… the sanctity of life is based on the teachings of famous Christians and on what they read in the bible, the teachings of Jesus. A quote from the bible which seems to support the view that abortion is wrong is from Psalm 139:13, verses 15-16, …

… of Isis <Tab/>There is a division of religions referred to as mystery religions. This simply means that the religion involves gaining knowledge about God as well as becoming involved in or with the God. Christianity is classified as one…

… and sprawling religion. Its scriptures and teachings are voluminous and wide-ranging, addressing everything from science and history to philosophy, art and, of course, spirituality. Comparatively speaking, the Hindu teachings are uniquely inclusive…

… and cited works. Very well written. Didn't recieve a grade. Focuses on Zen Parables (koans), but also talks about Zen Buddhism. (5 pages, 1,252 words)} <Tab/>Zen parables, also called koans, are "stories or questions meant for…

… things that many take on as blind faith. We all know that someday we will 'physically' die, Yet, we continuously deny the forces working inside ourselves which want to search out the true outcome of what may or may not come after death. It's far…

… in the early 20th century and follows the teachings of the Jamaican black liberalist, Marcus Garvey. In the 1930s, he established a "Back to Africa" movement and preached to his followers around the world about black…

… changed my life that much, at least not in concrete ways. I've always loved the Earth and thought of it as being beautiful and precious. I've always been fascinated at the beauty and mystery of the Moon and the starry sky. I've always found Nature…

… the three major world religions, the belief in a single God. In the Arabic language, the word Islam means "submission" which it is submission to the will of God. A follower of Islam is called a Muslim, which in Arabic means "one who surrenders to God."…

… believed in some type of higher being or supernatural power greater than himself. This is the essence of religion. All religions have had doctrines that govern the people of that religion; these doctrines are the principals presented for acceptance…

… eat from the tree of knowledge; Adam could eat the fruit of any other tree in the Garden of Eden, but not that of the tree of knowledge: "And the Lord God took the man, and put him into the Garden of Eden to dress and to keep it. And the lord God command…