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Psalm 137
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A 4 page exegetical examination of Psalm 137. The writer offers an overview of the Book of Psalms, a detailed analysis of the psalm that includes different opinions on translation, and conclusions as to meaning. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Psalm 19 verses 1-6.
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(10 pp) In reading the Psalms, it is helpful to keep in mind that they are example sof Hebrew poetry. They express the individual emotions of the poet, whether fear, doubt, tragedy, triumph, joy, or hope. God is always the central focus of these writings. Lyrical poetry uses "visual language" with images, symbols, figures, emotive vocabulary, and multiple meanings. Many of the psalmists were imaginative and creative, and regarded their artistry as crucial to the meaning of the content. Author's personal interpretation of text also included. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
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Psalm 37:19-24
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A 3 page essay that offers an overview of this passage. The writer argues, drawing from this passage, that there are times when individuals feel that there is "no justice" in the world. It seems as if the wicked prosper while righteous people suffer. Psalm 37:19-24 eloquently addresses this feeling and reassures the reader that there is divine justice. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khpsm37.rtf

Psalm 37:23-24 ExpositioN
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A 3 page paper that discusses this Psalm. The author writes an expostion, citing other verses to support the meanings. Bibliography lists 3 sources. 


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Psalm 5 Exegesis
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A 8 page paper. The essay begins with a general introduction to the Book of Psalms, commenting on the literary style and literary features, such as parallel lines, contrasts and repetitions with examples from Psalm 5. The writer explains one way in which the Book of Psalms has been divided and categorized. Since Psalm 5 is an individual prayer, the writer explains the common phrases usually found in individual prayers. The writer also comments on the theology that may be found in Psalms. The discussion specifically related to Psalm 5 includes examples of similarities and differences between and among five translations; the switch from an individual prayer to a community prayer; and the purposes of the different sections within Psalm 5. Finally, the writer comments on the applicability of this psalm in today's life. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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Psalm 54 Exegesis
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A 4 page paper. This essay explains the literary structure of this type of Psalm and its three major parts by verse numbers and which verses in the Psalm are directly representative of the structure. It also explains the events surrounding this plea from David and why David was confident that God would save him. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGpsm54.rtf

Psalms and Confucius on Sorrow and Comfort
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A 5 page essay that first examines the Book of Psalms and then the Analects of Confucius in order to ascertain how ancient peoples dealt with sorrow and found comfort. The writer then compares these two approaches. No additional sources cited.
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Pseudoscience and the Paranormal
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A 3 page discussion of the flawed approaches that are made by creationists and evolutionists alike. This paper revolves around the contrasting opinions presented in the online article "The Prophets Condemn the Common (False) Idea of Evolution" and the book "Pseudoscience and the Paranormal" by author Terence Hines. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Psychology & Religious Conversion
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A 25 page piece that postulates that not only are religions practicing conversions, but that the psychology profession must take a look at how that affects their business. Two case studies are provided which talk directly to the hypothesis, and an additional discussion makes the subject "real." Bibliography lists 19 sources.
Filename: Conversio.wps

Public Cemeteries
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A 28 page research paper that examines literature and discusses public cemeteries as an aspect of secular life, relate to the concept of the sacred. The writer argues that this is a particularly relevant area of discussion as there is evidence that the public mindset, in regards to the burial rituals, is currently evolving in new directions. There is also controversy in regards to the value of maintaining public cemeteries in the face of capitalistic concerns. In using the example of public cemeteries as an aspect of the sacred in secular life, this discussion will indicate how sociologists feel that the concept of the sacred functions within secular life, that is, its societal functions while contrasting it with the sacred within other social contexts. Bibliography lists 19 sources.
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