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11616. SIGMUND FREUD'S THEORY OF THE ORIGINS OF SACRIFICE. Knowledgeable discussion of Freud's theories of the ideal origins of sacrifice as a central rite in religion, based on Freud's reliance on anthropologist Robertson-Smith, and later writers Henninger, Hubert & Mauss, and Maccoby. 16p. 31f. 8b.
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11492. HOLY LISTENING BY MARGARET GUENTHER. Content analysis and review of this book in which a female priest brings an insightful, practical and uniquely feminine perspective to the topic of spiritual direction and the roles and duties of the spiritual director. 3p., 8f., 1b.
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11460. HASIDISM: ORIGINS AND HISTORY. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the origins and early history of Hasidism, a Jewish revival movement which exalted the sense of divinity and immanence in every moment of life. Covers Ba'al Shem and his actual and mythical roles, nature of early Hasidic communities and their revolutionary and anti-rational aspects, tension between Hasidic and Talmudic interpretations of Jewish life, leadership and written and spoken law in early Hasidism, influence of the Kotzker and Naham of Bratslav in illuminating other aspects of Hasidic thought and experience. KEYWORDS: jewish history hasidism hasidic communities. 15 pages, 38 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources.
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11446. THE INFLUENCE OF ST. AUGUSTINE. Summary of how and why St. Augustine remained the most influential Catholic thinker for over 1000 years after his death. Includes Pope Celestine I's championship of Augustine immediately after his death, role of Pope Gregory in establishing Augustinian synthesis, role of Augustinianism in the semipelagian heresy and eventual breakoff of Byzantine Church, influence of Augustine on such later movements as Thomism and Jansenism. 7p. 20f. 8b.
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11445. AUGUSTINE'S ENCHIRIDION. Summary of Augustine's arguments on the nature of Christ and the Trinity in his Enchiridion, which were subsequently adopted as the official dogma of the Catholic Church. Considers how Augustine came to and explained the tripartate nature of Christ, in comparison to the Pelagic and other heresies of the time. 8p. 21f. 3b.
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11443. THE NATURE OF THE EUCHARIST. Re-statement of the Medieval argument between Paschasius and Ratramnus on the nature of the Eucharist: mystery, miracle, or both, and why? Step-by-step summary and criticism of the Ratramnus' view that the Eucharist is only symbolically the blood and flesh of Christ, which is ultimately refuted by reference to Christ's Incarnation itself. 7p. 19f. 3b.
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11404. THE COUNCIL OF CHALCEDON. Brief summary of this doctrinal/political turning point in Church history in 451 AD, including the doctrinal and political situation created by previous events, conflict of bishops in Rome, Alexandria and Constantinople, role of Western and Eastern emperors, events and outcomes of the Council itself. 6p., 15f., 7b.
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11397. THE CATHOLIC CHURCH IN POLAND, 1979-1994. See Section 10F. 20p. 47f. 11b.
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11397. THE CATHOLIC CHURCH IN POLAND, 1979-1994. History of the Catholic church in Poland, covering most of the post-WWII period with a close focus on the period from 1979-94. Includes Wyszynski and early career of Karol Wojtyla, his election as Pope John Paul II, role of the Church under all periods of Communist regime, detailed history of Church maneuvers through the Solidarity/martial law period of 1980-83, Church role in the constitutional reforms of 1985, and how the Church became autocratic, demanding and voted down in 1989 elections and after. 20p. 47f. 11b.
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11256. LIBERATION THEOLOGY IN LATIN AMERICA. Argues that Latin American movement known as liberation theology in Roman Catholic Church offers new approaches to religious and political freedoms for residents. Brief history of movement, along with central themes of movement and relation to Marxism. 11p., 33f., 8b.
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11139. SCIENCE AND RELIGION: A CRITICAL SURVEY BY HOLMES ROLSTON Review of book which attempts to establish an interface between scientific and religious inquiry based n the similarities between scientific and religious method. KEYWORDS: science religion book review. 5 pages, 18 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source.
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11108. THE GOSPELS OF MATTHEW AND JOHN. A comparison of the synoptic, Jewish-derived book of Matthew with the mystical, other-worldly book of John; emphasizes the depiction of Jesus in the two gospels. 5p., 9f., 1b.
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11099. WILLIAM JAMES ON MYSTICISM. Looks at chapters 16 and 17 from James' Varieties of Religious Experience for their treatment of mysticism. Historical, religious and literary associations of mystical traditions are noted. 10p., 10f., 4b.
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11088. JEWISH CULTURE AND HISTORY- THE EXILE FROM ISRAEL TO THE PRESENT. Considers the roles of religion, society structure, and persecution in formation of culture. Discusses Jewish interaction with other cultures, detailing prejudice and persecution over the centuries, and the vital and dynamic Judaism in human history. 17p., 34f., 20b.
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11048. ARISTOTLE AND AQUINAS ON USURY (LOAN SHARKS). Discusses nature of usury in the agricultural age of Aristotle and Aquinas as contrasted to present concepts of investment and opportunity cost. Analyzes similarities and roots of Aristotle's and Aquinas' arguments against usury. 11p., 11f., 7b.
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$77
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11015. PARTICIPANT OBSERVATION IN RITUAL: THE ROMAN CATHOLIC MASS. Personal description of Mass by a non-Catholic linking literature to observation. Describes dramatic and narrative structure and meaning of the ritual and its implications. 5p., 10f., 5b.
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10698. PENANCE IN ROMAN CATHOLICISM. Looks at the sacrament of penance in the Roman Catholic faith. The origins, history, and significance of the act of repentance in confession are reviewed, and more liberal modern views on penance are noted. 11 pages, 14 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.
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10676. DIFFICULTIES IN SHIFTING FROM SPOKEN INDONESIAN TO SPOKEN ENGLISH. An extensive presentation of the obstacles found when learning to speak a foreign language, including the difficulties of auditory discrimination, sentence structure, gender attribution, pronouns, accent/stress placement, irregular verbs, and the informal grammar of spoken language. 10 pages, 25 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources.
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$70
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10673. JEWISH THEOLOGICAL REACTION TO THE HOLOCAUST. Can we still believe in God? Are Jews still the chosen race? Five major Jewish theologians discuss the impact of the Holocaust upon Judaism. The author concludes that the diversity of the theologians demonstrate that Jewish culture is too strong to be threatened by the Holocaust 7 pages, 0 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source.
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10623. THE DEPICTION OF WOMEN IN THE DIVINE COMEDY. Dante's depiction of women in the three books of his epic poem is described and analyzed. The combination of rheumatic and spiritualization inspiration in the person of Beatrice is noted. 11 pages, 13 footnotes in text, 5 bibliographic sources.
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10620. THEOLOGY AND MYTHOLOGY IN JOSEPH CAMBELL'S THE MASKS OF GOD. Looks at Cambell's attempt to create a natural history of mythology, contrasting his approach with the traditional theology of orthodox religion. Cambell's historical treatment of myth's as universal means of understanding the world is noted. 13p. 22f. 4b.
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$91
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10617. THE TRUE CHRISTIANITY. Looks at three kinds of Protestantism: Methodism, Fundamentalism, mainstream Protestantism, to see which resembles Christ's faith more closely. 5p. 4f., 1b.
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10607. THE MAIMED FISHER KING IN JOSEPHS CAMPBELL'S CREATIVE MYTHOLOGY. Looks at the Grail legend story of the wounded Fisher King in terms of Hindu, Christian, and medieval mythology. 8p., 9f., 1b.
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10599. ST. IGNATIUS ON THE CHOICES OF LIFE. Compares two passages of St. Ignatius' The Spiritual Exercises concerning the rejection of material goods and other distractions from the worship of God with ideas of Montaigne and Luther. Concludes that the three authors differ on the status of the individual and the infallibility of the church. 5p. 7f. b.
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10598. BUDDHIST AND CHRISTIAN VIEWS ON EGOCENTRISM. Compares and contrasts the reasons these religions find egocentrism negative and outlines the solutions offered by Thomas Merton and the Dalai Lama. 5p., 9f., 3b.
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10595. THE PROTESTANT REFORMATION: POLITICAL OR RELIGIOUS PHENOMENON? A brief synopsis of the status of Catholicism begins a discussion of the impact of the Protestant Reformation. The paper notes religious and political characteristics, and concludes that the nature of religion in society makes the Reformation both a political and religious event. 5 pages, 13 footnotes, 4 bibliographic sources.
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10536. CHRIST AND THE TRUE FAITH. Argues that the Roman Catholic Church is the true historical church and faith of Christianity. Examines the Gospel of Matthew and Thomas Merton's Seven Storey Mountain. 6p., 8f., 2b.
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$42
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10503. THE BOOK OF JOB. Examines God's motives in allowing job to suffer, looking at the arguments of Job's friends and Job's response to those arguments on light of the final confrontation with God. 6p., 9f., 1b.
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$42
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10472. THE CHURCH OF THE MONASTERY AT DAPHNI. The design, construction, and interior decoration of an important Middle Byzantine church are analyzed in detail. Greek and Constantinopolitan influences on the famous mosaics of the church are noted. 10p., 14f., 7b.
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10470. THE DOME OF ST. SOPHIA CATHEDRAL. The design, construction and decoration of the great central of the Hagia Sophia church in Istanbul are looked at from the perspective of a 6th Century builder. 5p., 9f., 4b.
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10468. THE ISRAELI-ARAB CONFLICT: RENEWED PROSPECTS FOR A HOLY WAR. Assesses the move towards Islamic fundamentalism among Arab citizens of Israel and the Palestinian Arabs in the occupied territories. Following a review of the Islamic fundamentalist position within the context of the Israeli-Arab conflict, the paper traces the rise of fundamentalist groups-- particularly Hamas --in the occupied territories. Looking at the Arab minority population within Israel, the analysis considers factors in Jewish-Islamic relations which have helped to encourage the development of fundamentalist sympathies. The paper concludes with assessment of rising Islamic fundamentalism in light of the current peace process. 15p., 37f., 34b.
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10450. HUMAN KIND, NATURE, AND THE DIVINE IN SHAKESPEARE'S KING LEAR, THE BOOK OF JOB, AND IN AESCHYLUS' PLAY PROMETHEUS BOUND. A literary discussion of human pride and impertinence in defying harmony of nature and the ethical order of the divine. 6p. 15f. 6b.
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$42
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10445. THE DIETARY LAWS OF THE JEWS. A detailed historical discussion of the evolution of Jewish dietary laws, their significance, and their effect on modern Judaism. 20p. 57f. 7b.
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$133
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10431. KINGSHIP AND RELIGION-ORIGINS AND NATURE OF THEIR ASSOCIATION. Ancient Middle Eastern and Greco-Roman views of kingship and its sacred component are described, and the evolution of the theory of divine rights of kings during the period of nationalism and absolutism in 15th-17th Century Europe is reviewed. 14p., 19f., 10b.
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$98
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10427. THE CATHOLIC CHURCH AND THE NICARAGUAN REVOLUTION. The development of Catholic radicalism was a startling change in a region where the Catholic Church had for centuries been a leading defender of the status quo. Motivational and historical factors leading to the emergence of radical positions, such as Liberation Theology, among Catholics in Nicaragua and other Latin American countries are examined. It is concluded that neither motivational theory nor historical trends can fully account for the decisions of individuals. 22p. 27f. 9b.
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10426. THE RISE OF DAVID LEVINSKY: PORTRAIT OF THE JEWISH IMMIGRANT. Examines the treatment of Jewish ethnicity in Cahan's 1917 novel ,and compares it with non-fiction accounts of the experience of ethnic Jewish immigrants in New York during the period of 1885-1930. Among the specific issues explored are ethnic identity, relations with other ethnic groups, degree of assimilation and acculturation, and intra-ethnic relations. 9p., 22f., 5b.
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10412. "ADAM, EVE AND THE SERPENT" BY ELAINE PAGELS: A BOOK REVIEW ABOUT EARLY CHRISTIANITY. The book argues that Christianity made significant breaks with Jewish and Roman traditions concerning divorce, the place of procreation, and devotion to the family. Christianity's appeal and consequent threat to established orders is discussed. 5p., 5f., 1b.
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10390. FIRST AND SECOND MACCABEES. A comparative analysis of the two of the apocryphal books as objective accounts of Jewish history; the origins, contents, style, 7.
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10370. A COMPARISON OF CHRISTIAN AND BUDDHIST VIEWS ON SALVATION. Compares two religions with respect to nature of God, role of man in universe, ethical/moral behavior, and path to salvation. 9p., 20f., 6b.
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$63
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10349. RELIGIOUS BELIEFS OF THE FRANKS AND THE ENGLISH. Compares the religious beliefs and practices of the 6th Century Franks with those of the English in Chaucer's day. Gregory of Tours and Chaucer are used as sources. 8p., 12f., 2b.
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$56
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10316. SOCIAL STRUCTURES AND SOCIALIZATION AMONG THE IK. Analysis of Colin Turnbull's anthropology study "The Mountain People," noting the disintegration of social structures, values and behaviors by starvation and sickness. 9p., 14f., 1b.
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$63
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10283. CRISIS AND STORY, AND SINAI AND ZION. Two works of Biblical exegesis are compared for their treatment of the Mount Sinai and Mount Zion myths. The views of Christian and Jewish scholars on Biblical history are contrasted. 10p., 14f., 2b.
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$70
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10263. THE CAROLINGIAN MONASTERY. Examines the reform and revival of the monastic orders under Charlemagne and his successors; the role of Benedict of Aniane, and the austere Benedictine rule in the later development of the Cluniac movement is noted. 5p., 12f., 7b.
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$35
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10234. JEWISH MYSTICISM OF THE MIDDLE AGES. The traditions and beliefs of the Jewish Kabbalah during the Middle Ages are examined. 5p., 9f., 6b.
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10223. BUDDHA AND JESUS AS RELIGIOUS EXEMPLARS. A comparison of the life and teaching of the two religious prophets; revolutionary aspects of both men's philosophies are pointed out. 5p., 6f., 3b.
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10213. THE TEMPLES OF JERUSALEM. History and description of the great Temples of Solomon and Herod in ancient Jerusalem. Focuses on the structure, ritual functions, and historical significance of the Temple as a symbol of Jewish monotheism. 11p., 25f., 6b.
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$77
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10197. A DISCUSSION OF THE ATTITUDES OF ISRAELIS LIVING IN THE U.S. Describes problems facing Israelis living in America; focus on feelings of guilt coupled with enjoyment of personal freedom, alternative lifestyles, and freedom from fear of war. 10p. 17f. 8b.
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$70
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10185. MEIR KAHANE: THE "DEMON OF THE JEWS." Report outlines career and beliefs of Meir Kahane, leader of the right-wing Kach Party in Israel and so-called Messianic terrorist who called for the expulsion of all Arabs from Israel and for violence as a means of combatting the Arab threat. 16p., 28f., 10b.
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$112
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10155. THE QUAKERS FROM 1656-1787. A detailed examination of the origins and development of The Society of Friends in colonial times. Quaker attitudes toward politics, slavery, native Americans, and women and the family are considered, and the impact of Quaker freedom of religion on American society is noted. 25p. 60f. 25b.
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$133
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10090. RELIGIOUS FAITH AND THE LIFESPAN. Examines the concept of religious faith as expressed across the human lifespan; theories of Freud, Jung, Erikson, Skinner and other psychologists are considered, and the differences in religious traditions on age and spiritual growth are noted. 20p., 34f., 23b.
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$133
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10069. JEWISH EXPERIENCE IN AMERICA: ORPHANED IN AMERICA BY PAUL COWAN. A review of a Jewish American's story of the rediscovery of his religious and ethnic roots in traditional Judaism. 10p. 15f. 1b.
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10018. THE MIRACLE STORY OF LAZARUS IN JOHN: 11. A brief execgetical analysis of the story of Jesus' raising of the dead man in the Book of John; emphasizes the unique aspects and spiritual character of a story not found in the other Gospels. 7p. 22f. 4b.
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10001. KIERKEGAARD AND CHRISTENDOM. An ethical analysis of the Danish existentialist philosopher's position with regard to the Church of Denmark and modern organized religion in general. Focuses on the Attack upon Christendom and selected other works. 5p. 13f. 7b.
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$35
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09954. CAPITAL PUNISHMENT AND THE CHURCH. Examines the religious arguments for and against capital punishment, in an effort to determine the validity of the various arguments and scriptural references. Takes the position that while the Biblical and theological arguments supporting the death penalty are legitimate in their own right, a more compelling case against capital punishment can be made from a careful consideration of the Christian position on the sanctity of life and the supreme authority of God in all such matters. 11p. 19f. 11b.
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09847. SARTE'S "ANTI-SEMITE AND JEW." Summary analysis of the French philosopher's monograph on the causes, scope, and effects of anti-semitism. Shows how Sartre reframes "The Jewish Problem" into the "Anti-Semite Problem" and attempts to find a solution through Marxist revolution. 7p., 17f., 1b.
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09828. PERSONAL LOSS AND SUFFERING: ONE ROAD TO "THE VOICE WITHIN". Takes the concepts of suffering and personal transformation found in Helen Luke's "The Voice Within: Love and Virtue in the Age of the Spirit," and relates them to specific life experiences (death of a beloved grandparent). 5p., 8f., 1b.
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09824. JEWS, GOD AND HISTORY BY MAX I. DIMONT. Review and analysis of Dimont's account of Jewish history. The presentation, style, and accuracy of the book are commended. The reviewer chastises Dimont for his tendency to direct sarcasm at other faiths. 9p. 8f. 1b.
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$63
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09802. THE SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY OF PARTICIPATION IN THE UNIFICATION CHURCH: THE BRAINWASHING CONTROVERSY. Thoughtful analysis of recruitment practices in the Unification Church (Moonies) which offers a deprivation-ideological and social reactivity model as an alternative to the brainwashing theory. Includes background analysis of the Unification Church's history, ideology and practices. 17p., 47f., 16b.
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$119
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09798. JACOB & MOSES: A COMPARISON. This paper compares and contrasts Jacob and Moses in terms of the position they held in relation to God, their role as the leader of the Israelites to a new homeland, and their association with the land of Egypt. 7 pages, 14 footnoes, 1 bibliographic source. 1,610 words.
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09785. SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE IN AMERICA. The origins and development of the First Amendment principle of a wall of separation between church and state are traced; numerous state establishments of religion in colonial America are noted, and the persistence of state laws and sectarian pressures for state religion in the 19th Century are described. 16p., 43f., 15b.
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$112
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09780. TWO CREATION MYTHS: BABYLONIAN AND CHRISTIAN. Compares and contrasts major and minor themes in the two myths with particular attention to the treatment of politics and political power. 8p., 12f., 2b.
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09772. MAN'S VISION OF GOD BY CHARLES HARTSHORNE. A conceptual analysis of Hartshorne's challenge to classical theism. Hartshorne's particular vision of God is examined in detail, including his notion of a God as a dualistic and developing entity. 10p. 21f. 6b. See Section 18D.
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09770. CHARLES HARTSHORNE. A look at the "rational theism" of the American process philosopher; Hartshorne's logical analysis of the six arguments for the existence of God is described, and his defense of the "religious" god against the god of classical theism noted. 10p. 24f. 5b.
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09763. REDACTION THEORY AND GENESIS 1-11. Applies redaction theory to the book of Genesis, examining the evidence that the first eleven chapters are in fact the product of different literary and cultural traditions, with later "redactors" joining them together to create the picture of a unified historical tradition. 5p. 7f. 5b.
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09759. JOSHUA'S MILITARY, RELIGIOUS AND POLITICAL ROLES IN THE TANAKH. Examines the role of Moses' hand-picked successor as soldier and successor in Joshua to see how the various depictions of his relationship with the Lord accord with his new role as Moses' successor. Considers in particular the military, economic and religious functions of the leadership of Israel that enable us to understand and interpret Joshua's role in the history of Israel. 8p. 14f. 1b.
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09756. DIVORCE AND REMARRIAGE IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH. The Church's views on the sacrament of holy matrimony are reviewed in this study. The biblical origins and the social history of the church's views on divorce and remarriage are examined in detail; 20th century doctrine and the procedures for the Church's marriage courts are also described. 15p. 18f. 6b.
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09628. LIBERATION THEOLOGY. A look at the political and religious implications of the Latin American Liberation Theology movement in the Catholic Church: focuses on Brazil and the recent debate over radical activism between the clergy and the authority of John Paul II and the Vatican. 11p., 15f., 10b.
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$77
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09609. PAUL ON HUSBAND AND WIFE: EPHESIANS 5: 21-33. A discussion and analysis of the Apostle Paul's views on marriage and the appropriate sex roles for men and women. 5p. 5f. 1b.
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09586. THE ROLE OF RELIGION IN POLITICS IN EARLY MODERN EUROPE. An essay which argues that between 1570 and 1648, the political struggle between the great nation-states of Europe was largely defined in religious terms. 6 pages, 10 footnotes in text, 3 bibliographic sources.
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$42
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09584. PIETY AND PROPHECY IN THE BOOK OF JONAH. An analysis of Jonah's role as a prophet and the extent to which his piety (or lack thereof) mitigated this role. 10p. 5f. 3b.
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09482. THE SECRET OF A SUCCESSFUL MARRIAGE: A CHRISTIAN PERSPECTIVE. The elements that comprise a successful Christian marriage are examined. Marriage as romance, friendship and sacrament are considered, and modern examples of married relations viewed. Takes the position that marriage is a fundamentally moral relationship. 19 pages, 26 footnotes, 12 bibliographic sources.
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$133
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09460. AUGUSTINE'S VIEW OF THE ROLE OF PREACHING IN THE LIFE OF A BISHOP. Drawing upon both scholarly opinion and Augustine's own religious works, analyzes Augustine's ambivalence about preaching and about the role of preaching in the bishop's office in particular. 12p. 24f. 11b.
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09450. SPIRITUAL DIMENSIONS IN THE ECCLESIASTICAL EXPRESSIONS AND IMAGES IN THE GOSPEL OF ST. JOHN. An analysis of the spiritual dimensions of the images and expressions relating to the idea of the Johannine community and the historical Church. 11 pages, 24 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources.
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09420. THE FAREWELL DISCOURSES OF JESUS: JOHN 13 TO 17. A thematic and literary analysis of John 13 through 17. Specifically considers the theme of departure, the theme of love within the community and hatred without, and the meaning of the Paraclete. 19p. 28f. 14b.
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09410. RITUAL OBSERVANCES AND PRACTICES OF THE JEWS. Considers the Jewish faith's emphasis on monotheism, monogamy and tribal unity, and specific Jewish ritual practices such as the observance of Passover, Rosh Hashanah, and Succoth. 5 pages, 5 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources.
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$35
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09378. THE ROLE OF RELIGION IN MACHIAVELLI'S CONCEPTION OF "THE PRINCE". Considers the role of religion and gaining and maintaining power as well as Machiavelli's attitude toward God and toward the Church as exemplified in his treatise. 5 pages, 24 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source.
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$35
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09224. WHAT JESUS CHRIST MEANS TO ME. An analysis showing how the meaning of Jesus's life on an historical, religious and personal level is related to His larger, personal significance for the author as a Catholic Christian. 9 pages, 12 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.
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$63
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09223. "SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL SEGREGATION OF CHINESE AND JAPANESE AMERICANS: 1960, 1970, 1980." Summary and review of this article from Sociology and Social Research which indicates that Chinese and Japanese Americans living in suburban areas are well integrated with their white neighbors. 4p. 0f. lb.
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09209. MY HOPES AND CONVICTIONS WITH REGARD TO THE HUMAN CONDITION. A personal view on religious belief and individual morality. Compares and contrasts these values against the major premises of Judaism, Christianity, Hinduism and Islam. 6p. lf. lb.
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09038. THE RELIGIOUS SIGNIFICANCE OF CHRISTMAS. The meaning of the Christmas holiday for the Christian tradition is discussed; origins in pagan myths are noted and the theology of the Nativity is briefly touched upon. 7p. 5f. 4b.
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$49
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08995. THE SYNOPTIC GOSPELS: AN INTRODUCTION BY KEITH F. NICKLE. This paper analyzes the purpose, scope and significance of Nickle's work which explores the historical and theological basis of the Gospels of Mark, Mathew and Luke. KEYWORDS: bible studies gospels mark mathew luke book review nonfiction. 5 pages, 7 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. 1,200 words.
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08994. LAY WOMEN IN THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH. This essay explores women's current opportunities for participation in the Church as well as the arguments for and against such participation. Argues that it is only through a part in the leadership process that women can achieve their full potential. KEYWORDS: catholic church women gender laywomen women priests deacons. 9 pages, 18 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources. 2,284 words.
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08993. MOTHER TERESA. A brief, informal biography of the crusading nun, enumerating several reasons why Mother Teresa could be considered any girl's heroine. 3p. 3f. 3b.
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08992. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEN AND WOMEN IN JUDAISM. The roles and responsibilities of men and women in the Jewish religious practices and history are examined. The origins of the patriarchy, sex distinctions in the mitzvot, and the teachings of the Talmud and modern Responsa are reviewed. KEYWORDS: jews jewish roles judaism gender jewish religious practice mitzvot women. 19 pages, 28 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources. 4,727 words.
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08984. FUNDAMENTALISM IN MODERN ISRAEL AND ITS LINK WITH ZIONISM; KOOK'S GUSH EMUNIN AND KAHANE'S KACH PARTY. Discusses political fundamentalism in modern-day Israel in terms of its link with early Zionist thinkers. Two different political groups are examined. 5p. 13f. 11b.
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08981. THE PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN OF PAT ROBERTSON. Profiles GOP presidential candidate Pat Robertson and assesses his chances for nomination. Covers the candidate's personal background and politics and profiles his campaign thus far. Concludes that Robertson is not likely to be elected. 8p. 14f. 15b.
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08975. FREUD AND RELIGION. Freud's views on religion and its influence on the psychological development of the race are examined. Concludes that Freud's antipathy to religion was grounded in his belief that it represented a largely negative and repressive force which had outlived its usefulness. 7p., 8f., 3b.
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08930. THE HOLOCAUST: ANTECEDENTS & EXPLANATIONS. Using Freud's Civilizations and its Discontent as a basis for analysis, this essay looks for possible explanations for the occurrence of the holocaust. Argues that it was a natural outgrowth of nationalism. 5p. 13f. 3b.
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08736. "CITY OF GOD" BY ST. AUGUSTINE. This brief essay examines the meaning and symbolism of Augustine’s “Godly City” and his “Earthly City” in terms of struggle to integrate religion and society. 6 pages, 7 footnotes in text, 1 bibliographic source.
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08677. RELIGION IN POLITICS. Analyzes the political influence of the new religious right, investigates Fundamentalism's attack on 'secular' humanism in the schools and Falwell's and Robertson's support of nuclear proliferation. 10p. 19f. 15b.
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08549. THREE AND FOUR NAIL CROSSES IN MEDIEVAL EUROPEAN ART. Examines the iconographic symbolism of four- and three-nail crosses (in depictions of Christ before and after the 13th century). Argues that the depiction of Christ changed primarily for practical reasons of conformity and realism. 10p. 8f. 6b.
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