the people begin to sell their possessions and give their lives over to Christ. An enraged Jewish authority then arrest the apostles for their heresies about resurrection and their apparent threat to what the authorities would have felt was their own just and rightful leadership. The apostles proclaimed Christ to be the one true power, and though the authorities were swayed by their ?notable miracle? (4:16), they chose to contain their voices by commanding them not to speak, nor teach, the Word of the Lord. Of course, the apostles would return to their teachings in the temple, performing miracles, and would again face conflict with the authorities."
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"The Cross of Christ", 2006.
This paper examines Stott's book, "The Cross of Christ" that explores the meaning behind the Cross and Christ's death.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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The paper maintains that Stott's book, "The Cross of Christ," is an important book. For those Christians who want to further explore the meaning behind the Cross and behind Christ's death, it is a thought-provoking resource. The paper explains how Stott makes a very good case for the Cross being more than simply important, but rather that it is a vital part of Christianity. Without the Cross, Stott argues that Christianity as we know it would not exist. The paper is of the opinion that after reading this book, it is difficult to argue with this perspective.
From the Paper
"John R. W. Stott takes the position that the Cross is essential to Christianity. He makes his convincing argument by dividing the discussion into four parts, discussing the Cross as a symbol, the need for forgiveness, the spiritual benefits that the Cross has provided to believers and finally, on the practical and earthly teachings that the Cross can offer. Stott does not have all the answers on the subject of Christ's Cross. However, the book is a thoughtful and complex study offering suggestions on the subject of the Cross upon which Christ died. The Cross is important, Stott states, because it performs more than the single function of being the method of execution favored by the Romans."
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The Nature of Christ in Relation to God, 2004.
This paper is a proposal to investigate the nature of Christ in relation to God from both a philosophical and theological perspective.
5,760 words (approx. 23.0 pages), 27 sources, MLA, $ 138.95
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This paper explains that there are several ambiguities presented in the metaphysical and the materialist approaches to understanding the universe. The author points out that the basis of Hartshorne?s arguments is blind faith, but his presentations are convincing, as he has considered ?time? and ?necessity? as important factors. The paper states that, through a doctrinal approach, the relation between God and the ?Nature of Christ? may be explained through the understanding that Christ is God himself or at least an extension of him in the form of flesh, and this specifically relates to all His (Christ) divine actions while He was on earth.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Review
Hartshorne?s Argument
Immanuel Kant?s Contradiction
Evidence from the Bible
The ?Nature of Christ?: Old and New Testaments
The Dualist Perspective
Descartes? Opinion
Ryle?s Opinion
H.H. Price?s Opinion
Hick?s Opinion
Statement of the Problem
Thesis
Scope
Key Words
Terms and their Meanings
Perspectives (Philosophical)
Perspectives (Theological)
Proposal
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"In Descartes dualist concept, the belief in the existence of the mind and body is essential. Based on this concept, Descartes was able to know where he stood; he knew then that he existed because he could think. Hence, he believed in the following that is popular in contemporary times ?cogito ergo sum? or ?we think, therefore we are?. Descartes apparently has had significant impact on concepts of life after death. However, he faced obstacles in certain explanations, and this is because he could not provide convincing explanation for the relationship between body and mind."
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Film: "Passion of Christ", 2008.
Reviews Mel Gibson's film "Passion of Christ" (2004), which was developed around verses from 'Isaiah 53' in the "New Testament".
895 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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The paper describes the way that the film, "Passion of Christ" starts with a painful prayer from Jesus Christ followed by his disciple Judas betraying him. The author believes that the tortures and beatings of Jesus Christ are shown so intensely that they disturb the viewer's emotions. The paper relates the film's slow, gloomy environment as Christ moves along the path to the Mount of Olives. The author thinks that the most outstanding feature of the film is the portrayal of the human nature of the Son of God, which is beautifully expressed throughout the different emotional incidents.
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About the Story
Characterization of People
Characterization of Time
Characterization of Town and Others
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"The entire movie moves along a single streak of time expect for the events of Jesus' life and his preaching remembered now and then .The sky, the sun and the moon are used to denote transition of time. Jesus Christ is caught on a gloomy night when he offers prayers to God to free him from the evil. Satan appears and signifies the start of evil. Mother Mary also feels that night to be strange and signifying something evil."
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?The Passion of the Christ?, 2004.
This paper contends that Mel Gibson?s film, ?The Passion of the Christ?, is essentially a passionless piece of filmmaking.
1,585 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 51.95
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This paper explains that some film critics point out some glaring historical and scriptural inaccuracies in ?The Passion of the Christ?; using Latin might have been an impressive and unusual screenwriting technique, but it lent only a false sense of historical accuracy to the film. The author points out that part of why ?The Passion of the Christ? is passionless is because Gibson does not endeavor to explain the teachings of Jesus or invoke any real sympathy for the man. The paper concludes that the film does deliver a poignantly visceral rendition of the Passion of Christ, even if it does not amount to filmmaking genius and reveals the mind of Mel more than the mind of God.
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"The cinematography of "The Passion of Christ" is stunning, and along with the acting, offers the film some saving grace. For instance, at the end of the film, after Jesus has been crucified, Mary holds the body of her dead son with Mary Magdalene at her side in a modern amalgamation of Pieta representations in painting and sculpture. The shot is one of the film?s most memorable and expertly composed, as if it were a study for a Michelangelo painting. Moreover, after the crucifixion, some brilliant camera work depicts the event as it would be viewed from heaven, in a swirling mass of color. This scene precedes a supposedly cosmic-inspired earthquake that destroys the Jewish Temple. Whether or not the earthquake actually did occur is irrelevant because Gibson was going for meaning and effect."
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Two Natures of Christ, 2002.
Explores how Jesus Christ was both human and divine in nature.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper explores and explains the two natures of Christ. Here, the term "two natures of Christ" refers to the fact that Christ was both divine, being the son of God and therefore holy, as well as being human.
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"Witness to Christ", 2004.
A review of the book, "Witness to Christ", by Dr. Stewart Custer.
870 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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This paper discusses Custer's biblically-based, scholarly work, "Witness to Christ". The paper explains that Dr. Custer?s purpose in writing this book is to bring the reader close to the message, the culture, and experiences of the 1st century church as recorded in the "Book of Acts". The paper deduces that the book, "Witness to Christ", is a refreshing work, faithful to orthodox and fundamental Christian faith.
From the Paper
"Many who undertake to write on spiritual matters do so with an eye to explain spiritual matters in a way that is acceptable to modern man. For these authors, Jesus was a great man, but not the son of God. For this group, the early church was a group of misguided and overly enthusiastic groupies who needed a political leader with divine attributes, and the record of Jesus contained in the New Testament is nothing more than the embellished stories which they told each other in order to find comfort in their political and social misery. Not so for Dr. Stewart Custer. Dr. Custer?s treatment of the Book of Acts in his book Witness to Christ is a biblically based scholarly work which expounds on the record while honoring the identity of Christ as the Son of God, and God the son. For bible students who want to get to know the historical context of the early church, while at the same time building an orthodox, fundamental understanding of both the bible and the early church, this book is a powerful addition to a personal library."
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Life after Christ: A Summary of ?The Acts?, 2001.
This paper looks at the influence of Christ on the Apostles.
1,020 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper is an in-depth exploration of the role of the Apostles after Christ's resurrection. The author details 'The Acts' and its teachings, which marked the beginning of Christianity. The Apostles' goals in the aftermath of Christ's death and resurrection and the roles they played in shaping the development of Christianity is examined in detail. Some of the topics discussed include the sins of the people, the life of Saul, who became Paul, and many of the issues surrounding Baptism and the occurrence of miracles.
From the Paper
"As well the apostles are required to help the world understand the teachings of Christ and to encourage them to carry forward the word of the Lord themselves, that is, in order to be converted and Saved. To that end, Peter performs a miracle, and both he and John preach the word of God to the people; as a result, the people begin to sell their possessions and give their lives over to Christ. An enraged Jewish authority then arrest the apostles for their heresies about resurrection and their apparent threat to what the authorities would have felt was their own just and rightful leadership. The apostles proclaimed Christ to be the one true power, and though the authorities were swayed by their ?notable miracle? (4:16), they chose to contain their voices by commanding them not to speak, nor teach, the Word of the Lord. Of course, the apostles would return to their teachings in the temple, performing miracles, and would again face conflict with the authorities."
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Mel Gibson's ?The Passion of the Christ?, 2004.
This paper discusses director Mel Gibson's movie, "The Passion of the Christ", concerned specifically and graphically with the details of the torture and death of Jesus.
890 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper explains that the violent nature of ?The Passion of the Christ? has created a great deal of controversy, but the movie has largely been seen as an accurate portrayal. The author points out that, in terms of New Testament studies, the movie's reach is limited because it contains a relatively restricted look at Jesus' teachings and because the movie has been criticized as anti-Semitic. The paper contends that, perhaps, the movie's greatest impact has been on the culture at large because it has increased interest in Christ's resurrection, and religious groups have taken this opportunity to use the movie for outreach.
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Introduction
Impact on New Testament Studies
Impact on Culture at Large
Conclusion
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"Gibson's movie has been criticized as being anti-Semitic in nature, an accusation that has an impact on New Testament studies as well as on larger culture. In the movie, Gibson decides to omit the line from John's gospel that shows Caiaphas' inner torment at sending Jesus to the cross. In omitting this line, it can be argued that Gibson's movie is anti-Semitic, as it clearly shows Pontius Pilate's inner conflict with his actions."
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