Abstract This essay is in the form of a letter from the Apostle Matthew to Paul. The letter cogently outlines Matthew's points of disagreement with Paul on issues of doctrine, practice and adherence to the laws according to the Old Testament.
From the Paper "Dear Paul,
"I have come upon your letter written to the people of Galatia and I am appalled that you take the laws of the Torah so lightly. You claim that you received a revelation from Jesus Christ and are; therefore, an apostle of Jesus. How then could you have misunderstood the reason for his existence here on earth? You have stated, "A man is not justified by observing the law, but by faith in Jesus Christ" and that "by observing the law no one will be justified." You are preaching this to Gentile Christians, telling them they are not required to obey the Law of Moses. You do this because you believe Jesus came to abolish the Jewish laws, while the opposite is true."
Abstract This paper discusses Matthew 20.20-28 on Christ's commentary on achieving greatness. The author refers to the parable that precedes Matthew 20.20-28.
From the Paper "This research provides an exegesis of Christ's commentary on achieving greatness as found in Matthew. The research will set forth the context in which this lesson appears and then critically discuss the significance and meanings of the events in the passage."
Abstract This paper describes the murder of Matthew Shepard, its background and repercussions, as portrayed in B. Loffreda's book "Losing Matthew Shepard." The reviewer first delves into the myths Loffreda presents surrounding gay populations outside of major urban centers. The paper then outlines the active homophobia in some rural areas, such as Wyoming, where the Shepard murder took place. The reviewer finds Loffreda's analysis to be extensive, since she was able to talk to many people in the town who otherwise avoided speaking to the media. Her investigation took place at the same time as the trial and other events related to the crime, making her ability to get answers from a shell-shocked public all the more remarkable.
From the Paper "Wyoming is a part of the country that sees itself as separated from the sort of tensions ascribed by the populace to places like New York City. Some may also see New York and Los Angeles as bastions of gay populations while trying to deny that there are any gay people at all in the hinterlands, though clearly there are. Shepard had jus recently joined a group at the university called the Lesbian Gay bisexual Transgender Association (LGBTA), and though this was the only gay organization on campus and in Laramie as a whole, its existence shows that there was a sizeable gay population in the area. Others in the group had been attacked, leading to a view that anti-gay feelings were pervasive and that these might have contributed to the death of Shepard."
Abstract It is the purpose of this paper to examine the teachings of each Matthew and to explore how each of them lived against the generally accepted principles of life within their time.
The author examines the economy in the wake of the 9/11 attacks, analyzing the impact of the attacks on consumer confidence, the stock market, and government spending. Strategies for fixing the damage, especially by government intervention, are evaluated.
4,000 words (approx. 16 pages), 5 sources, 2001, $ 108.95
Abstract This paper examines the effects on specific stock exchanges, their initial fall and their subsequent rise by considering basic economic background. The author indicates that understanding the effects of terrorism on the economy is complicated due to at least three reasons: The need to look at several different sectors of the economy; different economic models that weigh elements of society differently and the different ways conservative and progressive economists look at a problem.
From the paper:
"We may feel that there is something inappropriate in talking about economics in conjunction with the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, believing that instead of thinking of something that is in the end as unimportant as money we should be thinking about the larger issues of life and death and the purpose of human life."
The author examines the economy in the wake of the 9/11 attacks, analyzing the impact on consumer confidence, the stock market and government spending.
4,000 words (approx. 16 pages), 5 sources, 2001, $ 108.95
Abstract This paper examines the effects of terrorism on the economy. It explains that there are three reasons that make this task difficult: Several different sectors of the economy must be looked at, different economic models weigh different elements of society differently and economists have different views on what should be done to alleviate the problem.
From the paper:
"This paper looks at the effects of the terrorist attacks on some of the world's stock markets, which plunged in the first weeks after markets were reopened but have since regained most of their pre-Sept. 11 value. The lower levels of these stock markets are felt by some to reflect the lingering effects of the attacks; it is also possible that the lowered values of stock reflected on exchanges throughout the world are simply reflections of the current still-mild but prolonged recession. It is, of course, probably both: The terrorist attacks pushed teetering world economies down the slope of recession as they damaged consumer confidence sufficiently to cause a contraction in spending that has already been occurring due primarily) to rising unemployment."
Abstract A paper on the economic impact of the 09/11/01 tragedy. The paper explains that a global economy requires openness and speed, whereas increased security often entails putting up barriers and walls.
Abstract This paper looks at the development of the aviation industry from Leonardo da Vinci's sketches of fantastic flying machines to the Concorde flights. It looks at how the September 11, 2001, attack seriously impacted the airline and the tourism industries when the airplane was used as a tool to inflict damage and destruction on civilization intentionally and with great malice. It describes the emotional and financial effects on the aviation industry from production to security.
From the Paper "Reduced passenger volume on planes has seriously affected all dependent industries like the hospitality industry and the aircraft manufacture and servicing industry. Many small towns in America were seriously impacted when their main industry, aircraft manufacturing had to lay off workers. This was observed in Wichita, Kansas where bulk of aircraft industries was located. The town lost 14,000 jobs as a result of September 11 and the town lost billions in revenue and affected the city and town governments in the region. Cessna, an airplane manufacturer in Kansas was the last to announce layoffs and tried to hold on to its employees for as long as possible. Further cutting down of aircraft demand eventually forced the company to layoff workers."
This paper examines the four nation coalition, made up of Britain, U.S. France and Israel, and the mafia-like tactics used against the Arabs by these countries that resulted in the 9/11 terror attacks.
Abstract The writer of this paper asserts that the increased demand for oil in the West escalated the mafia-like tactics from Britain, Israel, U.S. and France which resulted in reprisal from Arab nations that culminated in the 9/11 terror attacks. This paper details historic incidents over the last 100 years, from the four nation coalition, that brought about mistreatment and prejudices towards Islamic nations in the Middle East. This paper also delves into the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian crisis. This paper contains two illustrative graphs that back the writer's claims. Topics covered in this report include: Introduction The Creation of the BUFI Mafia Loan Sharking Using Violence or Threats of Violence to Bully and Steal The Ability to Murder and Get Away With it An Unwillingness to Compete Without Monopoly-like Tactics Options Terrorist Responses Sayyid Qutb Escalation of Oil Consumption/Terrorist Activities 1968-2001 War on Terror Conclusion Sources Cited
From the Paper "Arab countries like Egypt, Iran and Iraq were on the receiving end of loans from the British Government with dire consequence for each. In the late 1800's Egypt had borrowed millions from both Britain and France, and, unable to pay it back, was transformed into a mandate of both Britain and France. Known as the Public Debt Commission, representatives from Britain and France took over Egypt's finances, and when King Isma'il tried to oust them, he himself was ousted and replaced with someone more friendly to this takeover. This helped Britain gain control of the Suez Canal, one of the most important waterways in the Middle East. Both Iran and Iraq sold Britain oil concessions in order to help stabilize their economies."
Abstract This paper examines the United States before the terrorist attacks of 9/11 and what has happened since. It discusses the issue of temporary security and essential freedoms. It explores the ramifications of The Patriot Act.
From the Paper "For many generations of people the history of their time is divided between before and after. Sometimes that divide is a joyous one. We can only dimly imagine what it was like to be a slave hearing about emancipation. Some of those ..."
Abstract This paper discusses the effects of the mass media on an individual's perception of reality during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The author reviews psychological and sociological factors resulting from the mass media's reporting of the initial impact of the attack and the constant replaying of the images on television. The paper includes a hypothesis about the effect of media influence, interpersonal communication, psychological processes and sociological processes on individual perceptions and presents the results of a survey on the topic.
From the Paper "...effects of mass media on perceptions of reality individual reactions to the September terrorist attacks in the United States. The terrorist attacks that occurred in the United States on September changed the outlook of millions of Americans."
Abstract In this article, the writer looks at U.S. relations with Saudi Arabia. The writer discusses relations both before and after the 9/11 terrorist attack. The background of the relationship and of radical Islam in Saudi Arabia are also discussed. The writer looks at the role of oil in this issue. The writer also examines related foreign policy perspectives.
From the Paper "Over the years both United States foreign policy and American public opinion have tended to identify some countries in the Arab Middle East as allies, while others were viewed as enemies. Egypt, once viewed as an enemy under Abdel Nasser, became an ally under Anwar Sadat and has remained generally viewed as an ally. Syria was regarded as an enemy for decades, as was Libya in the ..."
Abstract This paper discusses how America should use the former World Trade Center site to memorialize the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack. The author points out that this is a sensitive issue and is bound to generate controversy. The paper relates suggestions for the process by which the memorial design should be selected and notes that the feelings of an entire nation have to be taken into account.
From the Paper "Since the publication of the articles by Herbert Muschamp and Larry Silverstein, discussion has continued about how America should use the former World Trade Center site to memorialize the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack. This is a sensitive issue and was bound to generate controversy, for the feelings of an entire nation have to be taken into account. Herbert Muschamp, the architecture critic from the New York Times, expressed his belief that most of the designs "offer an excess of spectacle" and observed that, "everything here is wonderfully polished." He concluded that each finalist could be the winner in a dozen memorial competitions, but stated, "that is not really a compliment, is it?" (Muschamp) His critical views, mixed as they were with positive reactions ..."
Abstract This paper uses four articles that were written BEFORE September 11, 2001 to study why exactly the Taliban and other purveyors of Jihad found it necessary to attack the West, to attack the United States of America. The writer looks at such factors as anti-female sentiment, anti-Western feelings, overall desensitization to violence, and the need for a separate global identity. This essay tries to account for how and why terrorists did and do what it is that they do.
From the Paper "Watching those planes fly into buildings and a field that morning is something that will live in the minds of those who were alive that day for eternity. Crashes and jumpers and pleas for help from family members and emergency crews tugged at our heartstrings, and the video replays of these events still do tub at us. Even now, nearly four years later, we are still asking the same questions of why it happened or how it happened. Yet, if we look at some of the "experts'" views that were published beforehand, we might get both an idea of what went wrong long ago and why these acts were carried out."
Abstract This paper examines the far-reaching consequences of the September 11,2001 terrorist attack on America. The paper looks at the feelings of shock and disbelief shared by all Americans as well as how the intensity of the emotional and psychological reactions of Americans who lived in New York City or Washington D.C. tended to be more intense than the rest of the country because many of those living in New York or Washington D.C. knew some of the victims, had directly experienced the ferocity of the terrorist attacks, and were caught in the midst of the carnage unleashed.
