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Muslim Women, 2008.
An overview of women's progression in the Muslim environment and societies.
1,278 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper explores the genuine progress that has been made in the lives of women in Muslim societies during the past few decades. The paper provides a detailed analysis of the current status of women in Islam and of the Muslim faith, and assesses whether enough progress has been made toward improving the lives of women living in Islam and related areas.
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"Changes like this are dramatic given the patriarchal system in which Islamic women grow up in. Previous to the initiatives started in the mid 1970s, most Arab women remained for the most part "invisible" as many considered them non-intellectual and subservient to their partners. Movements including the "Decade for Women" launched by the UN helped encourage women to pursue education and establish themselves as intellectuals or intelligent women capable of performing and contributing at the local, national and international level. "
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Jesus and the Fishing Boat, 2008.
This paper discusses Jesus and the discovery of a 27-foot fishing boat dating back to the first century B.C., concentrating on the concept of the Sea of Galilee.
1,912 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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This research paper focuses on the 27-foot fishing boat from the first century BC found in the Sea of Galilee that is believed to be connected to the historical Jesus. The paper relates that the topic is linked to the ideas surrounding the historical Jesus, his life, activities, involvements, relationships, and view. The paper further relates that the information it contains also describes the artifact and looks at how and where it was discovered. The writer concludes that without the Sea of Galilee, used as an allegory in many of the parables of Jesus, these stories might have been much more difficult for the disciples to understand however, the references to the Sea of Galilee and specifically to the fishermen's trade lends comprehension to many of the sayings of Jesus, that otherwise would have been more difficult for the people of that time to discern and comprehend.
Outline:
Objective
Introduction
Was This The boat That Jesus Sat, Slept and Taught In?
The Fishing Economy & The Sea of Galilee
The Historical Jesus
Jesus was a Fisher of Men
Why the Sea of Galilee?
Summary & Conclusion
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"In many ways, the Sea of Galilee is centric to the life and story of the historical Jesus as he called several of his disciples from the shorelines of the Sea of Galilee and they followed him without question. The Sea of Galilee was an important part of the economy in this area of the world during the time that Jesus walked upon the earth and fishing was an important livelihood as well as being important insofar as the food market in this area of the world. Jesus used the symbolism of the fish in many of his teachings, parables and sermons. In fact, the Christian symbol known as the Ichthus is the symbol of a fish, and it is know that during time of Christian persecution following the life, crucifixion, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus that when two Christians would meet they would identify themselves one to the other by one tracing half of the fish symbol in the sand with his foot, and the other, if a Christian, would then trace the other half of the symbol in the sand with his foot thus completing the symbolic 'Ichthus' and both would know that they were in the company of another Christian and that it was safe to talk about Jesus and his ministry."
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Anti-Semitism, 2008.
An overview of the history and impact of anti-Semitism on the world.
1,952 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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This paper discusses how there is not period in history or place in the world where Jews were not at one time or another excluded from ordinary life and often barred from sustainable human existence, so much so that they were forced to move again and again to retain their lives and their identity. The paper also examines how this can even be said of modern times, when a great deal of the religious aspect of Jewishness has been abandoned for a more secular faith and existence, hence the need of the world to develop other aspects, than faith as an exclusionary tool, the biological root of anti-Semitism.
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"The popular belief in the dominance of the Jewish population in the film industry as well as in many other industries that dominate popular culture is essential to understanding the immigrant story. The United States truly became a hotbed of anti-Semitism when the immigration to the United States began to expand from traditional western European sources to large influxes of eastern European immigrants in the 1920s and 1930s as well as later, during the Nazi overtake of Germany and then later many European nations during WWII. (Brustein 1) Many people of other nationalities, and especially those of western European decent felt infringed upon by the movement of Eastern Europeans into the states and the old standards of anti-Semitism became the standard of the anti-immigration movement, as well as many defaming popular campaigns that openly spoke of the need for control and hatred of the Jews as a people, but not necessarily as a faith. "
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Emile Durkheim, 2008.
This paper discusses Emile Durkheim's beliefs about society and religion.
862 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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The paper relates that when Durkheim attempted to make society the origin of religion, rather than religion the origin of society, he made himself into a controversial figure. The paper is concerned about the decline in the study of the sociology of religion and asserts that it is difficult to disagree about the relevance of religion in today's world. The paper firmly believes that in order to better understand the dynamics that are taking place both in the U.S. and other countries, it is essential to have a better understanding of the two-way impact between religion and society.
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"In the Elementary Forms of the Religious Life, French sociologist Emile Durkheim studied the totetism of the Australian primitive clans. He recognized the social origin of religion and theorized that religion's purpose was to act as a means of solidarity and identification for societal members. Religion provided a meaning for life and strengthened the moral code and social values that were held in totality by those within a society. Although he considered himself an atheist, Durkheim saw religion as an essential aspect of the social system, in that it provided cohesiveness, social restraint, and meaning, as well as an additional source of relationships and communication and means for people to affirm their social norms."
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Power and Leadership, 2008.
This paper discusses the subjects of power and leadership as exemplified by three ancient texts: "Genesis", "Epic of Gilgamesh" and "Lysistrata".
3,133 words (approx. 12.5 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 91.95
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In this article, the writer notes that power and leadership are not exactly the same thing, of course, but they are inextricably interrelated for without power, effective leadership would not be possible and without leadership, power would be rendered useless. To help shed some light on these concepts from a modern perspective, this paper provides a review and analysis of three ancient texts, "Genesis", "Epic of Gilgamesh" and "Lysistrata" to better understand how they addressed the respective themes of leadership and power. A discussion concerning how leaders come to power, their responsibilities, real and symbolic, and what responsibilities citizens of a given society have in choosing leaders or in holding leaders accountable for their actions is followed by an analysis of the types of recourses available for citizens to use against tyranny and how these trends continue to impact the modern understanding of leadership. A summary of the research and salient findings are presented in the conclusion.
Outline:
Introduction
Review and Discussion
Background and Overview
How Leaders Come to Power
Real and Symbolic Responsibilities of Leaders
Responsibilities of the Citizenry in Choosing Leaders and Holding Them Accountable for Their Actions
Types of Recourses Available to Citizens to Use against Tyranny
Impact of These Trends on the Modern Understanding of Leadership
Conclusion
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"States do today in Iraq by simply declaring victory and bringing the troops home. In this regard, the Greek men may have had the power to wage war, but Lysistrata and her like-minded female counterparts were able to clearly demonstrate who possessed the real power in Athenian society by exercising in a fashion that was for the good of all.
"Such positive outcomes are not always associated with leaders, of course, but it would be reasonable to posit that one of the real responsibilities of leaders is to ensure the welfare and safety of those they lead, and this assessment is borne out time and again in Genesis (as heavily influenced by the Epic of Gilgamesh). More symbolic responsibilities of these early leaders including providing a heroic role model and inspiring their followers to endure the hardships that always seem to go hand in hand with achieving great deeds."
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Islam and Terrorism, 2008.
This paper explores the clash between Islamic and Western civilization.
873 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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The paper attempts to trace the fundamental differences between Islamic and Western civilizations. The paper examines the roots of the feeling of resentment and inferiority shared by most Muslims and sheds light on Islamic religion and mentality. The paper looks at terrorism in the Middle East and explains that despair and religious extremism commonly go hand in hand.
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"In order to understand the clash between the Islamic and the Western civilizations, it is important to trace the fundamental differences which separate these two cultures. The most pronounced discrepancy when trying to decode the ways of functioning of the two cultures results from the opposite perception of religion. The Islamic world is inclined toward more violent ways of manifesting their religious belief; nonetheless, this is linked to their feeling of being treated as inferior. The violent manifestation of belief is generated by a widespread perception that the Islamic religion is superior to any other religion, and must be treated as such. "
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Religions of East Asia, 2008.
An explanation of the different religions that have evolved from Eastern Asia.
783 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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This paper discusses the religions that emerged from Ancient China that shared a strong belief with Daoism, and are centered around philosophies glorifying the cosmos. The paper also includes some material regarding tales from Japan.
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"There are variations in early Chinese religious tales. Along with other verbal accounts like the Westerner Homer's The Iliad and The Odyssey and later Shinto tales from Japan, ancient Chinese dogma changed and evolved each time it was retold. These early religions also believed in the yin and the yang; different spirits living harmoniously together. Like Shinto, these religions also believed that their ancestors survived through each family's ancestral worship. The more attention paid to one's dead ancestors, the stronger those ancestors become through the memory of the living (Noss 264). The main creation myth of these collected tales concerns a square earth supported by the curved heavens. The devious god Gong Gong, also known as Kung Kung, knocked over one of the four pillars which held the earth level, (Noss 258). Nu Gua, a goddess, repaired the broken column, and therefore saved the earth. She is later said to have created man out of mud. Nu Gua spent much time meticulously creating some of her mud creations; others she formed carelessly. Pan Gu was also an important figure; according to myths he grew over ten feet daily. Early mythic figures of ancient Chinese legends were half-man, half-beasts, (Noss 264). These early sovereigns ruled over their kingdoms for thousands of years."
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Religion in Poetry, 2008.
An analysis of the spirituality in the poems of Anne Bradstreet and Edward Taylor.
999 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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The paper compares the poetry of Anne Bradstreet and Edward Taylor who both wrote from the Puritan orientation. The paper shows how both poets display in their poetry the fundamental values of deep faith and spirituality and a sincere and all-encompassing devotion to their religion. The paper also notes several differences between their works but concludes that their poems share at their root a melodious beauty that is almost unheard of in today's uncertain spiritual times.
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"Anne Bradstreet and Edward Taylor are both poets who wrote from the Puritan orientation. Both poets display in their poetry the fundamental values of deep faith and spirituality. An important difference is their gender. Bradstreet writes during a time where it was unheard of for women to engage in such activities. Furthermore, her poetry focuses not only on the purely religious, but also on her domestic life with her husband and children. Taylor on the other hand, tends to focus his poetry purely on the spiritual and the pious life, whereas Bradstreet relates normal human living with her spirituality. In doing this, however, she adheres very strongly to her own Puritan values, and marry these perfectly with her feelings regarding her husband, her children, and her art."
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An Analysis of Biblical Terms Used for Counseling, 2008.
A research paper examining the debate over secular, as opposed to religious, approaches to counseling.
4,744 words (approx. 19.0 pages), 28 sources, APA, $ 121.95
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This paper discusses examples of Biblical terms and their relationship to modern counseling concepts and terminology. The paper also takes into account the secular- religious debate. The central thesis that is explored in the paper is that Biblical terms can not only provide a useful tool for counseling in a social and cultural contact but that a study of these terms extends the understanding of counseling concepts and widens and enriches the area of discussion, research and application.
Outline:
Introduction
Research Methodology
Analysis
Healing
Discussion
Correlation with the terms wisdom and communication
Counsel
Discussion
Help
Summation and Conclusion
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"However a slightly different emphasis which relates to modern counseling is found in Isaiah 40:31. "Yet those who wait for the LORD Will gain new strength; They will mount up with wings like eagles, They will run and not get tired, They will walk and not become weary" . This refers to the enhancement of the ability to help others through the strength and wisdom provide by God. This aspect is more directly referred to in Romans 16 "That ye receive her in the Lord, as becometh saints, and that ye assist her in whatsoever business she hath need of you: for she hath been a succourer of many, and of myself also. This tendency towards helping others is dependent on God and the physical and spiritual assistance an insight that He provides.
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Universal Human Rights, 2008.
Argues that the Bible cannot be used as a substitute for a declaration of universal human rights.
1,250 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper explains that it is necessary to have a universal declaration of human rights to which all countries must refer because the Bible is not enough to enforce these rights. The paper relates that even if the Bible did teach about universal human rights, it would not be a persuasive document for many of the world's countries because there are very few purely religious states. Furthermore, the majority of the world's people are not Christian. In addition, the Bible itself is very murky on several human rights issues. Next, in order to establish why the Bible cannot substitute for a universal declaration of human rights, the paper provides an explanation of what such a universal declaration would actually mean. The paper explains that the tenets that would comprise the universal declaration of human rights are not necessarily espoused by the Bible.
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"In addition, many human rights activists believe that the death penalty is a de facto violation of human rights, regardless of the guilt or innocence of the person to be executed and the nature of the crime committed by that person. However, the Bible clearly endorses the application of the death penalty. Moreover, the Bible endorses the use of the death penalty in areas where most of the modern world has determined its use to be inappropriate. Amaziah executed his father's assassins, and the Bible described him as doing "what was right in the eyes of the LORD.""
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Women, Islam, and Human Rights, 2008.
This paper argues that women who are practicing Muslims need to become interested in civil rights because they are in the best position to effect change in Muslim society.
907 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 32.95
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This paper begins with a look at the oppressive treatment of women in Mulsim societies and how this oppressive treatment took root. The paper then points out how Muslim women who recognize the civil rights abuses under many current Islamist regimes, remove themselves from Muslim society, which makes them unable to affect other Muslims. Consequently, these women cannot necessarily effect a change within Muslim society. The paper argues that women who are practicing Muslims are precisely the people who need to become interested in civil rights. In fact, women in Islam need to work for human rights, before there are no Muslim women left who believe in human rights. The paper concludes that by refusing to stand up to the unjust deprivation of their basic human freedoms, Muslim women are allowing people to corrupt their religion. Therefore, the preservation of Islam is the strongest argument for Muslim women working for Human Rights.
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"First, it is important to note that, in its purest form, Islam may be the least-sexist of the world's major religions. Even the hijab, which is seen by many Westerners as a sign of anti-female oppression, was not initially intended as a means of suppressing women. On the contrary, the hijab was seen as a temporary solution to an increase in anti-female violence, meant as a stop-gap measure until men gained the appropriate self-control. However, cultural norms interfered. Like all cultures, Muslim culture sprang from a background of sexism. Purist ideals that were meant to elevate women to the status of equal were twisted and perverted to be used as a means of suppressing women. In fact, women faced a serious problem; because the subjugation of women was so intertwined into daily practice and absorbed into the religion, to question the role of women in Muslim society was oftentimes seen as questioning the existence of Allah. Therefore, many women suffered silently, internalizing Islam's negative teachings about women."
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Islamic Finance, 2008.
This paper describes Islamic financing law and how it differs from regular Western financing law.
3,265 words (approx. 13.1 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 93.95
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This paper explains that the bedrock of Islamic finance is that all forms of interest are considered forbidden known as haram and its financial model works on the basis of risk sharing. The paper further explains that, under Islamic banking, the customer and the bank agree to share the risk of any investment and divide the profits between them. The paper then describes the primary categories within the Islamic finance: ijara, ijaa-va-iqtina, mudraba, murabaha and mushraka. The paper also explains how Islamic finance differs from regular finance and explains how Islamic finance works.
Table of Contents:
What is Islamic Finance
How Is Islamic Finance Different from Regular Finance and Why
How Does Islamic Finance Work: The Types Of Investments Available And How They Work
Working Principles of Islamic Finance
Types of Investment Available and How They Work
Institutions Offering Islamic Finance Products
International Wholesale Islamic Banking and Insurance Providers
Exhibit: Islamic Financing Form
Exhibit: Name of the Institution
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"It is a fact that finance is considered as a huge restraint on development in major regions of the Third World. Sometimes there is lack of sufficient money available to fund important projects and the price of loanable funds is normally high, showing the paucity of savings. In low-income economies, it is hardly a surprise that savings rates are small, as most disposable income is needed to be used for making purchases of necessities of daily living, and a lot of families just cannot bear to make financial provisioning for the future, although this makes them insecure and helpless."
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The Koran, 2008.
This paper discusses the way that the Koran views women and how they should be treated.
950 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper relates that, until the Koran, women in the Arabic world were regarded as sexual and not human beings. The paper then explains that the Koran gave women the basic rights that their husbands always enjoyed, such as the right to some inheritance, to have possessions of their own, to get an education and to divorce. The paper also points out that the Koran emphasizes the importance of women as mothers, wives and daughters. The paper stresses that, according to the Koran, where women and men believers are seen as equals in God's world, men are expected to treat women righteously.
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"It is true that polygamy was allowed by the Koran, but one has to envision it in the frame of a world divided by tribal fights and, after Islam, by fights to conquer new territories and to protect their own. Women needed protectors in a world where there were few chances of survival without them and the only way to have one was by marriage. The Prophet himself married several of his wives only by political means, to create alliances, or to protect the women left with children and no man to support them."
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John Wesley and the Christian Gospel, 2008.
An examination of Sermon 39, given by Evangelist John Wesley.
983 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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This paper examines Sermon 39, given by evangelist John Wesley on the "Catholic" and "spirit" of Christianity. The paper explains that, in his sermon, Wesley openly acknowledged that there were certain opinions professing Christians differed upon, even though all Christians believed they were participants in the same tradition. The paper then points out that Wesley acknowledges the ability of true Christians to differ on aspects of opinion and doctrine. The paper also explains that Wesley stated in his sermon that Christians could have legitimate differences of opinion regarding the nature of church governance, although all Christians, he believed, must acknowledge the need to participate in a church community. The paper then looks at how Wesley believes in the value of the practice of infant baptism but urged a listener of a different doctrinal persuasion to follow according to conscience. In conclusion, the paper shows that all affirmations of Christian love are the underlying ideals of Wesley's philosophy. The church must be governed, in his view, according to a set of rules and structured around certain opinions, which Wesley thinks is better than the entirely spontaneous and free method of running services, but this specificity must not be used as a way of alienating other Christians, or for the purpose of invalidating the Christian sincerity of others.
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" Wesley, in keeping with the Episcopal apostolic view, believed in the virtue of drinking wine, and eating of bread during service in replication of the Lord's actions, while noting that other Christians disputed the taking of spirits in replication of the Last Supper or observing Mass. But church government, infant baptism, directed versus spontaneous prayer, and the taking of the Host were ultimately "smaller points" and should not interfere with the unity of Christian mission and love (II.2). No opinion, however dearly held, should act as a barrier between Christians in their quest for loving unity."
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Islam and Violence, 2008.
Argues that radical Islam is violent but the Islamic faith is not.
2,049 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 64.95
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This paper discusses how the threat of terrorism is constant in the modern world and has introduced many new beliefs, correct and false, into the collective conscience of the citizens of the world. Among these is the assertion that Islam is violent, and as such, poses a threat to world peace. This paper makes this critical distinction and proves that Islam is not violent, and only becomes so when it is polluted with extremist mindsets and false interpretations of ancient Islamic texts and tenets.
Abstract/Thesis
The 3 Dimensions of Islam
Islam Goes Radical
What True Islam Means to the Faithful
Conclusion
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"The term Islam itself is used by so many people with so much regularity, but in reality, very few people realize what the term itself means, not only in its literal translation but also for what it represents as a dimension of the Islamic faith. Literally translated, Islam means "submission", coming from the same root as the Arabic word "salaam", which means "peace". As such, the religion of Islam teaches that in order to achieve true peace of mind and surety of heart, one must submit to God and live according to His law. The most important truth that God revealed to mankind is that there is nothing divine or worthy of being worshipped except for Almighty God, thus all human beings should submit to Him. The word "Muslim" means one who submits to the will of God, regardless of their race, nationality or ethnic background. Being a Muslim entails willful submission and active obedience to God, and living in accordance with His message. Some people mistakenly believe that Islam is just a religion for Arabs, but nothing could be further from the truth. Not only are there converts to Islam in every corner of the world, especially in England and America, but by taking a look at the Muslim World from Bosnia to Nigeria, and from Indonesia to Morocco, one can clearly see that Muslims come from many various races, ethnic groups and nationalities. It is also interesting to note that in actuality, more than 80% of all Muslims are not Arabs - there are more Muslims in Indonesia than in the whole Arab World! So though even though it is true that most Arabs are Muslims, the large majority of Muslims are not Arabs. However, anyone who submits completely to God and worships Him alone is a Muslim (Kamali, 2003)."
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Islamic Extremism in Britain, 2008.
This paper discusses the rise of Islamic extremism in Europe and the impact of Abu Hamza al-Masri on young Muslims.
5,613 words (approx. 22.5 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 136.95
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The paper explores how a minority of the current generation of British Muslims, mainly children and grandchildren of Muslim Asian immigrants to Britain after World War II, turned to Islamic extremism. The paper discusses how Britain has become a breeding ground for Islamic terrorism and identifies the powerful influence of the fundamentalist cleric Abu Hamza al-Masri and his contemporaries on these young Muslims. The paper shows how Abu Hamza poisoned young minds and took advantage of young people who were often homeless and aimless. The paper makes it clear that Abu Hamza and his associates are by all accounts the extreme end of the spectrum of Muslim society.
Outline:
Introduction
The Spread of Islam Across Europe
The Influence of Hazma
Accommodation of Islam in Europe
Islamic Extremism in Europe Hearing
Summary and Conclusion
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"Humayun Ansari writes in the work entitled: "The Infidel Within: Muslims in Britain Since 1800" that "since the Second World War Muslims have migrated to Britain in much larger number than before 1945..." (2004) The post-1945 migration is divided into two groups according to Ansari with the first phase being workers from less-developed countries and the second phase starting with the oil crisis of 1974-74. The Muslim workers were willing to take jobs that other immigrant workers found to be "undesirable" and that paid very low wages."
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Interview Regarding Religion, 2008.
An examination of an interview with an elderly lady regarding her religious upbringing.
1,753 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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This paper discusses the content of an interview concerning religion that the writer conducted with a 65-year-old good friend and neighbor of his grandmother. The paper describes the woman's background and her religious views, as well as her views on her upbringing The writer then provides his personal feelings and opinions regarding the interviewee and her views.
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"Although Carol claims she does not strongly adhere to her original fundamentalist beliefs, she still belongs to the Baptist Church. She raised two children with the husband she found at Bob Jones and her family attended and still attends church together. She disagrees with some of the newly-imposed strictures that the Southern Baptist Convention has handed down, but she has faith in the future of the denomination. She believes that the basic organization of the Baptist Church as a whole is the way that churches should be organized. When she was a young person, meetings were held in a democratic fashion, using Robert's Rules of Order. Even in the youngest classes of Sunday School. She believes that her parents' strongly protecting her against the vices of drinking and smoking was truly a blessing and is sad to see contemporary parents neglecting to do so. Although she is not as strict about her religion now as she used to be in her youth, when she tried to "save" or convert her girlfriends, she believes that the religious foundation that was built when she was a young girl has stood her in good stead over the years."
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St. Anselm, 2008.
An examination of the contributions of St. Anselm of Canterbury to philosophical thought during medieval times.
2,939 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 86.95
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This paper discusses one of the influential Christian leaders and thinkers of the medieval era - St. Anselm of Canterbury. It begins by describing his background and his life and then discusses how he helped to shape philosophical thought during his era and develop the intellectual life of England in the twelfth century. The paper provides examples of his contributions.
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"It is difficult to imagine that one could go to Anselm in doubt about God, be subjected to this often-circular set of self-definitions, and come away in a more clear spiritual state, believing in God and one's relationship with God. To the contrary, it is easier to imagine that a person's reasoning powers would be beaten down by such a philosophy to the point that faith seems a simple respite from thought. We find the same problem when Anselm sets out to discover the relationship among foreknowledge, predestination, and free choice. With respect to foreknowledge and free choice, Anselm writes that it does not seem that God's foreknowledge of what a man is going to do and man's free choices are incompatible. He says that the two can somehow coexist, though, and he sets out to discover if this thesis is correct. Even before he begins his line of inquiry, though, the reader should see that Anselm simply cannot know what God knows or when he knows it. What he is doing is trying to use words to create a place of possibility wherein an individual can imagine that God's foreknowledge and man's free will are not incompatible. The fact is that they very well might be compatible in some divine sense to which human beings can have no access, even through reason."
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