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?The Passion of the Christ?, 2004.
This paper contends that Mel Gibson?s film, ?The Passion of the Christ?, is essentially a passionless piece of filmmaking.
1,585 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, AU$ 83.95
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This paper explains that some film critics point out some glaring historical and scriptural inaccuracies in ?The Passion of the Christ?; using Latin might have been an impressive and unusual screenwriting technique, but it lent only a false sense of historical accuracy to the film. The author points out that part of why ?The Passion of the Christ? is passionless is because Gibson does not endeavor to explain the teachings of Jesus or invoke any real sympathy for the man. The paper concludes that the film does deliver a poignantly visceral rendition of the Passion of Christ, even if it does not amount to filmmaking genius and reveals the mind of Mel more than the mind of God.
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"The cinematography of "The Passion of Christ" is stunning, and along with the acting, offers the film some saving grace. For instance, at the end of the film, after Jesus has been crucified, Mary holds the body of her dead son with Mary Magdalene at her side in a modern amalgamation of Pieta representations in painting and sculpture. The shot is one of the film?s most memorable and expertly composed, as if it were a study for a Michelangelo painting. Moreover, after the crucifixion, some brilliant camera work depicts the event as it would be viewed from heaven, in a swirling mass of color. This scene precedes a supposedly cosmic-inspired earthquake that destroys the Jewish Temple. Whether or not the earthquake actually did occur is irrelevant because Gibson was going for meaning and effect."
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Gibson's "Passion of the Christ", 2006.
An analysis of Mel Gibson's controversial film, "Passion of the Christ".
4,366 words (approx. 17.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 186.95
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This paper summarizes and analyzes Mel Gibson's movie "Passion of the Christ", explaining the film's theological, historical and artistic elements. The paper also explains that, while each of these elements are already controversial by themselves, in combination made the film even more prone to controversy.
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"In the earlier category are moments like that in which Jesus falls and then speaks to his mother telling her that he will make "all things new." This quote is out of context, coming from considerably later in the Bible. The point is not that Jesus actually made all things new at this historical moment, but rather than Gibson wishes the audience to know that the purpose of this suffering is to bring about a state of newness and grace -- and not having time to make a film of the entire history of Christianity, he moves this vital point into the narrative, making it prophetic rather than active."
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"The Passion of the Christ", 2004.
A review of Mel Gibson?s film, ?The Passion of the Christ,? with a focus on the negative effects of the film.
864 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 49.95
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This paper presents a study of the scholarly and cultural ramifications of Mel Gibson?s film, ?The Passion of the Christ?. The impact of the film on New Testament studies is considered. The paper discusses the general cultural ramifications of the film.
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"Any film concerning Christ?s passion is a combination of the four Gospels according to Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. Gibson?s film is no exception, yet there are some points of emphasis in this particular work that may impact New Testament studies significantly. The first of these is the emphasis on the Jewish nation as sinners, rejecters of Christ and directly guilty for the crucifixion. The second is the emphasis on the brutality of Christ?s death in preference to the other elements of the salvation message, such as God?s love and Christ?s resurrection."
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Mel Gibson's ?The Passion of the Christ?, 2004.
This paper discusses director Mel Gibson's movie, "The Passion of the Christ", concerned specifically and graphically with the details of the torture and death of Jesus.
890 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 51.95
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This paper explains that the violent nature of ?The Passion of the Christ? has created a great deal of controversy, but the movie has largely been seen as an accurate portrayal. The author points out that, in terms of New Testament studies, the movie's reach is limited because it contains a relatively restricted look at Jesus' teachings and because the movie has been criticized as anti-Semitic. The paper contends that, perhaps, the movie's greatest impact has been on the culture at large because it has increased interest in Christ's resurrection, and religious groups have taken this opportunity to use the movie for outreach.
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Introduction
Impact on New Testament Studies
Impact on Culture at Large
Conclusion
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"Gibson's movie has been criticized as being anti-Semitic in nature, an accusation that has an impact on New Testament studies as well as on larger culture. In the movie, Gibson decides to omit the line from John's gospel that shows Caiaphas' inner torment at sending Jesus to the cross. In omitting this line, it can be argued that Gibson's movie is anti-Semitic, as it clearly shows Pontius Pilate's inner conflict with his actions."
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Film: "Passion of Christ", 2008.
Reviews Mel Gibson's film "Passion of Christ" (2004), which was developed around verses from 'Isaiah 53' in the "New Testament".
895 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 51.95
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The paper describes the way that the film, "Passion of Christ" starts with a painful prayer from Jesus Christ followed by his disciple Judas betraying him. The author believes that the tortures and beatings of Jesus Christ are shown so intensely that they disturb the viewer's emotions. The paper relates the film's slow, gloomy environment as Christ moves along the path to the Mount of Olives. The author thinks that the most outstanding feature of the film is the portrayal of the human nature of the Son of God, which is beautifully expressed throughout the different emotional incidents.
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Abstract
About the Story
Characterization of People
Characterization of Time
Characterization of Town and Others
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"The entire movie moves along a single streak of time expect for the events of Jesus' life and his preaching remembered now and then .The sky, the sun and the moon are used to denote transition of time. Jesus Christ is caught on a gloomy night when he offers prayers to God to free him from the evil. Satan appears and signifies the start of evil. Mother Mary also feels that night to be strange and signifying something evil."
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Life after Christ: A Summary of ?The Acts?, 2001.
This paper looks at the influence of Christ on the Apostles after Christ's resurrection.
1,020 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 59.95
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This paper is an in-depth exploration of the role of the Apostles after Christ's resurrection. The author details 'The Acts' and its teachings, which marked the beginning of Christianity. The Apostles' goals in the aftermath of Christ's death and resurrection and the roles they played in shaping the development of Christianity is examined in detail. Some of the topics discussed include the sins of the people, the life of Saul, who became Paul, and many of the issues surrounding Baptism and the occurrence of miracles.
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"As well the apostles are required to help the world understand the teachings of Christ and to encourage them to carry forward the word of the Lord themselves, that is, in order to be converted and Saved. To that end, Peter performs a miracle, and both he and John preach the word of God to the people; as a result, the people begin to sell their possessions and give their lives over to Christ. An enraged Jewish authority then arrest the apostles for their heresies about resurrection and their apparent threat to what the authorities would have felt was their own just and rightful leadership. The apostles proclaimed Christ to be the one true power, and though the authorities were swayed by their ?notable miracle? (4:16), they chose to contain their voices by commanding them not to speak, nor teach, the Word of the Lord. Of course, the apostles would return to their teachings in the temple, performing miracles, and would again face conflict with the authorities."
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Life after Christ: A Summary of ?The Acts?, 2001.
This paper looks at the influence of Christ on the Apostles after Christ's resurrection.
1,020 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 59.95
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This paper is an in-depth exploration of the role of the Apostles after Christ's resurrection. The author details 'The Acts' and its teachings, which marked the beginning of Christianity. The Apostles' goals in the aftermath of Christ's death and resurrection and the roles they played in shaping the development of Christianity is examined in detail. Some of the topics discussed include the sins of the people, the life of Saul, who became Paul, and many of the issues surrounding Baptism and the occurrence of miracles.
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"As well the apostles are required to help the world understand the teachings of Christ and to encourage them to carry forward the word of the Lord themselves, that is, in order to be converted and Saved. To that end, Peter performs a miracle, and both he and John preach the word of God to the people; as a result, the people begin to sell their possessions and give their lives over to Christ. An enraged Jewish authority then arrest the apostles for their heresies about resurrection and their apparent threat to what the authorities would have felt was their own just and rightful leadership. The apostles proclaimed Christ to be the one true power, and though the authorities were swayed by their ?notable miracle? (4:16), they chose to contain their voices by commanding them not to speak, nor teach, the Word of the Lord. Of course, the apostles would return to their teachings in the temple, performing miracles, and would again face conflict with the authorities."
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?The Passionate Teacher?, 2004.
Discusses the infusion of passion in the process and content of teaching, as set forth by Robert L. Fried in his book, "The Passionate Teacher".
1,000 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 1 source, APA, AU$ 57.95
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With all the seemingly ?unrewarding? aspects of teaching, why do people still choose teaching as their profession? The paper shows how Robert L. Fried answers this question in his book, ?The Passionate Teacher,? where he identifies passion as the vital element that teachers must possess upon deciding that they want to choose teaching as their profession. The paper explains how, in the book, Fried explains the important guidelines that teachers must remember in order to ensure that their teaching is appropriate to the kind of students that they teach.
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"Thus, passion answers the question presented earlier, that is, why do people choose to teach as their profession despite its financial and emotional disadvantages. Passion plays a vital role in motivating people who are ready to help the younger generation not only in the transmission of knowledge, but also in communicating and sharing knowledge between the teachers and students. Passion ensures an individual to do his/her work well, satisfying not only the self but other people, especially the students, as well."
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"The Cross of Christ", 2006.
This paper examines Stott's book, "The Cross of Christ" that explores the meaning behind the Cross and Christ's death.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 42.95
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The paper maintains that Stott's book, "The Cross of Christ," is an important book. For those Christians who want to further explore the meaning behind the Cross and behind Christ's death, it is a thought-provoking resource. The paper explains how Stott makes a very good case for the Cross being more than simply important, but rather that it is a vital part of Christianity. Without the Cross, Stott argues that Christianity as we know it would not exist. The paper is of the opinion that after reading this book, it is difficult to argue with this perspective.
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"John R. W. Stott takes the position that the Cross is essential to Christianity. He makes his convincing argument by dividing the discussion into four parts, discussing the Cross as a symbol, the need for forgiveness, the spiritual benefits that the Cross has provided to believers and finally, on the practical and earthly teachings that the Cross can offer. Stott does not have all the answers on the subject of Christ's Cross. However, the book is a thoughtful and complex study offering suggestions on the subject of the Cross upon which Christ died. The Cross is important, Stott states, because it performs more than the single function of being the method of execution favored by the Romans."
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The Nature of Christ in Relation to God, 2004.
This paper is a proposal to investigate the nature of Christ in relation to God from both a philosophical and theological perspective.
5,760 words (approx. 23.0 pages), 27 sources, MLA, AU$ 224.95
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This paper explains that there are several ambiguities presented in the metaphysical and the materialist approaches to understanding the universe. The author points out that the basis of Hartshorne?s arguments is blind faith, but his presentations are convincing, as he has considered ?time? and ?necessity? as important factors. The paper states that, through a doctrinal approach, the relation between God and the ?Nature of Christ? may be explained through the understanding that Christ is God himself or at least an extension of him in the form of flesh, and this specifically relates to all His (Christ) divine actions while He was on earth.
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Introduction
Review
Hartshorne?s Argument
Immanuel Kant?s Contradiction
Evidence from the Bible
The ?Nature of Christ?: Old and New Testaments
The Dualist Perspective
Descartes? Opinion
Ryle?s Opinion
H.H. Price?s Opinion
Hick?s Opinion
Statement of the Problem
Thesis
Scope
Key Words
Terms and their Meanings
Perspectives (Philosophical)
Perspectives (Theological)
Proposal
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"In Descartes dualist concept, the belief in the existence of the mind and body is essential. Based on this concept, Descartes was able to know where he stood; he knew then that he existed because he could think. Hence, he believed in the following that is popular in contemporary times ?cogito ergo sum? or ?we think, therefore we are?. Descartes apparently has had significant impact on concepts of life after death. However, he faced obstacles in certain explanations, and this is because he could not provide convincing explanation for the relationship between body and mind."
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Reason and Passion, 2004.
An examination of David Hume's philosophy of reason and passion.
1,293 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 70.95
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This paper looks at how British philosopher David Hume posited that reason cannot be the major determinant of moral action and how, instead, reason should only play a secondary role to another primary human faculty, passion. It argues the continuing relevance of Hume?s thesis that, despite the current level of scientific knowledge, passion remains the strongest determinant of ethical and moral action. The first part of this paper evaluates Hume's conception of reason as an ability to calculate and to discern causation. The next part of the paper then looks at Hume's definition and categories of conception. In the final section, the paper compares Hume?s writings on the secondary role of reason to Peter Singer?s principle of utility and shows how passion continues to be the prime motivator human action.
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"Despite the supposed primacy of reason, however, most people disagree with controversial philosopher Peter Singer's view of "preference utilitarianism," an extreme ethical value system that seeks to replace individual instinctive interests with a ?reasoned? concept of the general good. Singer?s value system states that one's own interests and ideas matter only when seen in their consequence to everyone else's interests (Singer 15). According to Singer's preference utilitarian, the obligation of an American couple to feed and nurture their own baby is equal to their obligation to feed and nurture a refugee Kurdish child. After all, both children have an interest in eating and growing up. The fact that parents intuitively love their own child more than a child they have never met does not figure into Singer's equation."
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Two Natures of Christ, 2002.
Explores how Jesus Christ was both human and divine in nature.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 144.95
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This paper explores and explains the two natures of Christ. Here, the term "two natures of Christ" refers to the fact that Christ was both divine, being the son of God and therefore holy, as well as being human.
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A Review of "The Imitation of Christ", 2008.
A summary of and recommendation to read "The Imitation of Christ" by Thomas Kempis.
1,290 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 0 sources, MLA, AU$ 70.95
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This book review strongly recommends Thomas Kempis' "The Imitation of Christ" and claims that it is a life-changing book for Christian readers. The paper summarizes the book and discusses some of the issues it addresses, such as self-assessment, resisting temptation and the willingness to change. The author concludes by stating that the book helped him to become more self-reflective and aware of the changes that need to be made in his life.
Table of Contents:
The Benefits of Reading "The Imitation of Christ"
The Importance of Self-Assessment
Resisting Temptation and the Willingness to Change
Personal Relationship to Christ
Putting God First and the Willingness to Change
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"Throughout Kempis's meditations, the focus is on self-reflection and being willing to make changes when needed. The third book of Kempis's writings is different in that the disciple speaks and then the voice of Christ. One of the stories in the Old Testament is about Samuel hearing the voice of God. He is told to ask the Lord to speak to him. The second chapter in the III Book says, "Speak, therefore, Lord, for your servant listens. 'Thou hast the words of eternal life. Speak to me for the comfort of my soul and for the amendment of my life" (Kempis IIIii para. 7). When I read this, I asked myself if I was willing to listen. Am I willing to hear his voice? Sometimes we are so busy that we fail to hear his voice."
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Life after Christ: A Summary of ?The Acts?, 2001.
This paper looks at the influence of Christ on the Apostles.
1,020 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 59.95
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This paper is an in-depth exploration of the role of the Apostles after Christ's resurrection. The author details 'The Acts' and its teachings, which marked the beginning of Christianity. The Apostles' goals in the aftermath of Christ's death and resurrection and the roles they played in shaping the development of Christianity is examined in detail. Some of the topics discussed include the sins of the people, the life of Saul, who became Paul, and many of the issues surrounding Baptism and the occurrence of miracles.
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"As well the apostles are required to help the world understand the teachings of Christ and to encourage them to carry forward the word of the Lord themselves, that is, in order to be converted and Saved. To that end, Peter performs a miracle, and both he and John preach the word of God to the people; as a result, the people begin to sell their possessions and give their lives over to Christ. An enraged Jewish authority then arrest the apostles for their heresies about resurrection and their apparent threat to what the authorities would have felt was their own just and rightful leadership. The apostles proclaimed Christ to be the one true power, and though the authorities were swayed by their ?notable miracle? (4:16), they chose to contain their voices by commanding them not to speak, nor teach, the Word of the Lord. Of course, the apostles would return to their teachings in the temple, performing miracles, and would again face conflict with the authorities."
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The Body of Christ, 2001.
A detailed analysis of the symbolism of the body of Christ during the crucifixion and how this impacted conceptions of the human body and religion.
2,685 words (approx. 10.7 pages), 11 sources, AU$ 130.95
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A detailed analysis of the crucifixion of Christ. The author concentrates on the symbolism of the body of Christ during the crucifixion. It also looks at the importance and meaning that this created for the understanding and the conception of the human body during this time (in art and literature) and later on for the Christian religion and faith.
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"The symbolism of the body of Christ during the passion was the most influential and striking image during our later Medieval to the early modern period. The pain and wracking influence of the passion was so engrained on each person, through art, and through the constant images of crucifixion and pain that they viewed from day to day. This body held so much symbolism, each nook and cranny, and the importance of every wound. Because of this the manner in which the body of Christ is represented in art and literature is vitally important to understanding the conception of the human body during this time and the conception of the religion of these people."
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Dual Christs, 2003.
An analysis and comparison of Christ-figures in Faulkner's novel "Light in August" and Ernest Gaines' "A Lesson Before Dying".
1,246 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 68.95
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This paper looks at how both Ernest Gaines and William Faulkner utilize the idea of a metaphorical Christ-figure in their respective novels "A Lesson Before Dying" and "Light in August." Though the type of Christ-figure portrayed in each novel differs dramatically, the writer shows how both tie into the Biblical story of Jesus in a unique way and impart in the reader a better understanding of overall themes and morals that the author attempts to convey.
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"Clear evidence exists in both A Lesson Before Dying and Light in August to indicate that Jefferson and Christmas are intended by the authors as Christ-figures. In Lesson, Gaines frequently refers directly to religious times like Easter in connection with Jefferson's execution. Even more blatantly, Jefferson says to Wiggins while in jail, "Me, Mr. Wiggins. Me. Me to take the cross?? This establishes beyond reasonable doubt that Jefferson's character has some religious significance in the context of Christ. Faulkner also clearly alerts his readers to the connection between Joe Christmas and Christ. Christmas' name alone, which contains within it the name Christ and the initials "J.C.," provides enough to establish the relationship. Further evidence exists in numerous references to crucifixion and wooden poles that may serve as metaphors for the cross."
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