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Social Theory & The Future of Religion
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A 5 page paper that provides an overview of four of the fundamental arguments in William Swatos' collection of authors and works on social theory and religion in The Future of Religion. This paper relates four selected chapters to the premise of the book as a whole and the outcomes defined by Swatos. Bibliography lists no additional sources.
Filename: Relifutu.wps

Sociology's Approach To Understanding The Nature & Character Of Religion
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3 pages. The connection between sociology and religion is unmistakable; without question, these two elements of existence are distinctly intertwined within the framework of every global society. Indeed, without religious inclusion, which is truly a key component to contemporary living, the world as it is today would cease to exist. Sociology's approach to understanding the nature and character of religion begins as far back as the Stone Age and reaches as far forward as the Space Age, for there is not a single episode of life that has occurred without the presence of religion. The writer discusses these concepts as they are effectively addressed in Joel M. Charon's 'The Meaning of Sociology: A Reader.' No additional sources cited.
Filename: Natchar.doc

Socrates, Meet Matthew Fox.
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This 3 page paper explores the positions of two philosophers of radically different time periods: Socrates (c469-399-BC) and twentieth century, philosopher and theologian Matthex Fox. Anyone who wants to contemplate the nature of things - spiritual or worldly - needs to realize that there are times when one will be forced to act upon their convictions. Both of our 'spiritualists' thousands of years apart realized this. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: BBsomatt.doc

Solomon Schimmel's "The Seven Deadly Sins : Jewish, Christian, And Classical Reflections On Human Psychology"
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5 pages in length. In Solomon Schimmel's "The Seven Deadly Sins : Jewish, Christian, And Classical Reflections On Human Psychology," the author implies that plain and simple, a sin is an unethical act. What constitutes as being unethical is left for each religion to determine but for the most part, many deviant and offending social behaviors that are classified as sins are universal in nature. The writer discusses various interpretations of sin as they relate to Schimmel's insight. No additional sources cited.
Filename: TLC7sins.wps

Son of Man & Parousia
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A 3 page research paper/essay that discusses the Parousia, that is, the Second Coming, and how this connected to the phrase "Son of Man." Bibliography cites 2 sources.
Filename: khparman.rtf

SONNI ALI AND TIMBUKTU
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This 4-page paper discusses the rulership of Sonni Ali, the 15th century ruler of Songhay in West Africa. The paper discusses his invasion of Timbuktu, as well as his impact on the entire emplire. Also included is a brief discussion about the impact of Islam on the region at the time. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MTsonnia.rtf

SOTERIOLOGY IN THE SYNOPTIC GOSPELS
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This 15 page paper deals with the passion and death of Christ as exampled in the Gospel of Luke. The theme of redemption is discussed as examined by Thomas Aquinas and various scholars such as Kelly and Cessario. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: MBrelsot.rtf

Spain’s Morisco Revolt of 1568
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In twelve pages this paper examines how the Muslims (Moriscos) that remained in Spain after the Reconquest were forced to convert to Christianity, the Spanish threat posed by the Ottoman Turk Muslims during this period, the reaction of the Spanish crown, the events which culminated in the Morisco revolt (1568-1571), and the expulsion of Moriscos that occurred after the rebels were defeated. Six sources are listed in the bibliography.
Filename: TGmorspain.rtf

Spiritual Development of Children
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A 25 page research paper that discusses spiritual development, what is known about this topic and how this knowledge can be applied for the betterment of children and adolescents. The writer offers a discussion of the theoretical models of development proposed by Piaget, Kohlberg and Fowler. Bibliography lists 17 sources.
Filename: khspdeca.rtf

Spiritual Growth and Development: Experiential Learning Working With Teens at Risk
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A 16 page review of one Christians spiritual growth and development as it was impacted with her work combating the teenage drug culture in her community. Recounts her reflective observations as well as her concrete experience and active experimentation in designing a multifaceted youth program which emphasized the goals and objectives of Christianity through study of the scripture and classic literature. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPrlgGrw.wps