Review the power point and discuss the views of different faith traditions in understanding the meaning of the narrative of the binding of Isaac. A three to four page review.
Assignment Module 6 Intertextualism In the learning Module under Course documents, review the two power points that cover the intertextualism of Jonah and Noah, Job and Abraham in the Akeidah or binding of Isaac. Discuss the idea of intertexualism and how these power point reveals contrary views that are expressed in the narratives. Discuss which […]
Background and Dimensions of Buddhism First, briefly summarize the historical, geographical, cultural, and philosophical foundations of Buddhism. Second, identify an important religious doctrine, or mythology, or ritual, or symbol and then explain how it fits into this religion. Third, speculate about how your choice expresses the uniqueness of this religion. Understanding Beliefs Not Our Own […]
Alister McGrath identifies the three fundamental resources for Christian theology as the Bible, Tradition, and Reason (i.e., reason itself, or “fruits” of reason, such as philosophy and science). Consider how Christian theologians make use of one or more of these resources, illustrating with specific examples and clarifying how theses resources work (together or independently) to […]
1. Passover: Visit the link to the Passover Seder. Describe at least two of the components of the Seder and the meaning they have. Overall, what is the meaning of Passover? What event(s) does it relate to? 2. Bar Mitzvah / Bat Mitzvah: Visit the links on Bar Mitzvahs and Bat Mitzvahs. Describe at least […]
1. Apply some aspects of my interpretations of Religion in Political Conflict to one of the 3 cases we have studied in detail: the Sri Lankan civil war; Zen and the rise of Japanese militarism; or the Tibetan struggle with the People’s Republic of China. You may either indicate how you see my analysis illuminating […]
Confession Brings Freedom To be an effective peacemaker, you need to deal honestly with your contribution to a conflict. As Paul told Timothy, “If a man cleanses himself from [sin], he will be an instrument for noble purposes, made holy, useful to the Master and prepared to do any good work” (2 Tim. 2:21). This […]
Conflict Starts in the Heart James 4:1-3 provides a key principle for understanding and resolving conflict. Whenever we have a serious dispute with others, we should look carefully at our own hearts to see whether we are being controlled by unmet desires that we have turned into idols. These desires often disguise themselves as things […]
Bibliographical references. “The short essays will focus on the analysis and comparison of primary texts which emphasize myths.” Choose one of the following topics. 3-5 pages, typed. Due on October 8th. Submit on “Turnitin Assignments”. Topic 1. Compare and contrast the stories of the UNIVERSAL FLOOD in Genesis, chapters 6: 5-8:22 and Ovid’s Metamorphoses, Book 1 (online). Substitute the same in the Epic of […]
What is a generative moment? How do these occur in a coaching session? How does God use these types of moments in our own lives to change us?
