Essays and Research Papers on Theological Issues

This 6 page paper provides an overview of the Eucharist as it emerged in the Roman Catholic church over the centuries. Its history and meaning are discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 3 page paper explores the wondrous star biblically, astrologically and astronomically. The biblical account is compared with history and modern day astronomers' views. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at the precepts and history of Christianity. Several sects are explored. An explanation as to the difference between Protestantism and Roman Catholicism is provided. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 10 page history of Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) and the basis of its creation. Addresses the myth that A.A. is based on Christian precepts. Discounts this myth as being unfounded, pointing out that in reality the approach of the organization is based as much, if not more, on the occult than on Christianity. ...

An 8 page research paper that examines the life of Jesus as to how Jesus perfectly achieved what Carl Jung later called the process of individuation. The writer argues that long before psychologists examined the processes of individuation by which a person obtains a higher level of spiritual consciousness and individuality, a man whom ...

A 16 page paper which discusses various aspects of the Lord's Prayer. The paper discusses the history and importance of the prayer as well as the shape and focus of the prayer. One of the primary concepts examined are those which involve the line "lead us not into temptation." Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the nature of Martin Luther's theological orations and his use of language and metaphor and considers the argument that Martin Luther's sermons and speeches were one of the foundations from which modern Germanic languages have progressed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing the life and works of Martin Luther. A brief description of his early life is included followed by some of the most important occurrences in his life which led him to being the predominant historical figure he is today. He was a man who changed the face of ...

A 5 page discussion of the relationship of art and religion. Illuminates the role of Christianity in shaping the art of the Renaissance period in particular. Emphasizes that this relationship was not only positive in that the Church used its influence to restrict the types of art which was produced and also wielded ...

This 4 page paper looks at this book written by J Russell. The paper first considers the main themes of the book, and then goes on to summarise the contents and assess the reasons for the findings given in the book. The bibliography cites 1 source.

A 10 page review of "Heart of Flesh: A Feminist Spirituality for Women and Men" by Joan D. Chittister. The book documents the ostracism of women both from public policy and from the theological development of the western world and uses the work of other authors to substantiate Chittister's contentions. This ostracism has ...

A 3 page essay that offers advice and examples to a 16-year-old boy on how to describe his Christian walk. No bibliography is offered.

An 11 page paper. This essay identifies a global city, New York City and a community within that city, Jackson Heights in Queens, New York. The essay explains what global cities are and provides background on Jackson Heights. The essay explains what a holistic ministry is and how to begin establishing one and also discusses ...

A 3 page essay that discusses how Augustine perceived human beings. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 7 page paper. Following a brief introduction, this essay reports and discusses the different approaches that have been used in the quest for the historical Jesus. The essay then discusses the Christ of faith, Jesus as God. the writer also comments on the Hypostatic Union. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 7 page paper. The first part of this essay offers a synopsis of the book, focusing on the main points about the prophets, their nature and character. The second part of the essay discusses Heschel's writing. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

An 8 page paper that discusses specific topics from this document. The essay begins by discussing Tillard's Preface in a book and focuses on recognition. Other topics discussed in the essay include responses from some churches, the need for unity, the Eucharist, Apostolic faith and faith through the ages. Bibliography lists 4 sources. ...

This 8 page paper discusses the Catholic ritual of blessing oneself with holy water when entering and leaving church. The essay reports observations of actions and queries of participants. The ritual is discretely described along with the observed behaviors. The essay then turns to explaining the history and other facts regarding holy water itself ...

A 4 page paper. The essay explains what Jesus meant when He offered this Parable to the people. The essay also responds to other questions, specifically, what this parable means to today's young people and questions about this parable would relate to today's Catholics. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 20 page paper is an essay 10 page essay and a 12 slide PowerPoint presentation with speaker notes examining the possible views of Jesus concerning women, looking at evidence from the gospels in the context of the contemporary environment and attitude to women. The bibliography cites 19 sources.

An 8 page paper. The historical Jesus refers to the authenticity of the actual life of Jesus on earth. Did He really live? Was He a preacher and teacher? Many books have been written about this topic. This essay reports discussions and comments from one such book, “The Historical Jesus of the Gospels” by Craig ...

A 9 page essay that contrasts and compares the writing of 3 medieval theologians. At their most fundamental level, the writing of medieval theologians Thomas Aquinas, Bernard of Clairvaux and Saint Bonaventure are in agreement with each other in that they each perceive the relation between love and knowledge as being intrinsically intertwined and interconnected ...

A 5 page research paper which examines both sides of the issue of whether Paul actually wrote 1 Corinthians 14: 34-35 which prohibits women from taking an active part in the early Christian church. The writer favors the argument set forth by Kharises that these verses were not written by Paul and were actually an ...

A 2.5 page paper. The writer explains the two basic types of theological writing. Theological reflection, theological argument and Biblical exegesis, and constructive theological essay are explained. The writer also comments on the difference between theological writing and other types of writing. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page essay that contrasts and compares two articles that compares Jesus and Socrates. “Jesus and Socrates,” written by Bostick (1916), and “A Comparison of the Portrait of Jesus in the Gospels with the Portrait of Socrates in the Writing of Plato and Xenophon,” written by Bostick (1935), address the same topic and ...