Neuhaus' "The Naked Public Square"
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A five page analysis of Richard J. Neuhaus' book decrying the secularization of the American political process. Neuhaus argues that the public square, which used to be the forum for the ethical and moral discourses of the entire community, is now empty and "naked" because there is no discussion taking place there. Bibliography lists two sources.
Filename: KBneuhau.wps

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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A 10 page paper reviewing journal articles discussing the disorder. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) has been thought to be rare until only recently, but it is estimated to hold at least 2 million hostages. Characterized by obsessive thoughts that drive the compulsion to act in a self-prescribed manner, the manifestations of the disorder are collectively seen as bizarre behavior. Drug therapy has been found to aid in overall therapy efforts and is most effective when combined with behavior therapy. OCD involves the basal ganglia that are also connected with other movement disorders, and it has been found to be genetically linked to Tourette's syndrome. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Obscomp.wps

Overbearing Religion in the Middle Ages
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A 5 page paper discussing the church involvement in daily life and political activity allowing the church ultimately to assume an importance in the lives of the people that left them no alternative but to live by the rules set forth by the church. Monks, priests, nuns and all others connected with church leadership were to be supported by the local community, and they were to be blindly obeyed as they possessed divine communication with God Himself, something not available – according to church teachings – to the common people. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KSchuMdlAge.rtf

Parable Of The Sower By Octavia E. Butler
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This 5 page paper focuses on Earthseed, the religion Lauren creates and preaches. The writer discusses why Lauren needs religious element in her life and the principles and ideas on which Earthseed is founded. The writer end by commenting on the potential success of Earthseed as a religion in today's world. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PGerthsd.rtf

Parents, the Law, Religion, and Medical Treatment
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A 5 page paper which examines whether or not parents should be forced by law to provide medical treatment for children regardless of religious beliefs. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RArlgmed.rtf

Paul's Relationship With the Corinthian Church:
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This 4 page paper discusses the beliefs of Paul versus those of the Corinthian Church. This paper highlights the disparities between the two and details the reasons for their differences. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: GSPaulcr.rtf

Physics & Religion
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A 5 page overview of the science of physics and its relation to religion. Addresses the question of whether or not physics is 'real' and its limitations. Emphasizes the works of Pythagoras who weaves an interesting blend of religion and the sciences. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Physrel.wps

Policy Options: Palestinian-Israeli Conflict
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5 pages in length. Arabs and Jews carry a lot of hatred and hurt from a history of war and terrorism. Although efforts have been made to quell this perpetual discord, it will be extremely difficult for the bitter combatants to embrace the simple concept of forgive and forget; realizing this, other policy options must be considered. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCIsrPalCon.rtf

Poverty Theories & The Church / Economic Justice For All ?
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A 4 page look at how the Church has criticized the government for putting politics before the welfare of children and their families. The involvement of specific religious leaders, the role of charity & justice, and the importance of taking a stronger stance on social reform are discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Povebibl.wps

Prayer in Schools
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of this heated argument. Both sides of the issue are adequately explored. The ACLU's position is explained. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA024pry.rtf

Priests and the Sexual Abuse of Children
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An 18 page address of the problem that is emerging in the Catholic Church. This paper explores the various theories that are being promoted to explain this abuse. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPrlgSexAb.rtf

Protecting Our Religious Freedom
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A 4 page paper which examines the problem of religious freedom and discusses how we can best protect those rights. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RArelfre.rtf

Puritan Belief in Relation to Nathaniel Hawthorne’s “Scarlet Letter”
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A 6 page discussion of the manner in which Puritan belief shaped Nathaniel Hawthorne’s “Scarlet Letter”. The author of this paper asserts that the Puritans have been instrumental throughout history in shaping many aspects of our society. This influence is reflected extensively in both the fictional and historical literature. Nathaniel Hawthorne's "The Scarlet Letter" is one of the most obvious reflections of Puritan belief. It is a story which has persevered through the ages, a story which will continue to persevere well into our future. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPpurScr.rtf

Recent Increases in Conservative and Fundamentalists Religious Groups: An Analysis
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A 4 page contention that "ecause of the dramatic move away from our conservative basis, because of the increase in prominence of groups that differ from that conservative basis, we have become more aware of the upswing in interest regarding conservative and fundamentalist religions". This contention is analyzed from a functionalists and a conflict
Filename: PPrlgFnd.rtf

Religion And Church Attendance
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This 9 page paper discusses three articles that appeared in the Journal of Contemporary Religion in 2002. The first article by Bruce, Praying Alone? Church-Going in Britain and the Putnam Thesis, spurred the responses of two other authors. This essay also discusses Robert Putnam's thesis regarding the decline in voluntary associations among the populous and the premise that declining church attendance is just another example of a general shift away from collective activity. Using the three articles, Putnam's article and book and other sources, the writer asserts this is too simplistic. There are many factors involved with lower church attendance. Social capital is also discussed. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: PGchatd.rtf

Religion and Homosexuality: Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam
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This is a 9 page paper discussing homosexuality and religion in regards to Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The policies and issues relating to homosexuality vary a great deal throughout different religions. While in some cases, specific references are difficult to find in ancient scriptures and holy text, other references such as in Islam’s Quran and Hadith, seem quite specific as to the opinion of homosexuality and what, if any, punishment should be given. The Jewish and Christian religions both have conservative divisions which forbid homosexual practice and homosexuals’ participation in rituals while at the same time they also have liberal or reformed divisions which recognize homosexuals in regards to equal rights and respect. Hinduism and Buddhism also have varied perspectives within their own religions as while some Hindu researchers cannot find specific references either way, others refer to the Kama Sutra and its devotion of an entire chapter to gay men. Most Buddhist divisions refer to the precepts of Right Conduct but with some differentiation as to the interpretation of “sexual misconduct”. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TJrelho1.rtf

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