Anzia Yezierska: The Bread Givers.(1975)
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(6 pp) Anzia Yezierska's novel Bread Givers(1975) is an extensive observation of relationships in an immigrant family of early 20th century America. All the characters fight their own battles to find in their place between the New Worlds struggles, and the Old World's history. The clash is epitomized in the relationship between Sara Smolinksy and her father. Her mother says, of her daughter's strong will, 'when she begins to want a thing, there is no rest, no let-up till she gets it.' Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BByerska.rtf

Arianism:
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This 5 page paper highlights the theology of Arianism, which is the ancient belief that Jesus was divine but not God. This paper considers Arianism in relation to Christianity, touching on the Council of Nicaea which eradicated this belief. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: GSArianm.rtf

Baptism And Ablution
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A 3 page paper that begins with the definitions for 'baptism' and 'ablution' according to Judaism. The writer then discusses the purpose of baptism and ablution and points to references that illustrate baptism in terms of meaning in the Old Testament. The differences with John's baptism rite in the New Testament are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGbptabl.RTF

Beliefs And Practices In A Synagogue, Mosque And Church: Compare/Contrast
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5 pages in length. Stepping into three seemingly disparate houses of worship as a synagogue, mosque and church, one expects to find three equally differing approaches to the fundamental tenets of worship; however, beyond the aesthetic variations that define each religion, all three faiths share many common denominators. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TLCSynagChr.rtf

Beliefs In Judaism vs Christianity
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This 5 page paper discusses the similarities and differences between Judaism and Christianity in relation to belief in: God; Jesus; the Trinity; evil; free will; original sin; afterlife, Heaven and Hell. Christianity is based on the belief that Jesus is the Son of God and that He came to earth to redeem man. The beliefs in God, Jesus, and the Trinity are the foundations of the Christian faith. Jesus and the Trinity are definitely not concepts that are believed in the Jewish faith. There are similarities in terms of belief in God and in good and evil. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PGChJu.rtf

Birth Rituals, Judaism and Islam
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A 3 page research paper that discusses birth rituals for these two world religion. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khjisbir.rtf

Buddhism And Judaism
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5 pages in length. There exist many similarities between the doctrines and beliefs of Judaism and Buddhism; however, there are just as many inconsistencies when one delves into the various aspects of the two religions. Blessed with an abundance of altruism, both Judaism and Buddhism place humanity and other living entities at the top of their priority list with regard to their overall dogma. Buddhism is far more focused upon the world as an entire entity, where Judaism is more concerned with mankind, in particular. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCbudjd.rtf

Centers of Jewish Intellectual Life/A Historical View
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A 3 page research paper that looks at Jewish history. Throughout much of their history, the Jewish people have been dispersed to the far corner of the globe and without a homeland. Nevertheless, they have managed to maintain their identity as a people and this is due, in part, to having specific geographical centers on which Jewish life could be based. This discussion briefly charts this aspect of Jewish history. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khjuhis.rtf

Characterization Of Jonah Through An Analysis Of His Words, Actions And Encounters With The Biblical God
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3 pages in length. The book of Jonah provides valuable insight into man's constant need to reshape his otherwise shortsighted perspective; through assorted events viewed through the biblical author's characterization, one gains a significantly better understanding of Jonah by way of his words, actions and encounters with the biblical God. Based upon these inferences, one can conclude how the author's reasons for and/or defenses of Jonah's actions provide the foundation upon which mankind must learn from and compromise with life's perpetual need for restructure. No bibliography.
Filename: TLCJonah.rtf