there will be a discussion of 150 words and answer 4 questions I will send it. the last thing is to write 500-600 words about (Daoism as a Way of Life) I will attach all of the links and the requirement .
Category: Religion
Reading: Bruce Lawrence, The Qur’an: A Biography, pp. 108-130 (available on blac
Reading: Bruce Lawrence, The Qur’an: A Biography, pp. 108-130 (available on blackboard, week 11).
Discuss the three stages (steps) Ibn Arabi describes through which one can connect with the path of truth (come closer to God).
How does Ibn Arabi see the importance of the Beautiful 99 Names of God?
What are the main features that define Rumi’s mystical (Sufi) thought?
Explain the role that the Qur’an plays in the mystical thought of both Ibn Arabi and Rumi.
Write a two-three page paper that contains your reflections on and questions abo
Write a two-three page paper that contains your reflections on and questions about Week Six’s readings and lectures.
Your paper must include the following:
(a) Three things you learned from the lectures;
(b) Three things you learned from the assigned textbook readings; and
(c) Three questions that the lectures and assigned textbook readings raised for you.
Do not just list those nine items, but rather briefly discuss each one.
The paper should be double-spaced, have standard margins, and be in 12-point font.
Lectures https://merceru.instructure.com/media_objects/m-5R… https://merceru.instructure.com/media_objects/m4H… https://merceru.instructure.com/media_objects/m-Qf… https://merceru.instructure.com/media_objects/m-3i… https://merceru.instructure.com/media_objects/m-59…
Complete Research Paper (minimum 12 pages) Format – Make sure to use the AU Stan
Complete Research Paper (minimum 12 pages)
Format – Make sure to use the AU Standards for Written Work for your formattingTimes New Roman 12 point font
Double Spaced (See AU Standards for Written Work for specific line spacing instructions)
Margins: For theses and dissertations, the left-hand margin must be 1½ inches and all other margins must be at least one full inch. The initial page of a chapter or a major section (i.e., table of contents, bibliography, etc.) has a full 2-inch margin at the top of the page. For term papers, a left-hand margin of one inch is preferred. (From AU Standards for Written Work)
Use Turabian style for footnotes and bibliography
Make sure to give credit where credit is due: footnote all of the information that you gain from other sources.
Make sure that you give credibility and substance to what you write by backing them up with other academic sources.
Title Page (in addition to the 12 pages)
Introduction (2-3 pages) The introduction will be the proposal of the topic assignment previously submitted. The bibliography will obviously be moved to the end of the paper.
You may wish to edit or expand the historical background and the method section as your further study on the topic will have informed you more fully about the topic you are studying. Make sure you have made any suggested edits or expansions which have been suggested by the instructor on the previous assignment.
Body of the Paper (8-9 pages)
Descriptive research In this section, you will describe the information you have found for your research. Whether this is the information from the writings of a theologian or the exegetical material from commentaries on a specific passage.
Evaluative research In this section, you will evaluate the material that you have described in the previous section. What do you think about what the theologian has said? Do you agree or disagree with the theologian or exegetical writer? Why do you agree or disagree and on what basis do you agree or disagree? What is your argument on the subject and what substantial reasons can you give?
Summary, Conclusion, and Suggestions (1-2 pages)
Summarize the work you have done in the previous section
Offer your conclusions based on the work in the previous section
Give suggestions for future research and study that could be done based on what you have learned.
Bibliography and footnotes (the bibliography is in addition to the 12 pages) A minimum of 15 academic sources: These sources could include: textbooks for this class, theological dictionaries or encyclopedias, academic books (look for books with footnotes in them), academic journal articles (use the ATLA search engine through the library website to find articles on your topic).
You are limited to only 3 website based sources, and the websites need to be academic websites like carm.org or bible.org, the web articles on these sites will have footnotes showing they are research based. (these are different from the journal articles found through ATLA).
These sources should be referenced throughout the document in footnotes. It is often a good idea to include quotes and additional detailed discussion within the footnotes so that the body of the paper flows along nicely.
Possible Topics
Humanity’s relationship to sin
Sin as a condition vs sins as an act
Current topics affecting the identity of the Church
The holistic nature of humanity
The primary purpose of the Sanctuary
Single or Dual-phase atonement
Different understanding of the millennium
Student’s choice in consultation with the instructor
List and explain at least three reasons that the Apostle Paul is a crucial figur
List and explain at least three reasons that the Apostle Paul is a crucial figure in the early development of the Christian movement.
please be very detailed 4 paragraphs please no copy and paste
This assignment will give you practice with utilizing the Bible as a guidebook f
This assignment will give you practice with utilizing the Bible as a guidebook for life’s issues.
1. Watch the lectures “How to Use the Bible as a Guidebook for Life’s Issues” and “How to Glean a Biblical Principle.”
2. Choose a theme from the following options. You may be using this theme for more than one assignment, so choose one that interests you.
a. Compassion
b. Relationship with God
c. Forgiveness
d. Holiness
e. Truth
f. Prayer
3. Identify 10-12 Scriptures related to your chosen theme.
4. Analyze the Scriptures in order to extract a biblical principle. Incorporate the steps mentioned in the lecture “How to Use the Bible as a Guidebook for Life’s Issues.”
5. Download the Assignment 2 Template. Write a 2-page with the following sections.
a. Introduction: Introduce the paper.
b. How to Use the Bible as a Guidebook: Summarize how to use the Bible as a guidebook for life’s issues.
c. Analysis of a Biblical Principle: Name the theme you chose, list the Scriptures identified, and then explain the principle and how you derived it from the Scriptures.
d. Application of the Biblical Principle: Discuss how the principle you derived is important and how it might guide you in personal and/or professional situations.
Use the template below to complete your assignment. Click the download button and choose the option “download original Word Document”. (Replace the areas in RED with your work)
Use the template below to complete your assignment. Click the download button and choose the option “download original Word Document”. When you are finished, and ready for it to be graded, click the assignment link above to submit your paper.(Replace the areas in RED with your work)
In a society where diversity and inclusion are critical, we can all benefit from
In a society where diversity and inclusion are critical, we can all benefit from understanding some of the similarities shared by the people with whom we work and live. This assignment allows you to explain some commonalities found in different religions and provide examples of situations to describe the nature, history, and reason of religion.
Consider the various religious traditions described in this week’s readings and the examples of practices and beliefs within those religions. Please use only our required text for this first assignment.
Prepare a 12- to 15-slide presentation using Microsoft® PowerPoint® or another presentation format that addresses the following questions. Use bullet points and images or graphics to illustrate your main points.
What is essential in the practices and beliefs for a tradition to be called a religion? Illustrate your points by referring to the commonalities of at least 2 religions.
What is the history and origin/catalyst of each of the 2 religions you chose?
How do religions evolve and spread?
What does practicing religion provide to its followers? Provide at least 2 examples.
What are some contemporary challenges and issues facing various religions? Provide at least 2 examples.
Present your presentation according to your course offering:
Write detailed speaker notes for each slide of your presentation.
For your final project, you will choose a word that was not included as one of t
For your final project, you will choose a word that was not included as one of the course keywords. You need to choose a word that you think should be one of the keywords for American religion. The word can begin with any letter of the alphabet, and you can think of it as replacing or adding to our course keywords list. The final project can be written as an essay (2000 words), recorded as a video presentation (10 minutes of scripted analysis), or as creative offering (e.g. an original artwork or musical composition accompanied by written explanation, etc.). You may refer to “FrequenciesLinks to an external site.” or “A Universe of TermsLinks to an external site.” on The Immanent Frame as resources and models for your work.
Your keyword final project should do the following:
describe some important aspect of American religion;
draw on course materials (readings, lectures, and/or discussions);
justify or explain why your word belongs on a list of “keywords in American religion”;
incorporate new sources or ideas based on research you conduct;
show high quality work (i.e. well-written prose, imaginative artwork, and/or careful audio/video production).
“SALT” Exercise: The Synoptic Problem Assignment Prompt: Students sometimes say
“SALT” Exercise: The Synoptic Problem Assignment Prompt:
Students sometimes say that the so-called “Synoptic Problem” is “much ado about nothing,” until they look at the evidence from the Gospels themselves. Talking about the Synoptic Problem in general is one thing; comparing specific passages or stories in the Gospels to one another is quite different; hence, this exercise.
Summarize the assigned Learn materials on The Synoptic Problem, especially the assigned presentation titled “The Synoptic Problem,” and then, applying what you have learned, choose one of the five “literary interdependence theories” discussed in the presentation,
1 Augustinian Hypothesis (Matthew, Mark, Luke)
2 Griesbach or Two-Gospel Hypothesis (Matthew, Luke, Mark)
3 Two-Source Hypothesis (Mark and Q)
4 Four-Source Hypothesis (Mark, Q, M, L)
5 Farrer Hypothesis (Mark, Matthew, Luke)
This assessment must include information about the local church understudy. Stud
This assessment must include information about the local church understudy. Students will be expected to demonstrate an awareness of the intergenerational groups within the church. There must be a clear critical analysis of the way church services are conducted within the context of generational involvement. The analysis must include a critical look and discussion on generational relationships and leadership structures within the church. The case study must have a clear introduction, body, and conclusion. Students should engage relevant literature in their work.