The Bible, the Talmud, Christianity, and Judaism
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A 5 page paper which discusses many different elements of the Bible and the Talmud. The paper also discusses the definition of religion and then illustrates how it applies to Christianity and Judaism. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAbbltlmd.wps

The Book of Daniel:
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This 8 page paper provides a detailed analysis of the Book of Daniel. Specifically, this paper focuses upon the prophetic nature of Daniel, the prophecies that have come to pass, and the means by which Daniel attains this prophetic status. Paper also includes an outline. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: GSDaniel.rtf

The Book Of Leviticus: Ritual Sacrifice, Dietary Rules
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A 10 page paper that discusses sacrifices/offerings, rituals and dietary rules found in the Book of Leviticus. The five major themes in this Book are identified after which the five types of offerings or sacrifices are described. The type of elements used for the offering and the purpose of each is included. Three types of rituals are explained. Jewish dietary laws, or the Kashrut, are outlined. Since the Kashrut is so detailed, general rules are discussed. Examples are provided. The writer also discusses the possible reasons for these dietary rules. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: PGlevit.rtf

The Call Of Moses
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This 6 page paper discusses and explains the Call of Moses found in Exodus. Moses is introduced in a very concise and dramatic way and while there are years missing, we can say that Moses' life was divided into three 'forties': the first forty he spent as a prince in Pharaoh’s court, the second a shepherd in Midian, the third a king in Jeshurun. Moses was frightened when he saw the burning bush and heard his name called and he tried to avoid following the call of God by explaining how unqualified he was. The writer discusses the call from God and explains the disappointment and fear of Moses even later in his journey. The writer also discusses the fact that God, when He calls someone to complete a mission, has already prepared that person and this is true for Christians today as it was for Moses. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PGclmos.rtf

The Dangers of Religious Fundamentalism
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This 10 page paper explores the dangers of Christian, Islamic and Jewish fundamentalism and concludes that the three are virtually identical. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: HVDanFun.rtf

The Decline of the Jewish Family as Depicted in Jewish Literature
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A five page discussion of the insights into Jewish families that can be found in Michael Gold's "Jews Without Money" and Tony Kushner's "Angels in America". Both authors are Jewish but both present Jews in a slightly different light than might be expected. Both depict a move away from traditional Jewish morals and mores. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPjewFam.rtf

THE EFFECT OF THE EXODUS ON ISRAEL’S HISTORY
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This 7 page paper discusses the effects that the exodus from Egypt had on the Hebrews and the founding of the Jewish faith. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: MBisrex.rtf

The Essenes Analyzed
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This 5 page research paper examines the all-male Jewish communal group known as the Essenes. Specifically considered are the Essene ideas and the more extreme group which emerged from them at the Dead Sea, referring to the Dead Sea scrolls, including the book of Enoch, and how the Qumran group envisioned the end of history, and the role they played in it, if any. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Essenes.wps

The Function of the Messiah in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
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A 3 page consideration of the Messiah as taught by these three world religions. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PPrlgMessiah.rtf

The Golden Age Of Spain: Jewish History
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7 pages in length. Major changes occurred in the 11th century when the Umayyads steadily lost power as the Berbers rose in influence after capturing Cordoba in 1013 CE; the passing decades served as their barometer of progressing power. Cultural and commercial prominence became their focus as capitals and other cities were transformed into Meccas for the two very important elements. As these significant changes were taking place, one more addition would serve to establish an entire population as being both welcomed and honored: the Jews. Indeed, these individuals did not come empty-handed into their newfound environment; rather, they brought with them such important endowments as financial aptitude, politics, economic advisory, as well as a vast amount of humanities-related knowledge in the form of literature, academia and science. The blending of art, linguistics, philosophy, science and medicine rounded out a society that was heretofore underdeveloped in many of these areas. As such, the influence of so many learned Jews soon saw intellectuals and doctors alike holding some of the most important social/legal/political positions in the land. No bibliography.
Filename: TLCGldnAg.rtf