Introduction Judaism, one of the world's oldest monotheistic religions, possesses a rich tapestry of history, beliefs, and practices that have evolved over thousands of years. Originating in the ancient Near East, Judaism has been foundational not only to its adherents but also to the development of Western religious thought. The religion is characterized by a unique covenantal relationship between the...
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A ritual is the performance of a ceremonial act prescribed by tradition. A ritual is a specific, observable mode of behaviour exhibited by all known societies (Encyclopaedia Britannica 2019). Christianity is a monotheistic religion that grew out of Judaism. There are many life cycle rituals that are included in the Christian faith, some of these rituals include; baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation,...
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If there is to be a dramatic change in taste after the consumption of miracle berries then it can be concluded that miracle berries do affect the way you taste things because of its ingredients and even possibly the way it was constructed. Introduction No doubt you’ve heard about a tonne of ancient superfoods claiming to work health miracles. But...
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The common concern for an Atheist is the overlaying question umbrellaed over all religious traditions, the question of God’s existence, respectively, God’s allowance in evil and suffering. Cancer, mental health disorder, evil in the form of murder or spite, sickness… If there is a God, an all loving God, then why are these a part of someone’s reality? Theology relies...
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Introduction Marriage is the union between a man and a woman, where the two become “one” through a great or sometimes divine bond. Regardless of culture and religion, marriages are significant to individuals as they usually mark a turning point in one’s life. Due to religion and culture, marriages are celebrated in various ways but usually include the performance of...
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Pope John Paul (then Karol Józef Wojtyla) was born on the 18th of May, 1920, in Wadowice, Poland. He was ordained a priest in 1946, became a bishop in 1958, an archbishop in 1964, cardinal in 1967 and in 1978 became the head of the Catholic church; pope. He was the first non-Italian pope in over 400 years. He retained...
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Judaism is identified as a monotheistic religion with the belief of only one God. Judaism was established during the time of Abraham the prophet, where the initial covenant, or promise, of God was given to the people of Judaism. It is the religion of the ancient Hebrews and their descendants, where their teachings also influenced those of Christianity and Islam....
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Introduction Paul of Tarsus, a pivotal figure in early Christianity, significantly shaped the theological and ethical framework of the nascent Christian community. His epistles, constituting a substantial portion of the New Testament, address various doctrinal and moral issues, including sexual ethics and the sacrament of baptism. Understanding Paul's contributions requires examining his Jewish heritage, Hellenistic influences, and the unique context...
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34-year-old Augustinian monk by the name of Martin Luther shocked the German Church in the 1500s by starting what is now called the reformation against the church. What he achieved during this campaign was very significant in the formation of the Christian church and our morals that we live by today. Therefore, we can say that Martin Luther rocked Christianity...
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Over centuries, Christianity has practised principal beliefs into their everyday lives. These beliefs are often drawn from both sacred texts and core ethical teachings. A majority of Christians share the major beliefs, however, there are degrees of difference of these beliefs and how they are lived out in their everyday lives. The many denominations of Christianity have different beliefs that...
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Abstract This paper will compare and contrast two different theologians by discussing how these two theologians do their theology and how they have contributed to the better understanding of Christology. This essay will make a critical assessment of the theologians, Jurgen Moltmann and Nicholas Thomas Wright who have been active in the 20th and 21st century. To better understand the...
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Beliefs and Traditions are inherited habits through specific Religions that are practised daily by their followers. A similarity between all Religions is that each have certain beliefs and traditions. Specific beliefs and traditions are passed down through generations. Through practicing traditions from a Christian perspective, Christians are able to focus on the figure of Jesus Christ and that their Religion...
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Introduction Much acclaimed and celebrated Afghan writer, Khalid Hosseni in one his works, the Kite Runner mentions “There are many children in Afghanistan, but little childhood” (Hosseini, 2011). A statement as such is years of honour and threat their generations had to encounter simply to flee their country to evade war. Ever since 1978, the Saur Revolution, the Soviet invasions...
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It all begins with letting go of distracting thoughts and emotions and create space for the world to become part of the mind, body, and soul. Enlightenment is achieved through meditation and realization which is the basis of Zen. To fully comprehend the practice of Zen Buddhism one needs to experience the process and not intellectualize the methods and teachings....
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Shinto religion is at the core of Japanese culture and history and is frequently a theme in Japanese film, manga, anime, and video games. In my essay I will focus on the portrayal of the theme Shinto in relation to Japanese Fantastic Fiction based on analysis of the anime Noragami: Stray God. This topic approaches to assert notions of Japanese...
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The total Jewish population was not capable to rise above and fight the substantial subjugation of Nazi Germany, as their Jewish faith psyche were destroyed by the Nazi’s violent acts. Additionally, average Jews lacked the training and resources, which was further fuelled by an inability to counter such oppression after a peaceful life in the Middle East, followed by a...
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There are many areas to Chinese culture, and the three paths of faith have played a large role leaving a great impact on their traditions, culture and society. Buddhism, Confucianism and Taoism have all brought beautiful paintings, art, sculptures and pottery. Many styles of Architecture were introduced including pagoda houses that have been designed from the influence of Buddhism. Buddhism...
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For Jewish people, the Covenant is an ever present and main belief that helps guide them into a harmonious life with God. It involves an agreement between God’s promise and human’s commitment. Deuteronomy 6:4-5 contains a daily prayer called the ‘Shema,’ which calls adherents to answer to God’s love with faithfulness, through human love and effort. It states for Jews...
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Introduction Early Islam produced many prominent female leaders who would inspire and influence their contemporaries. Among the earliest Muslim women, the most influential were Muhammad's women because of their closeness to the Holy Prophet. The Quran describes the women of Prophet Muhammad as the 'mother of believers'. Indeed, the autobiographies of the wives of the Prophet Muhammad are set of...
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Abstract In this paper, the author conducts a study on the Battles of Samaria and Aphek between Ben Hadad and Ahab. These battles, which were won by the underdog, Ahad, using less Soldiers and equipment, which was a miracle from God even though King Ahad was wicked and ignored God’s word, which showed showing God’s good grace and patience. The...
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Philosophy is the study of ultimacy through reason, there have been many influential Greek philosophers asking and trying to find answers to fundamental questions of human existence. A few of those philosophers include Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, to name a few. Specifically, Epicurus firmly argued over the Problem of Evil. The Problem of Evil is defined as a logical conflict...
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The objective of this paper is to focus on the current ecological issue of creating livable communities, and discuss one or more groups engaged with that issue, whose orientation can be linked with the notion of sacred nature. I shall not be focusing on certain groups linked with any traditional religion. Instead, my attention will be geared towards groups with...
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A church, in the Old Testament in Hebrew is Quatial and Eda which means a gathering and in the New Testament is a Greek word Ekklessia which also means a gathering. It was used to mean the calling out of people to gather to the discussion of public business. A church also means the people of God and the body...
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Buddha and Confucius’s ideas reshaped the mindsets of the world and added new scopes to universal concepts of ethics, justice and humanity. Write a well-developed argumentative essay of four to five paragraphs on either Buddha or Confucius and any other Western philosopher of your own choice. Kindly state whether you are pro or con any of the philosophers illustrating the...
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Sundiata: An Epic of Old Mali and Macbeth both provided readers with an inside look at how prophecies and the role of fate help determine the outcomes of one’s action. Alongside the prophecies exist magic and sorcery that further influence’s one’s decision to be good or evil. In Sundiata: An Epic of Old Mali, a king named Soumaoro abandons his...
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Introduction The legal landscape for Muslim women is a topic of considerable debate, characterized by complex intersections between religious tenets and contemporary legal frameworks. Often, the rights of Muslim women are perceived to be at odds with modern conceptions of gender equality. However, various legal systems across the world have sought to create a protective legal umbrella to address these...
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The objective of this study was to develop a sustainable model to enlarge missional involvement in the local church. This will include the strategizing and planning activities which could help the local church to implement the principles indicated in this study. As part of its introduction, this paper discussed the importance of dialoguing with other faiths as one component of...
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The Catholic Church has a long and sordid history behind it. While Christianity as a whole is meant to spread the good word of Jesus Christ and the Kingdom of God, the Catholic Church, while having good intentions, had its flaws and was just as vulnerable to corruption and extremism as any other institution. Sometimes, the Church turned to extreme...
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Introduction The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, commonly known as the Mormon Church, represents a distinctive Christian sect that has garnered significant attention since its inception in the early 19th century. Founded by Joseph Smith in 1830, the Mormon faith has evolved into a global religious movement with millions of adherents. While Mormons identify themselves as Christians, their...
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There are so many questions people have when it comes to faith. Questions that even lead people to give up on their faith. One of the most asked questions throughout history is “Why does God allow evil and suffering.” This is a question that stops people from even following God. There is so much evil and suffering throughout the world...
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