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Pharisees, Essenes, & Sadducees / Second Temple Period
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A 9 page research paper on the emergence of the above sects from 44 B.C.E. to 70 A.D. The writer presents a comparison of these philosophies to the 'Jewish mind' or consciousness developed since biblical times and concludes with a comparison of these influences with today's Jewish consciousness. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: 2temple.rtf

Philippians 2:1-11
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An 8 page exegetical examination of this passage. The main idea behind Philippians 2:1-11 is that true followers of Jesus will strive to emulate him, who being God, nevertheless humbled himself, became human and sacrificed himself for others. Therefore, Christians, likewise, should live not just for themselves, but for others. The writer discusses the historical and cultural context. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: khphil2.rtf

Philippians 2:1-11
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A 10 page exegetical paper that examines Philippians 2:1-11. The modern world is generally considered to be in a state of turmoil. Constantly, the news is filled with the details of war, the clash of cultures in regions such as the Middle East, as well as violence within the heart of the nation's cities. Paul's Letter to the Philippians was written during times even more violent. Therefore, Paul's advice to the Philippians on how to weather adversity offers insights that can guide Christian life in the present. To gain from Paul's insight into the spiritual truths that can guide human behavior, this exegesis examines Philippians 2:1-11. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: khph2111.rtf

Physics & Religion
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A 5 page overview of the science of physics and its relation to religion. Addresses the question of whether or not physics is 'real' and its limitations. Emphasizes the works of Pythagoras who weaves an interesting blend of religion and the sciences. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Physrel.wps

Pierre Teilhard de Chardin: Christ in Evolution
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This 4 page paper examines the thinking of Teilhard and how he justified placing God/Christ within the boundaries of evolutionary science. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: HVChardn.rtf

Pilgrimage and Holy War
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This 6 page paper considers the attitudes and perceptions of pilgrimage and holy war, and how medieval attitudes contrast with contemporary ones. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: HVCrusad.rtf

Pinckaers’ Perspective on Christian Ethics
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A 5 page paper discussing a Catholic theologist’s views of the source of Christian ethics. In The Sources of Christian Ethics, Pinckaers consistently points to scripture and the Holy Spirit as filling the ultimate role of influence in building and maintaining strong moral and ethical foundations among individual believers. The author argues that the basis of the only moral code we need is contained within the Sermon on the Mount and the writings of St. Paul. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KSchriEthCath.rtf

Pipes and Lee/Family to Family
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A 7 page book review on how to improve Christian family life. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khftof.rtf

Pitzele/Scripture Windows
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A 5 page book review that analyzing the role and value of the dramatic arts in Peter Pitzelle's text Scripture Windows (1997). In this text, Pitzele outlines his method of using drama to enhance religious education and as a means to helping individuals to find the inner meaning of scriptural passage. Pitzele calls this process "Bibliodrama," and defines it as a "creative and expressive mode of biblical interpretation; it is kind of a dramatic play" (Pitzele 23). This examination of Pitzele's philosophy focuses on how this author sees drama as relating to religion and religious investigation, its role and its value. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khscrwin.rtf

Place Descriptions in Julia Neal's "The Kentucky Shakers"
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A 10 page paper which analyzes Julia Neal's use of place descriptions in her book "The Kentucky Shakers." Bibliography lists 4 additional sources.
Filename: RAjulneal.wps