Roots of Religious Fundamentalism
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This 5 page paper talks about the concept in general, with a focus on the U.S. and Israel. Several explanations are explored. Topics such as globalization, spousal abuse and personality traits are included in context of this broad subject. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Role Of Abraham In Israel's History
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The history of Israel is one that combines religious, political and cultural aspects of a nation with roots in many different national and religious identities. This 8 page paper explores the relationship of the prophet Abraham to the history of Israel. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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The Influence of the Protestant Reformation on Europe
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A 5 page paper which discusses how the Protestant Reformation affected and influenced the social and political structure of Europe. The books utilized in presenting this information are 'The Western Heritage' by Donald Kagan, Steven Ozment, and Frank M. Turner and 'Sources of the Western Tradition' by Marvin Perry, Joseph R. Peden, and Theodore H. Von Laue. No additional sources cited. No additional sources cited.
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Women As Priests ?
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A 7 page paper on the controversial issue of womens' ordination. The writer is particularly concerned with the impact that mid-1990's statement made by Pope John Paul II had on the topic ('I declare that the church has no authority whatsoever to confer priestly ordination on women and that this judgment is to be definitively held by all the church's faithful'). The discussion continues with the views of other clergy, disparate opinions from different sects of the religion, and so forth. It is concluded that if there is truly some religious reason for barring women from the priesthood, it has not been effectively articulated as of yet and thus, women should be ordained--even though this will not be widely-accepted anytime soon. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
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A 10 page paper that explores the history of the conflict between Israel and Palestine. The causes of and the effects of religious conflicts between nations are both social and political. The conflicts are about authority, cultural practices, national boundaries, and personal sovereignty. The writer provides a brief historical timeline of events between 1922 and 1993 as well as the issues of conflict. For one thing, the very same sixty-square-acre piece of land is held sacred to both Jews and Muslims. Comments are offered on the peace process between these two nations. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Conducting 'Business by the Book'
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A 5 page paper discussing the superiority of Christian ethics and values in operation of daily business over that of either pure Jewish or Platonic principles. The Christian view is one that holds forgiveness in higher esteem either than Jewish or Platonic tradition, and is one that is more flexible than Jewish law or Plato's lengthy and sometimes circuitous rhetoric. Today's business is too fast-moving and straightforward to make full use of either historical law or extensive rhetoric. Christianity's emphasis on personal responsibility without condemnation of others and exhortation to coexist in peace with others also is a requirement of successful business today Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Pope John Paul II / His Influence
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An 8 page paper discussing the many involvements of Pope John Paul II. This pope is perhaps one of the most influential, from a global perspective, popes of all time. The main focus of the paper deals with the influence this pope has had upon the world, religion, and the individual people who are directly effected by the pope's actions. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Pjohnp.rtf

Venerabilem Fratrem Nostrum
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A 12 page paper discussing the papal bull, or letter, written by Pope Innocent III in the year 1202. A section discussing the life and times of Pope Innocent III is discussed. This is followed by a section which thoroughly discusses and illustrates the letter itself and the situation in which the letter revolved around. The paper finishes with a discussion about the influences and effects the letter has had on the Catholic church as well as the rest of the world. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Faith & Skepticism - The Dueling Ideas Behind the Reformation
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A 2 page paper that examines the two fundamental issues of philosophy and theology that were involved in the Reformation Period, the issues of faith and skepticism. Discussed are the introduction of Martin Luther's Protestant beliefs in 1517 and the era of new philosophical and theological thinking that followed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Religious Minorities in America
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This 6 page paper looks at religious minorities in America. The primary focus is on how such sects are portrayed by media. Catholicism, Santeria and Judaism are a few of the religions included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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