Religion and Theology

“Death of the individual. There is no such thing as self, argues professor Tom Oliver” [The Telegraph] – Evolution, Morality and Politics (evolutionmoralitypolitics.com)After reading the article, write a short essay answering the following questions:1. Compare the theme in the above article with the notions of personal identity in Buddhism.2. What are some of the similarities between Buddhism and this modern notion of of self?3. Based on what you know about Buddhism, what might be some of the dissimilarities within Buddhism and this modern reductive view of identity.Your writing should be typed in a Word document in 12 point, Times New Roman font and must be over 250 words in length. You do not need outside sources to complete this assignment, reading the article should be enough

Yad VashemJewish Memorial Berlin[For an overview of Holocaust memorials, see this lecture(https://britishassociationforholocauststudies.wordpress.com/an-evening-lecture-with-professor-james-e-young/?fbclid=IwAR164iVIwpyf-eJi4ILOVPEtj-sPft7b0TEifLR_ZlvsonzZMizefWn_GGg) byJames E. Young, “The Stages of Memory: Reflections on Memorialization and Global Commemoration,”hosted by The British Association for Holocaust Studies,Literature/PoetrySebald, AusterlitzWiesel, NightAchebe, Things Fall ApartMorrison, BelovedCharlotte DelboLeila SebbarPaul CelanIrena KlepfiszFilmInglorious BasterdsThe Nasty Girl (Das Schreckliche Mädchen)Nowhere in AfricaIdaNumberedCachéWaltz with BashirMusicGoreckiChildish Gambino (“This is America”)HamiltonVisual Art/Artists

compose a nine-page dialogue in which Socrates (or Confucius) applies critical thinking to debunk a conspiracy theory. Instructions in Kreeft, SocraticLogic,P344-347.Each criterion is assigned a value of 10% towards a total of 100% from the ten criteria.Initial question arising from ordinary situation or conversation (#2, p.346)Socrates as questioner, not as preacher (#4, p.346; #3, p.347)Socratic irony (##5-6, p.346)Spiritual therapy and missionary work (##7-9, p.346)Definition of question (##1-2, pp.346-7)Socratic strategy (#5, p.347)Dramatic interest, turning on a key point (##6-7, p.347)Conclusion, either by way of closure or intimations (#9, p.347)Historical fidelity (#10, p.347)Spiritual fidelity (#4, p.345)

Alternative Presentations Assignment: Research PaperWrite a 5-7-page research paper on a theme in the New Testament (biblical theology). Choose a prominent theme in the New Testament. Read and research this theme in at least 5 different and substantial sources (at least 2 should be from a critical journal article). Develop a biblical theology of this theme. Identify similarities and differences in its presentation evaluating its integration within the New Testament: The Theology of the Messiah; the Theology of the Salvation; The Theology of Suffering; The Theology of Church; The Theology of Leadership; The Theology of Wisdom; or The Theology of the Worship.

The importance of St Anselm of Canterbury for the development of Christian Theology, and the emphasis he placed on the interworking of Reason, Revelation and Faith.

Read: Salvation Salvation – Alternative Formats ” by Langston Hughes.Listen to: “The Distance of the Moon” by Italo CalvinoReflections on “Salvation” and “The Distance of the Moon”Both stories are about children learning lessons about life. What lessons are learned by the narrators? How are they similar and different?

a) Minimum of 250 words, no more than 750 words. (b) Font is Arial, 12pt. (c) Use standard margins: One inch from the left, right, and bottom edges. Do not justify right margins. (d) Use double spacing. (e) Utilize a graphic organizer. (f) Employ the Army Writing Style and standard written English. (g) Use the essay format. (h) Provide a strong purpose statement. *** it should be more about the Army

In this assignment, you will demonstrate your understanding of the Christian worldview, including the main topics you have covered up to this point. You will summarize and analyze the essential elements of the gospel (nature of God, nature of humanity, nature of Jesus, and restoration) and reflect on implications for the Christian worldview.Write a 1,500-2,000-word essay using at least four resources. The four resources need to include at least two course resources (textbook, topic overviews, the Bible) and at least two other sources from the Library to support your points. Remember, the Bible counts as one resource regardless of how many times you use it or how many verses you cite.Begin your paper with an appropriate introduction, including a thesis statement to introduce the purpose of the paper. Present the gospel essentials (nature of God, nature of humanity, nature of Jesus, and restoration), the Christian foundation, and an analysis of the implications of the Christian worldview.Use the “Gospel Essentials Essay Template.” Based on the Christian worldview, write at least one paragraph for each of the following components.Nature of God: What is the triune God like? What are God’s characteristics? What is his creation?Nature of Humanity: What is human nature? What is human purpose? What is the root cause of human problems?Nature of Jesus: What is Jesus’s true identity? What was Jesus’s kingdom purpose? Why is Jesus’s identity and work significant for the Christian worldview?Restoration: What is the solution to human problems according to the Christian worldview? What role do grace, faith, and repentance play in Christian salvation? How do Christians think that the transformation of self and society happen?Christian Foundation: Summarize how the concepts of the gospel essentials (nature of God, nature of humanity, nature of Jesus, and restoration) constitute the foundation of the Christian worldview. In other words, how are these concepts essential to the Christian worldviewAnalysis of the Implications of the Christian Worldview: Based on the previous five prompts, analyze the implications of the Christian worldview by addressing each of the following questions:What are the benefits or strengths of the Christian worldview as it relates to human value and dignity?Compare the Christian concept of salvation in contrast to any other worldview perspective.How the Christian worldview influence a person’s thinking and behavior?What do people find troublesome or confusing about Christianity and why?Conclusion: Synthesize the main points, pulling the ideas of the paper together.ReferencesUse at least four required resources to support your claims: at least two course resources (textbook, topic overviews, the Bible) and at least two other sources from the Library.Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. Review the APA Template for formatting and utilize the attached “Gospel Essentials Template” to complete the benchmark assignment.This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.Benchmark InformationThis benchmark assignment assesses the following competencies:MC1: Critical ThinkingMC2: Effective CommunicationMC3: Christian Worldview Knowledge3.1 – Examine the ideological foundation of the Christian worldview.3.2 – Analyze the implications of the Christian worldview as it relates to human value and dignity.

Describe the story of creation from the Upanishads: who was the first, order of creation, the highest creation, a germinal form of the cast system, and the concept of nonviolence (ahimsa)

minimum of at least six references needed, I have a outline here would like something like this.IntroductionThe Great Commission3.The Concept of Soul Winning4. Challenges within the ChurchLiving in a anti Christian cultureConsumer Christians5.Evangelism barriersUnwillingnessFear of rejection6.Present day challengesPandemiCThe unknown factor7. The Impact of Evangelism to Church Growth8.Conclusion