Essays on Christians

In the age of slavery, white American society considered African people to be benighted heathens with the other skin color, body structure, and inappropriate traditions and culture. Such conclusions were drawn mostly upon the widespread idea about the superiority of Whites and the absence of Christianity in Africa. American society prevented the assimilation of African-American slaves even after the generations of their presence on the American land and repudiated their equality to Whites even when they started to adopt Christian way of life. For Americans, African people had continued to be barbarians who had come to America to be ...

As an immigrant to the United States of America, I understand better than many native citizens just how complicated cultural identity can be. To someone who was born in this country and has lived here all her life, it might be difficult to understand that an individual's experiences are profoundly shaped by the culture where she grows up. The time I spent in Guyana as a young person gave me a strong personal identity and a powerful belief in God, both of which have affected how and why I learn. I was born in the South American country of ...

The Central Intelligence Agency (2017) revealed that the country of Guatemala is composed primarily of European mestizos at 59.4%, which is a combination of Amerindian and Spanish ancestry. This considered to be significantly higher when compared to the indigenous groups of K’iche at 9.1%, 8.4% for Kaqchikel, Mam at 7.9%, 6.3% for Q’eqchi, the Mayan at 8.6% and with other non-Mayan groups at 0.3% (Central, 2017). The effect of the higher percentage of mestizos is that Spanish became the official language of the country while only 40% uses the 23 Amerindian languages (Central, 2017). The additional effect ...

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Distance education in higher learning institutions requires analysis from an equity perspective since the low-context online learning can lead to difficulties for high-context learners. The first section of the article reveals a framework for high- and low-context cultures which relies on cross-cultural communication. A lack of nonverbal communication characteristic of the low-context system can translate into cultural clashes in the educational environment. In the next section, the explorer states dimensions typical of high-context cultures and centers on regulating the group’s harmony via nonverbal means in collectivistic communication. A demand for openness ...

Reason for Catholic and Protestant Reformation’ Great Impact on Europe

The Catholic and Protestant Reformation represent the radical, religious, academic and traditional disturbance that traumatized Catholic Europe in the 16th Century. It set in place the notions and opinions that would describe the continent in the contemporary period. In central and northern Europe, activists like John Calvin, and Martin Luther questioned papal power and probed the Catholic Church’s capability to define Christian exercise. Although the movement was predominantly spiritual, the attitude of independence endorsed by Protestantism steered many people to rebel in contradiction of the power of the church and the authoritative monarchs, who relied on their authority ...

Assignment 3

Part A 1a. No diamonds are emeralds, diamonds is the subject and emeralds is the predicate, the terms are distributed because no S is P (E type proposition); it is a negative statement because of the quality of the subject. The quantity of the subject class is a particular proposition because no diamonds are emeralds. 1b. At least one person is a nerd, person is the subject and nerd is the predicate, the terms are distributed because one S exists so that S is a P (I type proposition); it is an affirmative statement because of the quantity of ...

ISP Instructions

Use this form to develop your Individual Success Plan (ISP) for NRS-490, the Professional Capstone and Practicum course. An individual success plan maps out what you, the RN-to-BSN student, needs to accomplish in order to be successful as you work through this course and complete your overall program of study. You will also share this with your mentor at the beginning and end of this course so that he or she will know what you need to accomplish. Application-based learning assignments are listed in the course syllabus with a Practice Portfolio Statement requirement element noted within the assignment itself. ...

Which conflicts are ethnic and which conflicts are protracted?

Mauritania (ethnic, protracted) Government of Mauritania against Polisario; Senegalese against Mauritanian Guinea (ethnic) The Rally of Democratic Forces of Guinea fights against the government of Guinea-Bisau. Mali (ethnic, protracted) This is an ethnic conflict occurring for a long period of time. Conflict in Mali involves a number of ethnic groups and the conflict has become protracted. The government of Mali fights several ethnic groups, including governments of neighboring countries. These groups include the Alliance for the Re-Liberation of Somalia/Union of Islamic Courts (ARS/UIC), North Mali Tuareg Alliance for Change, Government of Somalia; factions like Malinke, the MNLF – HM (Moro ...

Words have different definitions according to experience of those receiving the words. The meaning of the words nature has different connotations, and these connotations have changed according to the changing views of society. Thus, the definition of the word “nature” is more fluid than words on a page might indicate. The etymology of the word comes from the Latin “nat,” meaning to be born. This word morphed into the more current - at least in terms of language - “natura,” which has several different meanings. The first meaning of this root is the idea of birth. From a religious ...

Muslim & Christian Perceptions

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After the 1960s, many African Americans and other minority communities as well as women were denied equal opportunities in housing, education and other areas. Many Americans faced unequal economic opportunities and jobs were not distributed adequately to the entire populace (Gourevitch, 163). Unemployment rates were high and economic recessions were regular and highly destructive to the people in the lower social classes (Gourevitch, 163). The cold war in Europe led to economic difficulties as there was free flow of trade between communist Western Europe countries and capitalist Eastern Europe countries. The McCracken Report as mentioned by Goldthorpe states that ...

In the medieval period, the cornerstone of different Kingdoms was based merely on their particular religious beliefs. Inquisition refers to the process of enforcing one's religious and moral principle to individual and using mechanism such as torture to ensure all the set principles have been conformed to. Therefore, it is worth noting that, religious factors are the underlying reason that led to the breakout of the of the Spanish Inquisition, which began in 1231 AD when the pope appointed an inquisitor general during the reign of Henry III of Castile and Leon in the year 1390-1406 (Rawling 192). The ...

A worldview refers to a conception or philosophy of life that is concerned with world meaning. It is any philosophy, ideology, theology, religion, or movement that seeks to offer an overreaching approach to the way humans understand God as well as the world’s relation to God. The Christian worldview encompasses the Christian perspective through which a person views and interprets the world (Weider, 2014). It can also be interpreted as a theory that guides the way a person lives in the world. It is a mental framework of attitudes and ideas about the world. A Christian worldview is ...

Introduction

Contraception as a method of population control has elicited mixed reactions from different quotas of the society. A section of religious conservatives still hold onto it that abstinence and not contraception should be the only approach to population control. On the opposing side, modernists believe that contraception allows is not only effective but also people freedom to reproduce when they wish. Canada is among the few countries on the globe where contraception has been implemented as a legal approach towards population control. In Canada, legalization of contraception was not solely done to curb population explosion but also as a ...

The legalization of Euthanasia is an ethical concern in Canada. Euthanasia refers to the process of medical assistance in dying. It is one of the easiest methods to terminate the life of a person who may be having a terminal illness like cancer and HIV/Aids in their lasts stages. However, some people argue that the individual must be sure that they have to die in the end. Recently, the Canadian legislator changed the rule and advocated for euthanasia among the terminally ill patients. The law is unethical as most people do not identify with the effects of the law ...

In December 2016, the US Secretary of State stated that, Israel would either have to be a Jewish State that does not intrude into Palestinian “land” or it should be democratic whereby Palestinians would be given equal rights as dignified citizens of one-state of Israel. This was something many Republicans and Conservatives found to be negative and Anti-American. The purpose of this paper is to argue that the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians cannot be solved. This paper will use elements of persuasion to establish a case to prove that America must stay away from imposing its will on ...

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13.1 For Betty, faith is one of the most crucial part of her life that cannot be ignored by the health care provider. Patients with strong religious beliefs are often considered as problematic, as their faith may interfere with the treatment and the work of health care providers. However, it is the obligation of the nurses to make the patients feel safe, appreciated, and respected. In this case, the nurse can help the patient to overcome the difficult period by providing moral support and understanding of the patient’s state. The nurse may have a conversation with Betty regarding ...

Introduction

Pre-Spanish Era Religious Practices Political Structure Material Culture Spanish Occupation Material Culture

The Culture after the Spanish Conquest

Religious Influence of the Catholic Spanish and the Remaining Ethnic Groups Influences of the Protestant Church Religious Fighting between the Roman Catholic and Protestant Church Current Economic and Cultural Development Cultural Development Introduction Argentina is considered by Calvert, Donghi and Eidt (2016) as the eighth largest country in the world but is considered to be only third within Latin America (Buenos, 2014). The reason for this is that the land area of Argentina with 2.78 million square kilometers is larger than Mexico and the Texas state combined ( ...

There are thirteen Pauline Epistles which are believed to have been written by Paul though some critics claim that some were written by his followers (Matera, Frank 54). However, they are essential parts of the Bible that are studied up to date.

Why they might be pseudepigraphical.

The disputed/Deutero-Pauline Epistles might be pseudepigraphical because they were written by Paul followers. Half of the scholars assert that the Deutero-Pauline Epistles were written by Paul while other claims that they were written by a follower of Paul (Matera, Frank 59).

Why each was written

The letters were written as a continuation of the tradition. In the Biblical times, people did ...

With specific reference to at least three readings given, explain how the early modern period can be understood as an "invention" or "discovery" of the modern age? The early modern period in the world’s history marks significant changes in culture, religion, worldview and people’s perception of themselves in the universe. Symbolically defined as the period between the fall of Constantinople in the late Middle Ages and the onset of the Age of Revolutions in the late eighteenth century, the early modern period is commonly described as the time of invention, the Age of Discovery and the Age ...

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What are some ways the Christian gospel is perceived in our culture? Different people perceive the gospel in different ways. Some of them think that it is just the book, the main idea of which is to tell us to do the good works and to live the life, which is suitable for us (The Gospel Message, n.d.). Others feel that gospel is something mystical and complicated and the true meaning of its lines could be revealed only to impeccable and ideal human beings. Finally there are those, who understand that the gospel is a little “how to” on ...

Abstract

This paper offers an analysis of Christian and Buddhist perspectives George’s case, eventually making a recommendation that his Primary Care Physician should take him through euthanasia. George is an ALS patient in his mid-fifties, who is considering euthanasia as a quick solution to future suffering. However, based on Buddhism consider the fact that there is no need for George to suffer during his last days alive. On the other hand, while they value respect for persons, Christians grapple with the idea that George has no moral mandate to take his life. Nonetheless, an application of these worldviews in ...

Introduction

Ethics came from the Greek word ‘ethos,’ or character. In the modern context, ethics refer to the study of normative behavior. It is commonly understood as standards of behavior that ought to be followed under certain circumstances and the moral reasoning behind such actions. Ethics does not necessarily make people do good; nor is it an attribute that is only exclusive for good people. In fact, there are good people that exhibit unethical behavior, especially when under pressure. Professor and author, Denis Collins, for instance, observed that there are many good individuals who engage in unethical behavior because they ...

The story of Orpheus and Eurydice remains one of the most famed myths of ancient Greece. It is not only a tale that pulses with the timeless themes of beauty, love and loss, but it also reveals deeper aspects of the human experience regarding what it means to be god and man. As a man endowed with god-like powers in the form of musical ability, Orpheus carried within himself the unique and precious capacity to bend even the most rigid hearts into understanding and supporting his deepest desires, including the rare chance to bring someone back to life. This ...

The Society of Jesus is a religious group that has a history of almost 400 years. Members of this society call themselves Jesuits. Faith and Leadership states that: “The Jesuits have seen the training of religious and lay believers as core to their mission for more than 400 years” (Faith and Leadership 2017). Since Ignatius Loyola is a founder of the organization, most of the educational principles are based on his experience. Education is viewed as the main focus of the society (Jesuits West 2017). Loyola created a set of “spiritual exercises” that help one to understand better oneself ...

The Epic of Gilgamesh is a literary work in the form of a poem traced to ancient Mesopotamia. It is believed to be one of the earliest literary pieces in the history of the world. It was authored originally in the Sumerian Cuneiform language dated between 2700BCE to 2500 BCE. The protagonist of the myth is one Gilgamesh, an ancient ruler, and warrior who ruled the city-state of Uruk. He is revered for having built the magnificent temples and massive walls of Uruk (Gardner & Maier 1984). The Old Testament, on the other hand, is widely borrowed from Torah which ...

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Many have said that America was built on the backs of immigration and minorities that settled in America. There is a lot of evidence to support this, as the Irish and German immigrants that came in waves during the 1880s were often used for cheap labor. In addition, African-Americans were used as slave labor until the conclusion of the Civil War, playing an important part in the development of the country. In addition, Native Americans were also prominently involved in the process, but certainly not in a positive way; this is because the United States government used resettlement techniques ...

Nowadays, it is extremely hard to imagine the world where there is no war, no blood and no struggle for power and influence. We get upset when we turn on the TV. However, it is important to remember that people were at war with each other from the very beginning of civilizations. People were militant because they wanted to conquer new lands and prove their strength to their neighbors. Many wars, including the legendary Trojan War, were fought for women. The entire nations were brought up prepared to go to war with other empires, including Spartans, Persians and Romans, ...

The Lord of the flies written by William Golding and Inferno by Dante Alighieri are allegorical books that expound common themes and similitude in the usage of styles. In particular, the common theme that resonates in these two books is the nature of man and the evil that men harbor in their hearts. In essence, the two novels delve to answer the question as to who is the real enemy of humankind. Though the two authors dexterously use different stylistic devices to answer the question, the convergence is that man himself is the worst enemy to each other. According ...

The human civilization started from the bottom of the hierarchy among the species and becomes the most supreme or influential specie in the modern times. People have greatly changed the world. The grasslands and forests became cities and agricultural lands. The natural environment has been useful for humans and provides people almost everything they need to survive on earth. The natural environment provided the oxygen, water, food, materials and other resources to humans (Muir 37). However, instead of being thankful to the environment, people have been destroying it in order to acquire additional benefits such as additional land use ...

Humanity has developed and flourished over the span of centuries. As civilizations grew and develop, humans learn many things about nature. Ancient people realized the benefits of nature to humanity and began using it for hunting food, acquiring resources to build homes and to protect them from numerous threats from the environment. As humans learned other benefits of nature, they started to interfere with the environment and greatly change the way it was used. People started to change the structures of land and to remove trees from the forest in order to build farm lands and cities. People continue ...

Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) was an Italian physicist, astronomer, philosopher, engineer and mathematician. He was a critical figure in the scientific revolution of the 17th century. Galileo is perhaps most synonymous with the invention of the modern telescope which has since helped man to discover countless things about the universe. In regard to astronomy, Galileo is erroneously credited with the discovery of the first telescope. His contribution was carrying out massive improvements on the existing telescopes. In 1609, Galileo learnt about the spyglass which was crudely used in ordinary life to view distant places on the land. Galileo began to ...

It is worth mentioning that human rights are fundamental rights to any individual anywhere in the world. The globe is constantly changing and transforming to meet the needs of the increasing globalization and internationalization. In essence, different countries have different sets of human rights. However, there are universal human rights established by international organizations, mostly the United Nations. They are the fundamental freedoms. Such includes the freedoms of speech, religion, association, expression, and the right to life. Everyone is entitled to these rights, and there are disciplinary measures for countries or leaders who commit crimes that violate the fundamental ...

AUSTRALIA AND SOUTH KOREA

Comparison of the Religion’s Significance in Australia and South Korea Religion is undeniably one of the most important parts of the humanity. It has always been there, first as a form of fear before the unknown and misunderstood forces of nature, and then as a form of moral guidance and help. People have been showing a necessity to believe in something above them for a very long time, and even though the times have changed, this necessity still remains intact in many. However, religions do differ greatly depending on many factors: nationality, geography, climate, historical evolution, political situation ...

After the demise of Domitian, Rome came under the rule of beneficent and wise leaders commonly referred to as the “Five Good Emperors.” The emperors namely Nerva, Marcus Aurelius, Hadrian, Trajan, and Antoninus Pius maintained a period of economic prosperity and developed Roman civilization. Each emperor had his accomplishments and strengths. This essay examines the rule of the five emperors identifying what made them successful and different from their predecessors. Nerva came in immediately after Domitian. He had the difficult task of relieving people from the oppressive rule of the previous emperor. Hence, for the brief time he sat ...

Introduction

It cannot be denied that gang activity has always been a recurring problem in the United States, but it is notable to know that gang activity in itself has a colorful history behind it. There are many gangsters and criminals throughout the history of the United States, and one of the most infamous of them is the iconic American gangster Al Capone. A criminal from the Prohibition Era, he was the leader of the Chicago Outfit—a crime syndicate known for illegally distributing alcohol during that time. Al Capone himself had a colorful biography worth detailing. Delving into details ...

If we consider theology as the study of God, or the study of the divine, or the study of the nature of God, then the definition that Mueller puts forth for theology and his justification for taking part in its study make a lot of sense. He breaks down the word into its two Greek roots: theos for “god” and logos for “word” or “understanding” (Mueller 2011, p. 28), and that leaves one with a wide range of possible interpretations. Given that Mueller has an “S.J.” after his name, of course, we must conclude that he will take on ...

Personal Theology of Discipleship

Personal Theology of Discipleship

Introduction

Disciple making is the pinnacle responsibility of any prosperity minded church. The whole aspect starts with attraction of new Christians to a church. The new Christians are then taught and cultivated to be all rounded disciples in the ministry of Christ. There are various theological, philosophical and methodological considerations in this practice to ensure the path to discipleship maturity is conducive and effective. This paper aims at exploring the themes, components and methods applied in discipleship through reviewing various secondary literatures on the issue of personal theology of discipleship. A review of three significant pieces ...

The doctrine of the Trinity is unique to Christianity. It underpins Christian theology and is the most important doctrine of Christian faith and practice. The Trinity is difficult to explain and fully understand, as is to expected since we are human and can never truly understand the infinity and omnipotence of God. Yet, the Trinity is vital to Christian faith as it represents the nature of God, and it affirms the existence of Jesus and the Holy Spirit. According to Exodus 3:14 and Philippians 1:2, the Father is God, in John 8: 58 and Titus 2:13, we are told ...

Christian Worldview

A worldview seeks to understand God and the composition of the world and the way man relates to God and the world. In Theistic religions, the common belief is in one separately real God who overlooks the functioning of the universe. Personally, I am a Christian who believes that the Scriptures have the authority of God and should guide each Christian's everyday living. A Christian worldview replies to questions that arise from a reflection of a Christian life.

What is prime reality?

In the Christian worldview, the prime reality comprises of the personal God as revealed in the scriptures. He is triune, immanent, ...

Following the case study of "healing and autonomy," while observing the Christian narrative; it involves a family of four. There are grappling with their son's acute illness that is kidney failure. The problem can only now be addressed through an organ transplant whereby in case it fails, he will succumb to the disease. The family comprises of parents Joanne and Mike and the two boys who are twins Samuel and James aged eight years. In the case, a spiritual conundrum and health care have emerged, and it puts the family in a dilemma in deciding what to do for ...

Following the American Psychological Association’s Guidelines

In order to understand the extract from the book of James, it is necessary to consider every important word as a part of the paragraph and even in relation to the whole Bible. The first word that catches the readers’ attention is ‘keep’ in the first sentence of the extract 2:8-11. The word ‘keep’ is relatively new and could not be present in the extract in its current form. Moreover, it is hard to understand the meaning of the word in the sentence, since it is linked with the noun ‘law’. What did the translator mean by ‘keeping the ...

Introduction

The thesis paper will reveal that Galileo’s notions of the sun’s stability and the earth’s movement illustrate the conflicting Science-Religion theory. Galileo supported Copernicus’s opinion about the sun’s stability and the movement of the earth strongly despite strong oppositions from the Holy Church. Although he depicted aspects of honesty concerning the opinions of the sun and the earththroughout his trial, the Holy Church still held otherwise and commanded to oppose his opinions.

Scientific Theory about Heavenly Bodies

According to scientists, heavenly bodies are not stationary but move in a circular motion. However, Philolaus, the Pythagorean, believes that “just like ...

The world has a variety of geographical features located in different places and which not only act as attraction sites but end up defining the commodities that come from the place. Uniquely, every part of the world has striking geographical features, and this makes the whole world attractive. In addition to the features, the world has major cities that stand out from the rest of the towns, and which also end up dictating not only the economic activities but also the type of people in the area. Additionally, Africa is a large continent that is rich in diversified cultures, ...

Bacon’s tale of the New Atlantis is a “blueprint” of the results of the Christian Reformation and Luther’s new view on how Christianity should be interpreted and understood. In addition, Bacon lived at the beginning of the Renaissance - a time of “new” change, change in thought, beliefs, and enlightenment. In particular, Bacon created an ideal world to reflect this “new world” blueprint, showing both the highs and lows of such a new world. This essay is a literary review of The New Atlantis (1627). To complete this review the following literary elements will be used: tone, ...

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The Islamic influence in Spain was a strong one lasting for a long period of time. Islam offered more than just a territorial succession to the public, but it was the religion that offered intellect and social structure as well as a great privilege to society. Islamic principles did conquer the thought, language and architecture of Spain, particularly in the cities of Granada and Al-Andalus. Islamic influence was deeply ingrained in the Spanish society. Hence it led to the development of Islamic thought that promulgated deep in the society, and much of the former Christian world ...

According to the dictionary, worldview means “a comprehensive conception or apprehension of the world especially from a specific standpoint” (Merriam-Webster, n. d.). It includes a specific understanding of cosmology, truths, values, and the sense of life and is different for different people and organizations. The emergence of the Religious Right took place in the last quarter of the twentieth century, and its worldview focused on traditional Christian values. Quoting Sanford, Jones writes that Christian worldview was based on John Calvin’s systemized Christianity and division of all people on two groups: the followers of God and his denials (Jones, ...

Group A. Q1 Christianity and Islam in Spain

The crusades were religious and politically motivated wars that were dominated the 1096-1291 with the aim of controlling the holy land Jerusalem. In the first crusade, (1096-1102) initiated by pope Urban II was aimed at helping the Christian Byzantine empire which had been invaded by the Muslim Seljuk Turks. In this crusade, the Europeans were able to capture Jerusalem in 1099. This led to the merging of various Muslim faction against the Christians forces which had occupied the holy land. However, in 1291, the Muslims were able to control Jerusalem and parts of the coastal areas, which they controlled ...

Theories of Religion

The Functionalism theory was coined by Durkheim whereby the theory views religion from a societal platform based on the way it influences the thinking and behaviour of people. The theory argues that sacred objects tend to have divine properties and people tend to separate them from profane objects (Pals & Pals 2006). Religion is viewed as an aspect that fosters good health and society continuation in general. It is a platform that helps societies to affirm their common beliefs and cultural values on a regular basis while also ensuring that societal order and cohesion is enhanced. The essay looks into ...

It is worth mentioning that human rights issues in China are matters that are constantly under discussions and antagonism between two distinct groups. On one hand, there is the government of China alongside the people who support the policies and agenda pushed by the government. On the contrary, there are the human rights activists and critics of the Chinese rule, who have opposing views concerning the human rights issue. The government of China believes that the existing policies regarding human rights are sufficient enough to enable the citizens to enjoy their rights. However, the critics of the Chinese government ...

Introduction

The United States of America represents one of the most democratic nations in the world based on the history of the country. Americans have advocated for democracy through a number of movements that aimed at uniting or disintegrating Americans based on their agenda and goals. One of the issues that affected U.S. in the past and continues to portray its significance today is the discrimination against race, ethnicity, and color. White people felt as if they owned the country and looked for strategies to get rid of blacks through denying them some basic needs and using violence means to ...

Changes in Rome

Nerva, Antoninus Pius, Hadrian, Trajan, and Marcas Aurelius, often regarded as the Five Good Emperors, were a series of remarkable or excellent emperors that ruled Rome from 96-180 AD. Research indicates that they were called the good emperors because they managed to win the cooperation and support of the Senate, a feat that their predecessors were unable to achieve. The period of the Good Emperors was regarded as the golden ages of the Roman Empire, and it was characterised by unparalleled prosperity and peaceful relations between individuals and the state. Furthermore, the period witnessed a remarkable expansion of the ...

The Lament for Prince Peer of the Sun, of The Lament for Prince Kusakabe, is among the earliest poetic works of Kakinomoto no Hitomaro that have survived until modern days. The poem, which is an elegy in form, was originally intended to commemorate the late Japanese crown prince Kusakabe, a successor of the emperor Tenmu. The beginning lines of the poem point to the place of Kusakabe’s temporary burial palace and express the poem’s relation to the mourning period following Kusakabe’s premature death. The first meaningful section of the poem is a clear allusion to Japanese ...

Resolving the dichotomy brings the unity of the church. The primary challenge is how the differences will be resolved. The role of the leadership in addressing these disparities. The leaders should put the right processes in place that will help in dealing with the differences. However, the means alone will not be enough, and it may require discernment of the spirit among us (Shirley, 2008). The Bible reminds that a church will never lack dichotomy and conflicts when they are on a genuine mission of their discipleship. The leadership of the church is left with no option but to ...

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Introduction Conscience is one of the most commonly experienced psychological faculty of an individual, but is also one of the least understood. For many years, little attention have been given towards understanding conscience; particularly on how it is shaped and who influenced the modern understanding of this concept. Nevertheless, conscience is an important phenomenon that requires significant attention primarily because it impacts all human judgment. The manifestation of conscience delineates man from other animals species as conscience is proof of man’s self-consciousness; an attribute that is only observable among human species. As a learned psychological faculty, ...

How Iconography and Hieratic Scale give us the Message of the Stele of Naram-Sin

The construction of the Victory Stele of Naram-Sin took place in the Sippar’s Sun God Cult in celebration of King Naram-Sin’s triumph over the people of the Lullubi Mountain. The king was the fourth to rule the Semite Dynasty of the Akkadian Empire (stretching from the Inner Iran to Anatolia, and from the Mediterranean to Arabia). As shown in Figure one below, the Stele of Naram-Sin is a representation of this King’s victory (ARTH, 6). The depiction uses iconography and hieratic scale to give a unique view of what took place during the battle. Figure 1: ...

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The church gets its disciples from the societies that surround it. In order to get these followers, the church has to convince them of gospel kingdom and make them tailor their ways of life just as it is taught in the bible. Hitherto developed disciples were once naïve and young Christians in the kingdom. Just as the military gets its personnel from a community at large, the church too does. This calling of new Christians into a church and teaching them on how to be true disciples can be seen as a recruitment process. This paper aims at ...

Narcolepsy is such a neurological disorder, the impact of which affects a person's ability to control its own state of wakefulness and sleep. The symptoms of narcolepsy are accompanied by excessive sleepiness and are not subject to control by the attacks of sleep that occur during the day and are somewhat dangerous. For example, sudden sleep attacks can occur at any time and for any actions. As a result, it becomes difficult to concentrate on sick people and they cannot work normally. (Chokroverty, Sudhansu) The cause of narcolepsy is still unknown, but there are many versions. For instance, scholars ...

Through the years, I have had several chances of a leadership position. One of my favorite leadership experience was being the captain of our high school football team and being the leader of the youth group from my time at a Christian school. I took the initiative of being the leader of my youth group at my church as I believed I would optimally direct my peers to living a positive life that adheres to Christian values. Through these positions, I attained significant qualities associated with good leadership. The various leaderships traits I obtained through these positions include: being ...

Religion

The Philippines country has 90.07% of its population being of the Christian religion. The Sunni Muslim community in the country constitute 5.57% while 4.37% are reported to be of other or no religion (Ting et al., 2016). Mosques are located throughout the country with the Muslims celebrating their religious holidays on the legalized days. The Protestant missionaries arrived in the country in 1901 while the Catholic denomination followed later introducing clinics and schools. The Roman Catholic is the main denomination among the Christian population since the country is the only Christian nation in the Asian continent (Ting et al., ...