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The Importance of Religion to Politics in India
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This 7 page paper addresses the significance of religion in India and why secularism is both desired but problematic. The caste system is discussed. The problem is looked at sociologically through the eyes of theorists like Durkheim and Marx. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA422Ind.rtf

The Importance of the Story of David and Goliath in the Unity of the Church
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This is a 5 page paper discussing the story of David and Goliath and its importance in the unity and teachings of the Church. The story of David and Goliath in the Old Testament (1 Samuel 17:4) is considered one of the central teachings in the Christian and Jewish religions. In addition to children enjoying the visual disparity between David and Goliath and the fact that David a small shepherd managed to beat a giant with a sling shot, the story itself provided unity at the time between the kingdoms of Judah and Israel, provided a consistent and basic truth about what the strength of God can accomplish and provides unity today in that it is still popular in the teachings of the Christian and Hebrew faiths. David was an ancestor of Christ which makes him a significant figure in addition to uniting the tribes of Israel, becoming King for forty years, and was considered responsible for writing the Book of Psalms. Researchers and scholars still study the life of David to try and understand the enormity of his defeating Goliath and his ongoing importance in the teaching of the basics of religious faith. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF TRANSNATIONAL RELIGIOUS GROUPS
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This 6 page paper discusses the importance of transnational religious groups in relation to the September 11th, 2001 attacks on the WTC and the Pentagon. Transnational ties, globalization of religous efforts and projections as to how this aided the United States in her recovery and current dealings with terrorism. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: MBtrans.rtf

The Impossibility of Peace in the Middle East: A Historical Perspective
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A 6 page discussion of the historical background for the quest for peace in the Middle East which has been the focus of world attention for generations. This paper asserts that from a Palestinian perspective this goal is simply unobtainable. Indeed, the impracticality of peace in the Middle East is demonstrated over and over again in history. The history of the region is one of violence and social strife, a history which is replete with conflict between religions and cultures. Unfortunately, these same frictions continue to exist today and they will continue to exist well into the future. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPpalest.rtf

The Indulgence Controversy
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This 8 page paper discusses the reasons Martin Luther posted his Disputation of Doctor Martin Luther on the Power and Efficacy of Indulgences. His 95 Theses concerned this very specific issue. This paper reports Luther's objections to this practice, how the practice came about, its purpose, the use of papal power, and the indulgence vendor that was the catalyst for Luther's Disputation, which was an invitation to discuss the theses he posted. The paper reports the Church's rationale for indulgences and their alleged source of authority in initiating indulgences. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PGindul95.rtf

The Influence of Buddhism in the West
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This 10 page paper examines the influence of Eastern religion in the west, with particular emphasis on buddhism. Hinduism is discussed as a secondary influence. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA607est.rtf

The Influence of Medieval Christianity on Art of the Time
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This 4 page paper looks at sculpture, architecture and painting of the Medieval Christian era and argues that the works are striking because of the influence of Christianity on the artists. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: HVMedCrs.rtf

The Influence of Native Beliefs on Modern Korea
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This 7 page paper looks at Korea and its embrace of religion, particularly native religious beliefs. The positive effects of Buddhism and Shamanism on modernity are duly noted but the paper argues that Confucianism has been detrimental to the development of Korea. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA148Kor.rtf

The Influence of Religion on Fine Art
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This 18 page paper explores the many roles of art through out the centuries, including that of teacher, recorder of history, and the definer of paradox - the ability to make a definitive visual statement about something that is difficult to define. A relationship is shown between the process of art and religion, as well as the influences religion might have on the process itself. What does 'tranquillity' or 'harmony' look like? How do I understand the creation? What do these things look like? So it would seem that there is a healthy relationship between these two factors of the human spirit, religion and art, or art and religion, which complement and assist each other. At least this seems like a healthy relationship until we reach the modern age. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: BBartrel.rtf

The Influence Of Religion On Voting
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This 10 page paper provides a brief synopsis of 16 articles that discuss the impact of religion on voting behaviors of Americans. Many discuss the outcome of the 2000 presidential election citing moral reasons, among others, for Gore's defeat. Most also comment on the effects of religion on party identification. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
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