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For this assignment, you will write a 4-5-page (double spaced, 12 point font) memoirs of one of the characters in the book of Job (Job, Bildad, Zophar, Eliphaz, Elihu). Pick only one character. From the perspective of your chosen character, write your memoirs recalling the events, dialogues, and discourses found within the Book of Job. How would you describe all that has happened to Job and the ensuing dialogues and speeches, and what is your assessment of all of this? Write your memoirs from the perspective of your character. Each character had a particular point of view of Job and his suffering etc., and I want you to write from their point of view. Be sure to draw in things such as the retribution principle and theodicy to your memoirs as well as God’s speech near the end of the book.

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How do actively practicing Buddhists view and interact with local gods and non-Buddhist religious practices, such as the nats (spirits) and site/soil protectors of Thai local religion? As you reflect on this question, be sure to take into account such things as the Buddhist six realms and concept of the Indian devas or gods, the  Buddha’s interactions with other religious teachers and Indian gods and spirits (as described in the story of the Buddha), and the concept of the Buddhist path.

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Apart from entrenched cultural attitudes (e.g., misogyny), what are the reasons offered by the contemporary monastic Buddhist Sangha for resisting the [re-]ordination of full bhiksunis or Buddhist nuns? How have Buddhist women in Theravada countries sought to get around that impasse, embrace distinctive lifestyles akin to that of Buddhist bhiksuni (full nuns) or seek and manage to gain full ordination? How have the monastic Sangha, regional states, and Buddhists at large responded?

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Working as a community change agent, it is imperative that you understand and know the “best approaches” when conducting community-engaged research and practice. For this assignment, you will refer to the article by Pinto, McKay, and Escobar, “You Gotta Know the Community”: Minority Women Make Recommendations About Community-Focused Health Research. The purpose of this assignment is for you to provide insight into the article’s content by answering related questions. Your expected length is 2-3 pages, double-spaced.

Read and re-read the article! As you pay closer attention to the article, note the authors’ proposition and supporting ideas. Look at the abstract, introduction, and headers of each section for guiding points. Begin to note your responses to the following questions:

What was the overall purpose of the article? (5 points)
What were the authors trying to accomplish and why? (5 points)
Describe the study design. (5 points)
What were the questions the authors asked participants? (5 points)
What were the major themes of the authors’ qualitative analysis? (5 points)

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Must have access to Book: American Messiahs ISBN 978-1-63149-213-6

For this discussion, focus on Chapters 13-16, where the Brotherhood of New Life purchases property and starts to live in a communal society which they call "The Use." What decisions made Salem-on-Erie  "one of the longest lived and most successful communal societies in American history," p. 108? What caused Fountain Grove to fail? Do you see parallels with the settlement in Oregon?

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If you were to describe how theology is done, what would be the primary starting points for that discipline?  What are the sources of theology?

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What has been your understanding of the function and purpose of theology?

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How have you understood the relationship between theology and ministry up to this point?

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Confucius wrote of the “Superior Person,” in which every normal human being cherishes the aspiration to become superior to their own past and present as they set their sights on "perfect virtue."  When the basic Confucian principles and his notion of ren (pp. 207-208) are guided by virtue, relationships should work a certain way. 

At the heart of Daoism philosophy is the concept that the universe works harmoniously according to its own ways and we should be in harmony with the universe. The principle underlying our oneness with the Tao is that of wu-wei, or "non-doing."  

Main discussion questions for the week:

Many in America say we have lost our virtues and we are too chaotic. 
•Identify and explain at least three (3) aspects of wu wei and Confucian virtues that would be practical in the busy lives of Western city dwellers.
•Then discuss whether you could adopt these practices. Why or why not?

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Section 1- You have invited a friend of yours to attend a special service at church. Your friend is not a Christian and he’s very negative about Christianity. He or she does not believe that the Bible is true or accurate. Based on the notes, our class discussions in the videos we watched by a 350 word defense of the truth and accuracy of the Bible. Your goal is to convince your friend that the Bible is both true and accurate. you have invited a friend of yours to attend a special service at church. This friend is not a Christian and is very negative about Christianity. He or she does not believe that the Bible is true or accurate. Based on the notes, our class discussions in the videos we watched right at 350 a defense of the truth and accuracy of the Bible. Your goal is to convince yourself that the Bible is both to and accurate. Section 2- A friend of yours believes that Christianity and Islam are really not they different from each other. Using your notes, our classroom discussions, as in the video we watched right at 350 word persuasive essay to convince your friend of the differences between Christianity and Islam.

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Typology of Indian Temples

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In a short essay, complete the following:
Explain the historical relationship between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. What are their geographical connections? What are their historical timelines?
Analyze the historical relationship between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam in order to make an argument about the similarities and differences between the three religions. Select one main example from the following list on which to focus your comparison: the nature of God, the nature of Jesus, Holy Books, or Salvation. Your analysis should span multiple paragraphs and utilize specific examples.
Conclude by examining the current relationship between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam today. How has globalization influenced or affected the current relationship?
Your paper should include an introduction and thesis that clearly states your central claim, thoughtful examples and analysis in your body paragraphs, and a conclusion to finalize your thoughts.
Writing Requirements (APA format)
Length: 1200-1400 words (not including title page or references page)
1-inch margins
Double spaced
12-point Times New Roman font
Title page
References page (minimum of 6 scholarly sources)
intext citation