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“Coexistence”, Sule Yilmaz

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"I had a dream a couple of weeks ago, where I was at the mosque that I usually attend; it seemed enormous and filled with spiritual light, which we refer to as ―Noor‖. I could feel the profundity in the atmosphere as I wondered around. Then I found myself baffled by the fact there were Christian congregations as well as Jewish, along with Muslims, each group gathered around their religious leaders and praying and singing. However, to my astonishment they all were singing the same religious song. As I …

The Immoral Sati Ritual, Andy Skyprek

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"On September 4^th of 1987, Roop Kanwar died in the flames of her husband‘s funeralpyre. She, like other Hindu women before her, made this self sacrifice in the customary act of sati to prove her devotion to her husband, and to honor his life. Sati is a controversial topic. It is prohibited by the Indian government for its inhumanity, but there are people who find it critical to the Hindu faith."

An Investigation Of Feral Children And Original Sin, Christina Regelsberger

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"The subject of feral children has often been explored from a variety of viewpoints and angles. Frequently, such topics as education, language acquisition, emotional stability, mental stability and behavioral patterns are reviewed. However, the motive of actions or the inherent tendency of feral children to behave one way or another is often overlooked. The question remains whether feral children (prior to their integration into society), are in possession of original sin. Many maintain that all humans are born with an inherent desire to do evil. However, is it the …

"If Only They Could Know", Thomas J. Jewel

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"Teenager. Like most of the developmental stages of our young – the stage of ―teenager‖ can be described but never really understood until one travels that stretch of road for oneself with their teen. During a recent trip down a particularly tumultuous part of that path I recall wishing, yet again, ―If only they could understand and know the depth of the love we have for them – one they can so apparently not see at this point in their lives." A reflection that leads only to deeper thoughts …

Num3ers, Vincent J. Amuso

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"Both Dianne and I are engineers. I guess you could say we like numbers. So here we go. 46: The number of years we have been alive. 1964: Both born in Utica, New York. 2: The number of parents we are each blessed to still have with us. My parents are of Italian descent. Dianne’s are of Polish heritage. Both sets of parents are very proud of their ancestry. 5: The number of siblings I have plus 3, the number of siblings I have in heaven. 1: The number …

Mixed Martial Arts As A Way To God?, Emily Dane

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"Jay Coakely, a prominent sport sociologist, has explored the links between religion and sport. Many avid sports fans insist that sport participation or viewing is their religion, and Coakley explores how this concept may not be far from the truth. Both have places for communal gatherings – religions have churches, temples, and mosques, sports have stadiums, ball fields, and arenas. Both have rituals before, during, and after events – religions have baptisms, opening hymns, and processions, sports have national anthems, initiations, and tailgating. The use of organizing structures, the …

Pekaresque Adventures: Aesthetics And Identity In "American Splendor", Tim Madigan

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"When considering the ontological status of the comic book, it was once natural to think of superheroes battling all-powerful villains, Archie and Jughead battling wits with Principal Weatherbee, or Bugs Bunny and Porky Pig battling Elmer J. Fudd in the forest. In short, the assumption was that comic books were kids‘ stuff, and not to be taken seriously by world-weary adults. Much has changed in the last 20 or so years, with the rise of the so-called graphic novel, but many of these – including such seminal works as …

The Sex Trade, Evil And Christian Theology, Glenn M. Harden

ATS Dissertations

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46 | The Ramat Bet Shemesh Regional Project: The Gazetteer, Yehuda Dagan

IAA Reports—Monograph Series of the Israel Antiquities Authority

The Ramat Bet Shemesh Project was initiated by the IAA following plans to transform a large undeveloped area of the Judean Shephelah into a densely-built urban center. The aim of the project was to conduct a high-resolution regional study in the designated area, including archaeological and prehistoric, as well as ecological and environmental surveys, in order to record the ancient remains and the natural environment that were to be completely destroyed. This first volume presents all the sites surveyed during the project, as well as the results of 100 small-scale excavations and some preliminary interpretations by the excavators.

Global Shifts, Theoretical Shifts: Changing Geographies Of Religion, Lily Kong

Research Collection School of Social Sciences

The paper evaluates the burst in geographical research on religion in the last decade. It examines: (1) the relative emphases and silences in analyses of different sites of religious practice, sensuous geographies, population constituents, religions, geographies and scales of analyses; (2) the rise in the discourse of postsecularization; and (3) four contemporary global shifts (growing urbanization and social inequality, deteriorating environments, ageing populations, and increasing human mobilities), the ways in which religion shapes human response to them, and the implications for new research agendas. © 2010 The Author(s).

Environmental Conditions Of Green Valley Lake, Jennifer Bellamy

All-Inclusive List of Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Green Valley Lake, western Indiana, has experienced periodic inputs of acid mine drainage (AMD) from the abandoned Green Valley Coal Mine. The lake serves as a state fishing area, and AMD inputs may affect the aquatic ecosystem and human health. The purpose of this research is to determine to what extent the sediments in Green Valley Lake are acting as sinks for metals and if they may impact water quality. Water and bottom sediment samples were taken throughout the lake to evaluate spatial variability of contamination and to determine how the metal concentrations compared to Post Archean Average Shale (PAAS) …

The Changing Role Of The Pastor's Wife In Today's Evangelical Church, Debra D. Benoit

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this project is to explore the changes that have occurred in the lives of pastors' wives over the years in regards to her position in the church, her role within the family and her life outside of the church. Research will be conducted through interviews of pastors' wives in various stages of ministry and church experience, as well as a research/literature review of materials showing the historical role of the pastor's wife and how her role has continually developed and changed over the years. The underlying goal of this thesis is to provide a framework for teaching …

Review: Hokkeji And The Reemergence Of Female Monastic Orders In Premodern Japan, James C. Dobbins

Faculty & Staff Scholarship

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Russian Life And Religion: A Comparative Study Pre-And Post 1991, Jennifer Torbic

Honors Capstone Projects and Theses

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The Faithful Flyer, 11-28-2010, University Of Dayton. Campus Ministry

Chapel Bulletins

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2010-11-27; Pamphlets; Reverend Marilyn Louise Robinson, Lincoln Memorial United Methodist Church

Pamphlets and Commemoration Material

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Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, And Work, Theology Of Work Project, Mark Roberts

Theology of Work Project

1. Overview of Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians and Work
2. Galatians and Work
   • Introduction to Galatians
   • Understanding Life in Christ (Gal 1:6-4:31)
   • Living in Christ (Gal 5:1-6:10)
     • Living in the Spirit (Gal 5:13-23)
     • Working for the Good of Others (Gal 6:1-10)
     • Closing Remarks (Gal 6:11-18)
   • Conclusions (Galatians)
3. Ephesians and Work
   • Introduction to Ephesians
   • God's Grand Plan: A Theological Vision (Eph 1:1-3:21)
   • God's Grand Plan: A Practical Guide (Eph 4:1-6:24)
     • Working Hard for Good and for Giving (Eph 4:28)
     • Mutuality in Working for the Lord (Eph 5:21-6:9)
       • Christian Slaves (Eph 6:6-8)
       • Christian Masters (Eph 6:5-11)
   • Conclusions (Ephesians)
4. Philippians and Work
   • Introduction to Philippians
   • God's …

Prophets And Pastors, David Hamstra

Memory, Meaning & Faith

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The Faithful Flyer, 11-21-2010, University Of Dayton. Campus Ministry

Chapel Bulletins

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St. Mark’S Catholic Community Of The Deaf, November 21, 2010

Saint Mark's Catholic Community of the Deaf

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in Edmonton, Canada

Saint Mark's Catholic Community of the Deaf Finding Aid

Cultivating Attentiveness, Dale Cooper

Coop's Column

A devotional about the importance of being wholly attentive to God, rather than dismissive or untoward. Includes a prayer from a hymn by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend.

At The Limits: Raimundo Panikkar’S Long Theological Journey, James L. Fredericks

Theological Studies Faculty Works

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The Montanist Controversy And Ellen White, David Hamstra

Memory, Meaning & Faith

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Mulling Judgment Without Millennial Fears, Lawrence Frizzell

Department of Religion Publications

Cycle C liturgical readings for the Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, November 14, 2010: Mal 3:19-20, Ps 98, 2 Thes 3:7-12, Lk 21:5-19. This article was previously published in The Catholic Advocate.p

The Faithful Flyer, 11-14-2010, University Of Dayton. Campus Ministry

Chapel Bulletins

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Predestined To Freedom According To Foreknowledge And Other Kinds Of Divine Knowledge, Martin Hanna

Memory, Meaning & Faith

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Ezekiel And Work, Theology Of Work Project, Steven Mason

Theology of Work Project

1. Introduction to Ezekiel
2. Ezekiel 1-17
3. Ezekiel 18
   • The Righteous Man Does Not Oppress, But Restores to the Debtor His Pledge (Ezek 18:5, 7)
   • The Righteous Man Does Not Steal, But Instead Feeds the Hungry and Clothes the Naked (Ezek 18:7b)
   • The Righteous Man Does Not Take Advance or Accrued Interest (Ezek 18:8a)
   • The Righteous Man Does No Wrong, But Judges Fairly Between Parties (Ezek 18:8b)
4. Ezekiel 22
5. Ezekiel 26-28
6. Ezekiel 33
7. Ezekiel 34
8. The Covenantal Hope (Ezek 35-48)

Predestination - Necessary For Freedom? (Kyle A. Pasewark), Kyle A. Pasewark

Memory, Meaning & Faith

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Mormon Media Studies Symposium - 2010, Sherry Baker

Faculty Publications

Website for the Mormon Media Studies Symposium year 2010.

Revelation And Work, Theology Of Work Project, Sean Mcdonough

Theology of Work Project

1. Introduction to Revelation
2. The Time of God's Kingdom is Near (Revelation 1)
3. Messages to the Churches (Revelation 2 and 3)
4. The Throne Room of God (Revelation 4 and 5)
5. The Strange Way Forward (Revelation 6-16)
6. A Tale of Two Cities (Revelation 17-22)
7. Applications in Today’s Workplace (Revelation)