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Overview of Chinese Beliefs

2002). In addition, dietary practices in Asia are often associated with religious practices and customs (Gifford, 2002). R...

Contrasting and Comparing Church, Synagogue and Mosque in Terms of Practices and Beliefs

to the very essence of church worship, bringing forth "the power to speak to our heart" (Holladay, 2004). Sitting at pews and sur...

Goals, Beliefs, Values, and Norms of American Society and its Subcultures

have purposefully separated themselves from the rest of society as a means by which to build a community of their own jurisdiction...

Beliefs and Tenets of Islam and Sufism

a more intimate and personal approach to God than was provided by Sunni formalism and detachment (Lippman, 1995). The Sufis found ...

God's Existence Belief

at the bottom of the ladder, and humanity at the top, by virtue of the faculty of reason (Augustine of Hippo, 2001). After carefu...

Political and Personal Beliefs Reflected in Tillie Olsen's Writing

Indeed, Olsens socialist upbringing and working class background, as well as her experience as a single parent, provides a major s...

Unified Christian Belief

In six pages this paper examines the unity of belief that was called for by The Second Vatican Council's Dogmatic Constitution on ...

Christianity versus Judaism Beliefs

Holy Ghost/Spirit (Faigin, 2002). This difference is directly related to belief in Jesus. Judaism does not accept Jesus Christ a...

Opposition to Islamic Beliefs

their lifetime. Presumably this requirement is for the spiritual edification of the Islamic adherent. During the ten days of rites...

Krishna Teachings and Beliefs

In 5 pages this paper examines Krishna teachings and beliefs with spiritual growth, intention, and action contrasted and compared....

Works and Beliefs of C. Wright Mills

In a paper consisting of 7 pages American sociologist C. Wright Mills is discussed in terms of his works and beliefs along with hi...

Overcoming 'Tragic Flaws' and Predestination in the Beliefs of John Calvin and in Sophocles' Oedipus Rex

In five pages this paper examines the predestination concept and also discusses if tragic flaws can be overcome in a consideration...

Personal Belief in God and the Theories of Ludwig Wittgenstein and Soren Kierkegaard

In five pages this report presents the philosophies of these men regarding their personal beliefs about God in a first person narr...

Marx, Goethe, Galileo, and Machiavelli on Belief, Identity, Nature, and Power

In fifteen pages this report examines how these theorists perceive these concepts as reflected in their respective writings. Five...

Evolution, Creation, Belief Interdependence and the Writings of Philip Kitcher and W.V.O. Quine

In five pages this paper discusses these writers' views on the evolution v. creationism debate and the applicability of belief int...

Philosophical Beliefs of Malcolm X

In eight pages this paper examines Malcolm X in a consideration of his philosophical principles. Three sources are cited in the b...

Educational Paradigms, Objectives, and Beliefs

In five pages this paper examines educational paradigms in terms of the beliefs, assumptions, and objectives that are associated w...

Egyptian Afterlife Beliefs and Natural Forces

of the mortal life. Consequently there were elaborate worship rituals concerning death and the afterlife. Many of these rituals ...

Ancient Egypt's Myths and Religious Beliefs

In fifteen pages this paper discusses how nature is reflected in the religious beliefs of ancient Egypt. Twelve sources are cited...

Belief in God in Hinduism and Buddhism

reverence that can only be achieved through understanding the esoteric aspects of the three worlds. "The experiential and devotio...

Comparative Analysis of Buddhism and Native American Beliefs

In nine pages a comparative analysis of Native American and Buddhist beliefs considers their similarities and differences. Six so...

Machiavelli's Beliefs and Modern Political Relevance

concern the ultimate goal or greater good." In essence, he is arguing, according to Oldham, that the end justifies the means and t...

Beliefs of Apocalyptic Religious Groups

In a paper consisting of seven pages the origins and beliefs of apocalyptic religious cults are explored including the example of ...

African-American and African Cultural Beliefs on Masculinity

This paper examines the differences in how the concept of masculinity is viewed among African-American and African men. This elev...

'Young Goodman Brown' by Nathaniel Hawthorne and Puritan Beliefs

In five pages this essay presents the argument that Nathaniel Hawthorne uses this short story to reflect his New England Puritanis...

Congresswoman Jeanette Rankin's Life, Career, and Pacifistic Beliefs

In seven pages this paper examines the first US congresswoman in a consideration of her life, her long career, and her steadfast c...

Machiavelli's Beliefs on Religion and Politics

way of these principles that Machiavelli fashions the foundation of separation between religion and politics. Perhaps the m...

Faith or Reason in Belief in God

In five pages a dialogue between two people is explored with one who argues that a person believing in God must possess good reaso...

Counselors Beliefs and Values Issues

Counselors cannot achieve total objectivity, which means there could be a clash of values with a client or group of clients. This ...

Personality Characteristics and Paranormal Beliefs

traumatic events occurring during their childhood generally believe in the supernatural more than those who have not lived through...