Religion and misery Essay with points to cover KS4 level Religion has caused more misery to all of mankind in every stage in every stage of human history than any other idea. To what extent do you agree
Choose something relating to our major and make an ethical argument that it is immoral for a Christian to make and spend an excess amount of money.
Ethical Test Case For the paper choose something relating to our major and make an ethical argument. As an accounting major, the topic is the morality of making money and becoming rich as a Christian. Argue that it is immoral for a Christian to make and spend an excess amount of money.
Write a full 4 pages of critical reflection on the presentation: what is your position on the issue of divine justice?
Divine Justice a) Watch a film entitled “God on Trial”: b) Write a full 4 pages of critical reflection on the presentation: what is your position on the issue of divine justice (you could use one of the arguments presented in the film)? How would you support your position? Are there any counterarguments? If so, […]
Explain in 1-2 pages how the situation, the choice of your modern Amos, the people addressed, and the message are analogous to biblical Amos, his situation, audience, and message.
Reflection paper #1: “Amos Applied” a) Imagine that Amos is alive in our time. What situation that you think your Amos would address? Who your Amos would be? Who the audience he/she address? What his/her message would be? b) Explain in 1-2 pages how the situation, the choice of your modern Amos, the people addressed, […]
Write a three-page paper about first-century Jewish Synagogues, focus more on theology than history, and should include things about Jesus Christ.
Jewish Synagogues Write a three-page paper about first-century Jewish Synagogues. This should focus more on theology than history, and should include things about Jesus Christ. There is no need to use quotes in this essay, but make sure to source the sources you use.
Choose and describe one of the four yoga. Describe, with examples, how this is a path to the Divine and leads a person to realization.
Discussion: Hinduism For the initial post, respond to only one of the following options: Option 1 Choose and describe one of the five (Brahman, Atman, Maya, Karma, Samsara, Moksha) key concepts from the Upanishads. Explain how this concept relates to any of the other four or to other expressions of Indian spirituality? Use a quote […]
In what ways does the Buddhist notion of dukkha challenge or affirm Western medical practice?
Discussion: Buddhism For the initial post, respond to only one of the following options: Option 1 For this option, address the following: Define Theravada and Mahayana forms of Buddhism. Describe the Arhat and the Bodhisattva and explain how each achieves the goal of nirvana. Examine how each ideal relates to one or more of the […]
Briefly describe your chosen theory as believed by the theorist. Defend your choice by discussing why this theory is the best explanation as to the origin of religions.
Discussion: The Study of Religion For the initial post, respond to only one of the following options: Option 1 Choose one (1) of the following psychological views on the origin of religion: Freud James Jung Then, address the following: Briefly describe your chosen theory as believed by the theorist. Defend your choice by discussing why […]
Explain how the etic and emic perspectives describe your own religion or a religion with which you are familiar.
Assignment: Understanding Religion Essay Choose only one (1) of the following two options: Option 1: Eight Characteristics of Religion In an essay, address the following: Identify and briefly describe the eight key characteristics of religion developed in your reading. Choose 2 for further explanation and include an example for each of your chosen characteristics as […]
Select two (2) of the following pairs and compare each of the terms as it is understood and practiced in the religious traditions of both Hinduism and Buddhism.
Assignment: Buddhist and Hindu Beliefs Comparison Essay Select two (2) of the following pairs and compare each of the terms (in that pair) as it is understood and practiced in the religious traditions of both Hinduism and Buddhism: Self/No-self Samsara/Nirvana Karma/Rebirth Include the following in your paper: Introduction that clearly states your central goal (brief) […]