Putting the words atheism and morality in the same sentence might raise an eyebrow or two. Many people believe that Atheists do not have morals because they do not believe in a god. I, however, disagree with that statement. Not researching the beliefs, or non-beliefs, of atheism causes assumption...

The bible states many different opinions and "facts" on predestination. I say "facts" because that is what one is led to believe that the bible teaches. In one area the bible says that a certain number was chosen at the start and that the number will neither increase nor decre...

Biblical Foundations for Small Group Ministry in the Church We live and move and function in the midst of a fallen world, but there is hope for a little slice of heaven right in our midst if we will pursue the model for community that God has given us in His word. The Bible portrays numerous ins...

POSSESSION STATES ACROSS THE WORLD: AN ANTHROPOLOGICAL APPROACH KEVIN RAFFERTY In western tradition many are reluctant to apply techniques and approaches as if the were embarrassed of passions, something that was in the medieval times. Micheal Harner emphasized on the exis...

There are so many religions in today's society, especially in the United States. One has a choice of being an Atheist, Baptist, Buddhist, Catholic, Hindu, Methodist, New Age, Pentecostal, or any other form of religious order of his/her preference. People lead spiritual lives and have their ow...

I seem to have a lot of the values that are dominant in the United States. I believe that our country has a very hard working attitude and I agree with that. I also think, however, that the United States has proved to be a very materialistic nation. Many tend to judge others by what they own ins...

The bitter rivalry between Fredrick II and Innocent IV caused them to disagree with anything that concerned either of them. Each party tried to debase the other through words and actions. In reaction to Fredrick II's deposition by Innocent IV, the banter between the two became increasingly more barb...

What is Western Civilization? Civilization grew out of a number of developments. The first was agriculture, which made it possible for humans to settle in permanent communities, inspired other technologies (like pottery to make storage containers), and made it possible for some people to cultivate...

Monotheism and its Discontents: An Analysis Gore Vidal's essay "Monotheism and its Discontents" brings about a topic I feel strongly about, and yet have never thoroughly thought about. I've always believed that our government has allowed too many religions to interfere with ...

What is Marriage Marriage is a socially recognized and approved union between two individuals of the opposite sex making them man and wife. It is a serious decision taken by a couple who feel that they love trust and have a mutual respect for each other to the extent that they promise to live tog...

It can be maintained that Christianity marked a departure from the values and belief structures of the Greco-Roman cultures to the extent that the first tended to emphasize the importance of expansive teaching and conversion of followers, monotheism and a separation of church and state, while the l...

There are many definitions of good and evil in this world as there are people. Some see evil as the unknown, some Catholics may view evil as pure sin, while others may think evil is the changing of one\'s destiny for any unethical purpose. To the good, those who take a side against them, thus being ...

Thine Eyes Behold a Power So Great Religion above all things has been a factor, and sometimes the most important factor, in everyone's daily life. Religion is everywhere, with no avoidance possible (unless of course you are a hermit in the Himalaya). And for some religion has even destroyed ...

During in the 1800's women were burned for possession of witchcraft and corruption by the "Devil". The Devil is a symbol of evil and humans belief that those who are evil are related to the Devil. Many religions use the "Devil" to make a common enemy for their cause. In my opin...

'A Room with a View' by E. M. Forster is an excellent novel that depicts various significant historical aspects that concerns the 20th century. The author skillfully conveys his message through his characters by emphasizing on their constant desire to travel, contradicting the individual...

"Religion does more to hide God than reveal God." I agree with Hauerwas when he stated: "Religion does more to hide God than reveal God." He makes this statement because in the Bible Matthew takes the approach that there is a lot of religious diversity in the world, and the only w...

1 Corinthians 10:31 The following passage from 1Corinthians 10:31 has several different areas that explain the meaning such as: The setting of the passage, the historical context and date of the writings, the major theological theme or themes, to whom the passage was historically written, th...

Gnostics & Orthodox Christians "It is not permitted for a woman to speak in the church, nor is it permitted for her to teach, nor baptize, nor to offer the eucharist, nor to claim for herself a share in any masculine function-least of all, in priestly office" (p.155). In the beginning of Ch...

Argument For the Right to Hold Organized Prayer In Schools The argument that has evolved around organized prayer in public schools has been prevalent over the past four decades. Beginning with the Engel vs. Vitale case in 1962 and carrying over with District of Abington Township vs. Schempp in...

The Downfall of Young Goodman Brown"Young Goodman Brown" by Nathaniel Hawthorn is an excellent short story telling of Young Goodman Brown's (the main character) religious trials and tribulations. If a person had seen the minister of a church playing poker at a neighbor's house, would he/she reconsi...

Religion has not only been a positive aspect to the world, but a negative one as well. Religion has brought together people that are completely different as well as torn them apart. People are united within a church because of religion. Other people are out on the battlefield fighting because of the...

The ideas of what constituted witchcraft, what made someone a witch, evolved over many centuries. Magic and magical operators were ubiquitous in the Graeco-Roman world, but when Christianity became the state religion, Christian theology introduced people to a particular view of Satan, and his...

Of all the things learned and decided in a person's life, the subject of religion is always considered the most important. This report very well, and probably will, upset some of the "Bible belt" Christians, who cannot seem to allow any thought or idea but there own, but it needs to b...

New England¡¯s Generation The Great Migration offered religious freedom to the Puritans and an economic enhancement to the English settlers. Due to such prospects, New England was considered to be a land of opportunity for newcomers who have always desired of the dreamland. During sevente...

Christianity and Islam are two of the respected religions, both of are choices made by individuals. So they are similar and stand differently with their beliefs, practices and even holidays. Christianity is known to man for more than 2000 years and there are many other religions, Islam is one of ...