Category: Religion 1596

  • Pre-tribulationist Theory and Approaches

    Table of Contents Introduction Defining the Major Concepts Arguments in Support of Pre-Tribulationism Conclusion Bibliography Footnotes Introduction Theological science operates diverse concepts that are used to determine relationships between a man and the highest powers. In Christian theory, the discussion around the issue of the end-times has been popular for centuries. People believe that Jesus…

  • Mendelssohn’s Truths and Jewish Emancipation

    Mendelssohn brings to the three truths, which are universal, contingent, and historical. Universal truths “exist in this and no other way”, and they are associated with “pure mathematics” (Greenberg 46). The eternal truths refer to religious doctrines. Importantly, Mendelssohn stresses that all people share some values that make them humans. The contingent truths are associated…

  • Small Groups Philosophy in Disciple-Making Efforts

    Introduction Small groups form the basis for any interactions that occur not only in the church, but also in all other aspects of life. For instance, subtle interrelationships in homes and at the workplace offer individuals the necessary intimacy for them to build one another. The same dynamic applies to personal relationships in the church,…

  • Religions of the World and Their Analysis

    Introduction Religious beliefs are an intrinsic part of a vast number of cultures and therefore need to be recognized as crucial phenomena that deserve close attention. Religions shape societal standards, morals, ethics, and behaviors worldwide, often affecting not only individual development but also the evolution of an entire nation. Therefore, as the factors that define…

  • History of Protestantism in North America

    Protestantism in North America begins with its early European roots and a German friar and lecturer, Martin Luther. His first step of the protestant reformation started when he led a charge against indulgences that benefitted the pope. His critiques gained popularity in Germany and with passing decades the protestant ideologies found their way into the…

  • Greg Faulls and Gregory Gilbert’s Religious Writings

    “From Dust to Destiny” by and “What is the Gospel?” are pieces of writing that empower in that they roll out on paper what is hidden in the deepest recesses of the human soul1,2. Each text attempts at finding the answers to the questions that sometimes plague the mind of the most devoted Christians. Referring…

  • The Ten Commandments and Their Impact

    America is a diverse and multinational country with a versatile culture. However, it is difficult to deny the uniting role of Christianity, and in particular, the Ten Commandments. According to Marsden (2018), the Commandments present the common values of the American population. The author confirms that despite ethnic diversities, people inherit the same Judeo-Christian heritage…

  • Religious Sights and Traditions

    Table of Contents New Temple of the Vedanta San Francisco Zen City Center Shambhala Center of Himalayan Buddhism Wong Tai Sin Temple Service Sherith Israel Synagogue Holy Virgin Cathedral Islamic Society of San Francisco References New Temple of the Vedanta The first sight for the visit is the New Temple of the Vedanta Society of…

  • Life of Pi by Yann Martel: Religious Traditions and Faiths

    Life of Pi, written by Yann Martel in 2001, focuses on the unique attitude of the main character Pi Patel towards religions. He is Hindu; however, he has also embraced the following faiths: Christianity and Islam. Pi acknowledges every faith and absurdity that it might project on believers, and moreover, he is at ease with…

  • The New Religion: Basic Ideas

    Nowadays, religion is an integral part of people’s life and includes its many kinds. One can distinguish three main areas, such as Judaism, Islam, and Christianity. Although differing, they have some general principles that form their basis (Cohen, 2020). A new religion could be based on the principle of treating others the way you want…