The Modern World and Confucianism
Analyze the interactions between the modern world and Confucianism.
Analyze the interactions between the modern world and Confucianism.
Soren Kierkegaard claimed that all truth (in particular, religious truth) is subjective, inward, and immediate, not objective and universal. Kierkegaard argued that faith is not a belief but a sense of "trust" in someone. He asserted that one ultimately must make a "leap of faith" to believe in the saving message of Jesus. Kierk
Describe some of the values Jesus had in mind when he used the phrase "Kingdom of God."
You might not agree with what the Hebrew prophets had to say, but what did they say about homosexuality? Can you find a quotation?
_Disputation of Doctor Martin Luther on the Power and Efficacy of Indulgences_ by Dr. Martin Luther, 1517 Published in: _Works of Martin Luther_ Adolph Spaeth, L.D. Reed, Henry Eyster Jacobs, et Al., Trans. & Eds.
Why did early followers of Buddhism believe in not displaying images of the Buddha, but later, began constructing huge sculptures of him?
How is modesty defined in Islam?
?In the Old Testament, the Hebrew word for Spirit and Breath is precisely the same: Ruach. "In the beginning, when God created the heavens and the earth... the Spirit-Breath of God was stirring the waters." ?In the New Testament, the Greek word for Spirit and Breath, as used by Jesus, is precisely the same: Pneuma. "And Jesus b
Indigenous religions, such as those of Native American traditions, claim a special relationship with nature. Give an example of this relationship. Some have said that urban people in the modern world romanticize the attitude towards nature held by indigenous peoples. Are there any examples of unnecessary damage made to the envir
- Laissez-Faire leaders avoid influence and cause subordinates to act alone without leadership. In contrast, Active delegative leaders empower subordinates to work. - In Exodus 18, Jethro counsels Moses about share the weight of his responsibility. - Can Peter's admonishment of church leaders to be examples rather than t
What is the christological split in the Johannine community? How are they different? Does both sides draw support from one another? Is there a theological suggestion about how we read and interpret scripture today?
In chapter 1, verses 22,23, Matthew references a passage by Isaiah. In chapter 2, verse 15, Matthew references Hosea. Are these direct quotations? Would a Jewish person see Jesus as the fulfillment of these prophecies? Does Matthew follow proper hermeneutical rules in his references?
If this was the only gospel available, what would be the impression of Jesus? What aspects of his life from the other gospels would be missing in the Mark narrative? Why did Mark write this gospel?
"How would you explain to someone about the difference between grace and works per Galatians 3? Be sure to (A) Explain the meaning of works (or keeping the Law), (B) Explain the meaning of faith. (C) Explain HOW the two (works and faith) are connected."
1. Describe the significance of the genealogy of Jesus as recorded in Matthew's Gospel. 2. What does Jesus teach about in His Olivet Discourse and what does He state concerning His return in His Second Advent? (Matthew 24-25) 3. What is the Great Commission Jesus charged His disciples to carry out after His ascension
The prophet Amos spoke out against the injustices of the Northern Kings of Israel. He set the tone for centuries of prophetical figures in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. A central theme of the prophetical tradition is social justice. Read Amos 2:6-16; 5:14-15. Do you think churches have done enough with regard to social inequ
"Jesus taught about true worship in a variety of ways in Matthew 5:13-7:23. (A) Why do you think He described worship in these terms? (B) How might this description of true worship be different than what we usually think about worship today? (C) How can you improve your worship of God today?"
Select ONE Miracle from EACH Gospel account and answer each of the following: A. Why did you select those miracles? (Give several reasons.) B. Are those miracles still being replicated today? Why or why not?
Can you explain what exactly is religious regionalism using Southeast Asia as an example.
Do you think that it is more fruitful to concentrate on the attempt to understand how people live their lives rather than on the apparently diverse images and concepts that they hold? If so, why? If not, why not?
What role do you think objectivity should play in learning about the stories and rituals that shape people's lives?
This solution provides some ideas and Internet locations, giving a history of the Catholic Church on the death penalty.
Q1: Christians put a lot of emphasis on the life of Jesus, which is reported through four different sacred writings, the gospels of the New Testament. Why do you think the tradition has four different reports on the life of Jesus? Why not just choose the one that is most authoritative? What does the fact that the early Christian
Name the paths, according to Rahner's The Soul's (or Mind's) Journey to God.
The medieval said the difference between grace and glory is one of degree, not one of kind. Why does hope look more like â??getting to workâ? rather than â??waiting around?â? Theology Vocabulary. Define the theological terms below. Definitions should be in your own words. 1. Apocalyptic 2. Eschatology/Eschatologica
I need help with the following question. Texts I am using Christian Foundations: An Introduction to Faith in Our Time by Kathleen Fischer and Thomas N. Hart Book cover image The Good Life: Where Morality and Spirituality Converge by Richard M. Gula Open menu 1. What is â??spirituality?â? a. Christian spir
Can you please help me answering the following question? the texts I am using are: Book cover image Christian Foundations: An Introduction to Faith in Our Time by Kathleen Fischer and Thomas N. Hart The Good Life: Where Morality and Spirituality Converge by Richard M. Gula Open menu Read Acts 1-15. Define renew
1. How can/should I counsel suffering people? 2. Is the point of counseling to remove all suffering? Why or why not? 3 In your own words, define the practice of multitasking as presented in theology and counseling. How would one who multitasks and apply Jesus' admonition, "By patience possess your souls"?
The teacher asked the class: "What does it mean to be a Christian?" The class, made up entirely of Christians, raised their hands. The first student answered: "To be nice." In addition, the other students added "help each other" and "love one another" to the answer, " to be nice." The teacher responded, "So, according to
What are the aspects of Christianity that has allowed it to weather the storm(s)?