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In Search of Jesus of Nazareth, 2002.
A discussion of the existence and support for the historical critical perspective on the four Gospels.
1,599 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 68.95
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This paper examines how the four Gospels, Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are four of the most controversial books in what makes up what we know as the modern Bible and how they form the basis of the modern Christian religion itself. It looks at how there are two conflicting views of the Gospels, the fundamentalist view, which takes the incredible happenings contained in these books on faith and the historical-critical view. It evaluates how the fundamentalist view contends that the miracles performed are indeed factual and literal accounts of the events that transpired. It shows how the historical-critical view of presents the happenings in the four Gospels as a type of myth and takes the viewpoint that the happenings are allegorical, or political satire, as opposed to being factual accounts of the events including the stand that Jesus represents a set of ideals, rather than an actual living person. It analyzes how the contradictory positions of these two viewpoints shake the very foundation of modern Christianity.
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"There are four basic hypotheses that support the fundamentalist point of view of the synoptic gospels. They are called the Markan priority hypothesis, the Matthean priority hypothesis, the Lukan priority hypothesis, and the Griesbach hypothesis (Carlson, online). These hypotheses explain the similarities in the Gospels by acknowledging that someone wrote it first, and then the other two copied it. The differences are explained as writer errors on the part of the copier, or as personal differences in the interpretation of the writings of another. The only disagreements between these hypotheses are the arguments over who the primary author was, and who copied whom. The main point to remember, in the historical critical view, is that no matter, who copied whom, the accounts of the events were written down at least fifty years after the death of Jesus. If the original writers of the Gospels were actual witnesses to the events, they would be very old by the time they wrote the stories."
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The Importance of the Historicity of Jesus, 2005.
An explanation why historical research on Jesus of Nazareth is of crucial importance for the Christian faith.
1,351 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 59.95
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This paper discusses four fundamental reasons for researching the historicity of Jesus of Nazareth, and why this is particularly important today. The author explains from a Christian viewpoint that the ways Christians think, worship, and practice must be explicitly related to the Jesus of Nazareth who actually lived in Palestine. The author provides the historical background for the ongoing controversy about Jesus' life, and suggests that Christians need to use all available tools for historical analysis in order to actualize Jesus for the Church and its opponents today.
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"In the post-modern world of today, much of humanity demands factuality that is based upon empirically-corroborated and observed scientific theory. Over the last few centuries, scientific thought and method have fundamentally altered humankind's understanding of our surroundings by demonstrating that everything around us is governed by certain naturalistic and physical laws. Such fundamental changes in our understanding of reality have come into direct conflict with many previous notions inherent within Christian doctrines and teachings."
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The Righteous Teacher and Jesus Christ, 1994.
A comparison of the proclamations of the figure in the Scroll of Habakkuk and Jesus of Nazareth as represented in the Sermon on the Mount.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 61.95
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"This paper will offer a comparison and contrasting of the "Righteous Teacher," as suggested in the translation of the restored Scroll of Habakkuk recovered from the first cave at Qumran in 1948, and the figure of Jesus of Nazareth, the Christ of the New Testament, as presented in the Gospel of Matthew; specifically, the "Sermon on the Mount" in Chapters 5, 6, and 7, which was His first discourse, on the Righteousness of the Kingdom.
The Midrash Pesher of Habakkuk, as Brownlee titles it, is perhaps a mixed metaphor in terms of biblical commentary. In the strictest sense, midrash is seen as scholarly, rabbinical commentary on and interpretation of the books of the Hebrew Scriptures, and Jewish religious observance and practice in the light thereof. The Midrashic tradition traces its origin to the..."
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The Parable of the "Lost Son", 2007.
Looks at the parable of the "Lost Son" (Luke 15:11-32) and its purpose in the film "Jesus of Nazareth".
1,010 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 0 sources, AU$ 46.95
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This paper describes one of the most well-known parables the "Prodigal Son" or "Lost Son" (Luke 15:11-32), which encompasses all the ideas of Christian doctrine. The author discusses the literal and the spiritual or metaphorical interpretations of the message of the story and relates the way that Franco Zeffirelli directed the telling of this parable in his movie "Jesus of Nazareth". The author concludes that Zeffirelli probably chose to include this scene in the movie as a way to visually demonstrate the response that Jesus' listeners had when incorporating the story into their own lives.
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"Because Jesus' mission on Earth was to spread the word of God and wash away people's sins, the purpose of this particular parable is to show that even the most corrupt individual can still enter the Kingdom of Heaven if he or she places full faith in the Lord and asks to be forgiven for his or her sins. In order to be permitted to enter the Lord's Kingdom, one must trust and believe completely in the words of Jesus and the omnipotent supremacy of God over all things human and earthly."
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"Utilitarianism and Morality", 2002.
This essay discusses how, in "Utilitarianism", John Stuart Mill states that, "In the golden rule of Jesus of Nazareth, we read the complete spirit of the ethics of utility".
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 80.95
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This paper relates Mill's statement: "To do as one would be done by, and to love one's neighbor as oneself, constitute the ideal perfection of utilitarian morality." In this way, Mill succeeds in characterizing the spirit of utilitarianism as a moral theory. The author thinks that this is because it becomes in people's self-interest to be good to others.
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"Jesus of Nazereth", 2002.
An overview of Franco Zeffirelli's film, written in question format.
3,400 words (approx. 13.6 pages), 1 source, AU$ 161.95
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This paper examines twelve specific questions that address the film "Jesus of Nazareth" (directed by Franco Zeffirelli, 1977). These questions all require the reader to examine the portrayal of specific events in the film. There is a heavy emphasis on providing a personal response to these questions.
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Jesus, 2008.
This paper contends that Jesus was an exorcist even though not many people would think of Jesus when this term is mentioned.
1,485 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 64.95
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This paper explains that Jesus was an exorcist, which is someone who drives out evil spirits or demons from people or places that have been possessed, most often by invoking the name of God. The author points out that the Gospel of Mark provides many examples depicting Jesus as an exorcist, who expelled demons and warded off evil. Mark understood that the miracles Jesus performed were his combat against the forces of evil. The paper concludes that, as depicted in Mark's gospel, healing people and casting out demonic spirits played an important role in Jesus' ministry, an important action in furthering the kingdom of God on earth.
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"Mark's accounts of all of Jesus' exorcisms did not set him apart or single him out; in fact, it was just the opposite, all the stories Mark tells about the exorcisms make Jesus appear as a real part of the community at the time. There were many stories of men performing all types of wondrous acts. One difference was that Jesus' method of simple command over the demons was very different from the types of exorcisms practiced by other holy men of his time. Most exorcists of that period relied on rituals, chants, signs and artifacts to expel evil spirits. "
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Jesus Compared, 2002.
Discusses how Jesus is presented in the Book of Matthew and then shows how this version differs from the Books of Mark and John.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 34.95
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In various places in the Book of Matthew Jesus is demonstrated as being different from Jesus in the Books of Mark and John. Comparison of the accounts of Jesus in the Book of Matthew is different than the versions of Mark and John. Who is Jesus in Matthew? Why are the versions of the accounts in Matthew different from either John or Mark? How are they different? What makes the difference between these accounts? Throughout the versions of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John they each see Jesus differently. Each of these versions has been written for a different audience. Each writer has a different version due to his or her own personalities. This essay compares Jesus in Matthew compared to Mark and Luke using specific examples in the Scriptures illustrating their version of Jesus.
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Jesus and the Fishing Boat, 2008.
This paper discusses Jesus and the discovery of a 27-foot fishing boat dating back to the first century B.C., concentrating on the concept of the Sea of Galilee.
1,912 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 8 sources, APA, AU$ 79.95
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This research paper focuses on the 27-foot fishing boat from the first century BC found in the Sea of Galilee that is believed to be connected to the historical Jesus. The paper relates that the topic is linked to the ideas surrounding the historical Jesus, his life, activities, involvements, relationships, and view. The paper further relates that the information it contains also describes the artifact and looks at how and where it was discovered. The writer concludes that without the Sea of Galilee, used as an allegory in many of the parables of Jesus, these stories might have been much more difficult for the disciples to understand however, the references to the Sea of Galilee and specifically to the fishermen's trade lends comprehension to many of the sayings of Jesus, that otherwise would have been more difficult for the people of that time to discern and comprehend.
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Objective
Introduction
Was This The boat That Jesus Sat, Slept and Taught In?
The Fishing Economy & The Sea of Galilee
The Historical Jesus
Jesus was a Fisher of Men
Why the Sea of Galilee?
Summary & Conclusion
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"In many ways, the Sea of Galilee is centric to the life and story of the historical Jesus as he called several of his disciples from the shorelines of the Sea of Galilee and they followed him without question. The Sea of Galilee was an important part of the economy in this area of the world during the time that Jesus walked upon the earth and fishing was an important livelihood as well as being important insofar as the food market in this area of the world. Jesus used the symbolism of the fish in many of his teachings, parables and sermons. In fact, the Christian symbol known as the Ichthus is the symbol of a fish, and it is know that during time of Christian persecution following the life, crucifixion, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus that when two Christians would meet they would identify themselves one to the other by one tracing half of the fish symbol in the sand with his foot, and the other, if a Christian, would then trace the other half of the symbol in the sand with his foot thus completing the symbolic 'Ichthus' and both would know that they were in the company of another Christian and that it was safe to talk about Jesus and his ministry."
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Jesus and Mohammed, 2006.
This paper compares Jesus and Mohammed, the central figures of two of the world's major religions Christianity and Islam.
1,535 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 65.95
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This paper explains that Jesus was born in Bethlehem, sometime between 8 BC and 29 AD, of virgin birth; whereas, Mohammed was born in a well-to-do family in Mecca (in present-day Saudi Arabia) in 570 AD and was raised by his uncle Abu Talib,the leader of the Hashim clan of the Quraish tribe. The author points out that the death of Jesus and Mohammed did not impede the growth of their religions mainly due to the efforts of their disciples. The paper relates that, although moderate Muslims emphasize the peaceful character of the religion, the extremist elements among the Muslims emphasize the aspects of Mohammed's teachings relating to "Jihad" and his military conquests; however, Jesus' message is purely non-violent and stresses the infinite love of God for humanity.
Table of Contents:
Tracing the Lives of Jesus and Mohammed
Jesus
Mohammed
Impact of the Deaths of Jesus and Mohammed on their Religions
How the Messages of Jesus and Mohammed Being Carried out in the World Today
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"Most Christians believe that Jesus is divine and a member of the Holy Trinity, i.e., one of the three divine persons who are God (the other two being the Father and the Holy Spirit). They believe that he is the Son of God and the Messiah. Hence all those Christians who consider Jesus as divine consider it appropriate to worship him. They do so by singing his praises in hymns, psalms and spiritual songs and by praying to him in the Church. They also quote passages in the Gospel in which the faithful are commanded to worship God (Matthew 4:10; Revelation 19:10; 22:9) and point out that Jesus never objected to his own worship."
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'Living Jesus', 2007.
This paper studies the work 'Living Jesus: Learning the Heart of the Gospel', by Luke Timothy Johnson.
2,844 words (approx. 11.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 109.95
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In this article the writer discusses that 'Living Jesus: Learning the Heart of the Gospel' offers a deeply personal insight into approaching the meaning of Jesus Christ within an admirably scholastic framework. The writer notes that the author's primary goal and objective in writing 'Living Jesus' may be to stimulate new modes of thinking about Gospel and to renew or initiate appreciation of the resurrected, living, omnipresent Jesus Christ. The writer concludes that the title of 'Living Jesus' offers readers a double-meaning to contemplate. The writer explains that Jesus is at once living, fully alive and omnipresent and that the title also refers to an active incorporation of Christianity into one's personal life: living Jesus, living as a Christian.
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"Being a Christian, according to the author requires a heartfelt confession in the immanence of Jesus: His divine presence in the world. Johnson's emphasis is on action and process, rather than on historical analysis. While the author does not discount the relevance of historical examinations of the life and times of Jesus Christ, he denounces such historical investigations as missing the point. The historian's Jesus is dead, whereas the faithful Christian's Jesus is alive. The mystery of the resurrection is the central motif by which Christians can ponder the living Jesus and His role in the world. Moreover, the resurrection forms the actual inception of the Christian faith, because the cult of Jesus began with the moment of the resurrection."
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Jesus of Montreal, 2002.
Comparison of the life of Jesus to the depiction in the movie "Jesus of Montreal"
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 34.95
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This three-page undergraduate paper offers a comparison between the life and actions of Jesus Christ compared to what is given or shown in the film "Jesus of Montreal" concerning the life and actions of Daniel Coloumbe.
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Jesus, God the Son.
This paper uses biblical sources to discuss Jesus, God the Son.
2,925 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 112.95
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This paper explains that, as the Second Adam, Jesus re-enacted the scene in the Garden of Eden and reversed the choice of the First Adam through perfect obedience to God, the Father, who came into the world without the curse of sin, which has passed from Adam down to the last mortal, by being conceived of the Holy Ghost or Holy Spirit, the Third Person of the Divine Trinity and born of a virgin, Mary of Nazareth. The author points out that Jesus speaks of God, the Father, as His Father in a most distinct way. God is the Father of others in that He is of the same nature as His Father, His divine sonship being clearly recorded in the Synoptic Gospels. The paper relates that every mortal is confronted with a choice to accept or reject the offer of salvation by Jesus Christ, who claims to be the Son of God and God the Son; the choice involves everlasting happiness or everlasting punishment, and it is not a mere option that can be rationalized.
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"In the company of His first disciples, Jesus walked on the sea, calmed the storm and cast out demons (Mark 6:47-50, Mark 1:23-28, 4:35-41). After 40 days and 40 nights of fasting in the wilderness, Jesus was tempted by the devil to prove that He is the Son of God by turning stones into bread and hurling Himself down from the top of a temple (Matt 4:4-6). He preached that men should come to God trustingly as little children, "for such is the kingdom of God (Mark 10:13-16)." He taught obedience to God the Father from His own example of perfect obedience, even to the point of dying on the cross (Philippians 2:8), as His part in the divine plan, for which alone He became flesh."
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The Jesus Bracelet, 2006.
A discussion of the so-called Jesus bracelet, a bracelet with beads and charms that tells the story of Jesus.
690 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 30.95
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This paper examines a bracelet with beads and charms that tells the life story of Jesus. The analysis focuses on how the artifact serves spiritual, social and entertainment purposes for wearers.
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Jesus and Women, 2002.
A discussion of how Jesus and the Disciples enhanced the treatment of
women through the example of Mary Magdalene.
2,657 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 103.95
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This paper examines how women in the New Testament are presented in a positive light with Jesus and how women are seen as individuals who can comprehend the teaching of Jesus. It looks at how Jesus disregards the way he was supposed to treat women as society dictated and how instead he saw them as simply human beings, setting an example for his followers and the rest of the Christian church. It shows how the life of Mary Magdalene clearly illustrates that women were to be seen, treated and spoken to as equal individuals and how her life and time with Jesus and his disciples demonstrate the beginning of social change for women.
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"Perhaps the strongest example we have of how to treat women is through Jesus himself. Although Jesus did not specifically explain his teaching on women, how he treated them demonstrates his attitude toward them. His encounters with women seem to point to the fact that he expected them to maintain an equal footing in many situations, as did men. In fact, some of the most magnificent conversations were women. These conversations include that of Mary Magdalene and the Samaritan woman, and Martha. From Jesus, we can see how important it is to look beyond social class and race to find the real person. Such thinking was unusual for the society at this time, but Jesus, the disciples, and the women who followed Jesus obviously never experienced any problems with females functioning as active members of their group?in fact, they were probably helpful and even necessary in some circumstances."
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Different Perspectives of Jesus, 2004.
An examination of how Jesus is depicted in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke.
1,358 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 59.95
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This paper contends that the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke offer different representations of Jesus that operate together to establish the full character of Jesus. The paper claims that different perspectives of Jesus help us to realize his importance in regards to various topics. For example, Matthew wrote his Gospel with the intention of convincing Jews that Jesus was indeed the Messiah. Mark focuses on Jesus the teacher. Luke shows us a man that was the friend of those who were typically rejected by society. The paper explains that these different portraits blend together to create the magnificence of Jesus.
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"Eugene Peterson adds that Matthew begins his Gospel "by setting the local story of Jesus in it world historical context. He makes sure that as we read his account of the birth, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, we see the connections with everything that has gone before" (Peterson 8). John MacArthur states that Matthew "argues that Christ is the Messiah" (MacArthur Gospel According to Jesus 61) and "describes a series of Jesus' miracles categorically selected to show the range of the Messiah's credentials" (61). Halley points out that "tradition says that Matthew preached in Palestine for some years, and then traveled to other countries; that he wrote his Gospel originally in Hebrew, and some years later, probably about A. D. 60, issued a more complete edition in Greek" (Halley 413). The context of the Gospel helps establish its credibility."
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