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Scientology and Unity Religions, 2006.
A comparative analysis of how Scientology and Unity religions can impact the workplace.
2,487 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 75.95
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Religious discussion in the workplace can often provide new insight into our co-workers. The discussion of religion can bring new ideas to minds unfamiliar with certain concepts or it may provoke arguments among those devout within their own religion. This paper explores two of those religions' basic principles, that of Scientology and the Unity Church and their possible impact upon the workplace overall and those people involved.
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The Basics of Scientology
Scientology and the Workplace
Unity Church Basics
Unity Church in the Workplace
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"The Unity Church is said to have started in 1845, the year Mary Caroline Page was born. She was to become a schoolteacher who taught children the lessons of being good and spiritual. Changing her name to Myrtle, she eventually published a weekly magazine called Wee Wisdom. (http://www.unityonline.org/discover_hist-2.htm). Much of Unity's teaching and publishing is positive, practical Christianity. The Unity religion teaches the practical application in everyday life. They teach the principles of Truth taught and exemplified by Jesus Christ, as interpreted in the light of modern-day experience by Unity (School) and the Association of Unity Churches. " "
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Scientology, 2007.
An analysis of the basis of Scientology and whether it are considered a religion or a cult.
1,944 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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This paper discusses Scientology, with particular emphasis on examining whether Scientology can be considered a religion or should be considered a cult. The paper describes the background of the founding of Scientology by science fiction writer L. Ron Hubbard in 1954. It then goes on to describe some of the tenants of Scientology and its primary mission statement, as well as its dealings with various government and judicial bodies.
From the Paper
"The ongoing controversies involving the Church and its critics include all the emphasis placed on a man rather than a deity. This makes Scientology look more like a cult than a religion. In addition, there have been deaths among Scientologists and it is reported these deaths took place during especially intense auditing sessions. Because of the close-mouthed nature of the Church, no one has ever really been sure. Scientologists are supposed to try to stay with other scientologists, and the Church often engages in very high pressure techniques in an attempt to get more and more money. In addition to all these shady things, there is also some very real speculation and evidently evidence in writings that LRH actually started the religion because he felt it would be a good way to bolster his flagging science fiction career and so he used his imagination in a way that he knew would make money. Scientology seems like a way for people who want money to take advantage of people who are looking desperately for something to fill up some of the spiritual emptiness in their lives, and do not know that they do not need to pay to do so. For this reason, I strongly believe Scientology is not a religion but is rather a cult."
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Scientology, 2006.
An overview of the religious philosophy espoused by the Church of Scientology.
1,318 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper describes the core beliefs, fundamental tenets and central practices of Scientology. The paper also explains why Scientology is at odds with the field of psychiatry and some of the practices found most objectionable by non-Scientologists.
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"It is argued that the path of scientology is not easy to follow, as it requires that people become more responsible and ethical by forcing them to deal with personal issues the majority of people choose to bury or ignore. By its very definition, these facets of life are too uncomfortable for the average person to bear. The Church of Scientology (herein referred to as COS) believes that overcoming and dealing with these problems is possible if done in a scientifically reproducible way."
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Scientology, 2007.
A background description of the Church of Scientology and its founder L. Ron Hubbard.
4,456 words (approx. 17.8 pages), 20 sources, MLA, $ 116.95
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This paper analyzes Scientology and provides a background on its late founder L. Ron Hubbard. It describes Hubbard's 1950 publication "Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health" and how it became the foundation of Scientology. The paper describes the history and theology of the Church of Scientology and looks at what makes it so successful and appealing to people today.
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"The Church of Scientology is clearly part religion, part business. After visiting the Teaneck Missionary I became increasingly convinced of its brilliant business model. The sales representatives were attractive and well-dressed, forceful and just bordering on being pushy. They market their religion well through a range of free materials and introductory seminars. This serves two functions: to make the individual feel guilty and more prone to at least buying one of the Scientology books being sold in the reception area; and as a sales technique. The personality test sells the individual on the Scientology teachings, many of which happen to make sense on a cerebral level. Moreover, the Church of Scientology maintains an intricate and hierarchical network that closely resembles the corporate world. Scientology captures the spirit of capitalism and globalization, delivering its products and services worldwide."
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Scientology: Origins and Implications for Society, 2002.
This paper examines the religion of Scientology, its origins, its principles and public perceptions regarding the religion.
2,629 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper details the origins of the religion of Scientology, discusses its basic philosophy and principles and explains how this philosophy is different from, and yet similar to, both modern science and modern religions. The paper goes on to discuss some of the dangers and criticisms associated with the religion and cites some of the reasons people continue to be drawn to the practice of Scientology.
From the Paper
"Scientology was founded in the 1950s by science fiction author L. Ron Hubbard. The basis if the religion is to improve mental health and personal emotional well-being through scientific and spiritual principles. Scientology adheres to the notion that regular science has not been able to answer many of the questions that man has asked himself from time immemorial. Some of the most important of these unanswered questions are the questions of who we are as people, what we consist of, where we come from, where we are going, and what we are doing here on this planet ("Scientology: Its Background and Origins"). Since science has not been able to answer any of these questions with any degree of certainty or accuracy, it has been left up to mankind to find the answers to those questions through alternate methods. This is where scientology comes in."
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Scientology, 2007.
A review of the background and major religious and philosophical tenets of Scientology.
935 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper addresses the Church of Scientology as a social organization. It examines its critics and their claims. The paper begins with a brief introductory section with background information on the Church and its founder L. Ron Hubbard. It examines how the Church of Scientology evolved into the institution it is today. The paper then presents and analyzes the main religious and philosophical tenets of the religion.
From the Paper
"The tenets of Scientology are more practical than theological, and in many ways the ideology resembles a New Age self help program. Although the Church of Scientology claims that faith is unnecessary, practitioners are nevertheless expected to believe that Scientology teachings offer the only solutions to their worldly problems. The Church of Scientology disavows the benefits of psychological therapy or counseling outside of the Church because its views on the nature of human life differ significantly from that of the scientific establishment. The "auditing" process in Scientology resembles psychological counseling but is done so within the parameters of the religion. Auditing involves an established set of questions and auditors use an "electropsychometer," or E-meter to assess the practitioner's responses."
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Scientology and Unity Religions in the Workplace, 2006.
This paper discusses the beliefs of the Scientology and Unity Religions, and how they interact in a business environment.
2,487 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 75.95
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The author describes the basic tenets of belief of these two faiths according to their websites. The writer discusses how Scientologists behave towards a workplace environment, implying that its motives of helping a company's employees are really a backdrop for religious recruitment. The paper also shows how members of the Unity Church can sometimes find it difficult to be accepted among their colleagues, when topics of religion are discussed at the workplace.
From the Paper
"Acceptance amongst one's peers in the workplace means a great deal for many people. When an employee feels as though they are not accepted because of their religious beliefs, they may find themselves sitting at the lunch table alone, driving by themselves to a company outing, or to an off site meeting. This can make that person feel as though they are far less superior to their coworkers, which could cause their job performance to suffer."
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New Religious Movements, 2005.
Examines the rise of new religious movements in contemporary society.
1,930 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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The paper looks at the rising religious movements, organized and otherwise, in America today. It examines the problems in society which draw people to these movements. The paper looks at Islam, Scientology, Eastern religions and Evangelicalism, as well as several other religions and cults.
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"A second group, usually distinct from the devout Evangelicals is what is now considered "The Christian Right". While it tried to include more Southern religious groups, especially Baptists, the movement is spreading for two reasons: there is a determined effort to re-discover and examine the need for religious practice, and second, there is an opportunity for political power. Interestingly enough, prior to the use of the Trinity (Christian) Broadcasting Network, owned by Pat Robertson for strictly political agendas (he himself once tried to run for President as a Republican), there was no single religious political force. It began to be energized in the Reagan Years, under the theme of "the moral majority"."
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Religion Inc., 2002.
Examines the issue of religion as an profit-seeking institution rather than a spiritual community.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 53.95
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Six page essay examining how religion has become a money machine and much more like business than a spiritual community. Fund raising practices are examined as well as the government and religion connection. This essay examines Christian Churches, The Nation of Islam, Church of Scientology and The Unification Church.
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"Vanilla Sky ", 2002.
This paper looks closely at Cameron Crowe's 2001 film "Vanilla Sky" starring Tom Cruise.
1,921 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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This paper explores film "Vanilla Sky", making evaluations through personal opinion as well as through scholarly film criticism. The writer considers actor Tom Cruise's personal philosophy of Scientology, which the paper suggests is at the center of the work, along with other possible psychological and philosophical constructions that appear be a combination of waking and dreaming or conscious and unconscious realities.
From the Paper
"The film opens with a voice saying "Abre los ojos." Abre Los Ojos is the name of the 1997 Spanish film of which Vanilla Sky is a remake. The voice which speaks these words, recorded on David Aames, played by Tom Cruise, alarm clock, is that of Sophia, played by Penelope Cruz. Thus, the movie begins with the hero awakening from sleep, possibly a dream, into what seems to be reality. But is it? The first voice, saying open your eyes in Spanish and then in English, is not that of the woman who is in bed with Cruise. It is a woman, if we are expecting a linear plot, who Aames has not yet met. When the alarm speaks again, it does so with the voice of Julie, played by Cameron Diaz, the one currently sharing his bed. The viewer has moments when he's fairly sure he's watching the current reality, but as the film progresses he becomes less and less certain. As Roger Ebert says: "This is the kind of movie you don't want to analyze until you've seen it two times" (Ebert unpaged). For many viewers it will require uncountable screenings."
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