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The Spread Of Christianity To Japan, 2006.
This well-researched paper examines the historic events that led to the introduction of Christianity into Japan's culture and society, as well as the political leaders who tried to ban its existence.
3,327 words (approx. 13.3 pages), 11 sources, APA, £ 66.95
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This paper explores how Portuguese and Spanish Roman Catholic missionaries introduced Christianity to Japan in in 16th century. This paper discusses Japan's perception of Christianity which is linked with imperialist culture of the west and was believed to be a threat to the political control in Japan. The writer describes the ban on Christianity between the 17th-19th centuries in which Japan continued to exhibit intense antagonism towards the religion, but, as the imperialist power grew and Christianity dimensions were explored, the ban on the religion was lifted in 1873. This well-researched and informative paper focuses on the spread of Christianity in Japan, the level of acceptance and rejection as well as the history of this particular religion in Japanese culture and society.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Coming of the Religion
The Acceptance and Rejection Philosophies
Conclusion
Bibliography
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"Japan, long before has been identified with a history of superior political stability that let particular tribe ruler to poise each other out in the dominion of authority . During this time and before this time the presentation of overseas ideas developed in to the religion that we call native for Japan . Because Japan happen to be increasingly integrated into the administration of the imperial family for the duration of the fourth and the fifth centuries, the religious conviction became of tool for political control . Afterwards, albeit the imperial control was in spite of everything, intense, Japan developed into an isle of cultural swap in the middle of China, Korea and further south east Asian nations."
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The Pioneer of Christianity in Japan, 2006.
A discussion regarding the spread of Christianity in 16th and 17th century Japan.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, £ 18.95
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This paper reviews how the missionaries spread the faith of the Jesuits is important in understanding the culture and the people of Japan. It discusses the Society of Jesus or the Jesuits and how they spread Christianity in Japan during the 16th and 17th centuries. The paper further discusses how the Jesuit's missionary efforts were successful due to the methods of approach they had, their willingness to adapt to native traditions, and political instability in Japan.
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The Roman Empire and the Birth of Christianity., 2002.
A look at how the Roman empire was effected by the birth of Christianity and its spread.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, £ 18.95
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The paper reviews the intellectual and societal roots of Christianity as a religion emergent in the Roman empire. Jesus' view of the religion is discussed as a renewal of Hebrew idealism, plus the radical interpretation of Paul towards glorification of a Holy Spirit. The early successes of Christianity are mentioned in relation to main historical arguments.
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Development of Christianity, 2008.
A short overview of the evolution of Christianity from a combination of Jewish monotheism and Roman universalism.
818 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 1 source, APA, £ 20.95
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This paper discusses how Christianity emerged from Judaism and changed as it came into contact with other belief systems. The writer examines the apostle Paul's role in spreading Christianity to Greece and Asia Minor and how his journeys influenced the relationship between Christianity and the surrounding cultures. The writer also discusses how the way Jesus was seen changed as Christianity developed from being a persecuted sect to being an official theology. The writer explains that in examining Christianity and conceptions of Jesus throughout the Christian age, societal and religious shifts as they occur synchronously must be taken into account.
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"The apostle Paul still left a definitive and lasting impression on Christian history and the way Jesus was thought of by the mass numbers that Paul was able to convert in Greece and Asia Minor. Paul, who received a vision of Jesus that blinded him, and then was miraculously healed, became one of the first Christian evangelists, spreading the word of Jesus throughout his lifetime. His traditional pattern of teaching was to begin speaking at a local synagogue, get thrown out, and continue to preach to the masses in more bucolic areas, establishing small churches through the teachings of Jesus that were later expanded in other evangelical trips."
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Christianity and the Status of Women, 2002.
This essay explores the effect Christianity had on the role and status of women in Western Europe from c.500 to c.1000 A.D.
1,700 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 38.95
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The essay deals with the different roles of women in early medieval Europe and how they were affected by the spread of Christianity. Wives and the effect of new, Christianity inspired, marriage laws are discussed as well as the changing status of unmarried women, widows and female serfs. Female missionaries, nuns and saints all boosted the status of women. The role of Queens before and after the adoption of christianity is covered, dealing with the positive and negative changes that took place. The essay concludes that overall christianity had a positive effect on the role and status of women.500-1000A.D.
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"The role and status of women in Western Europe between ca.500 and ca.1000 did change due to Christianity. However whether the female role and status in society was diminished or improved depends on a number of factors. Primarily, the type of woman in question must be taken into consideration. Queens, for example, were affected in a different way to female serfs. Secondly, we must also look at the role and status of women before the emergence of Christianity to make a valid judgement of change after ca.500. Thirdly, to a certain extent, the origin of the woman is a factor; Christianity affected different parts of Europe in a manner of different ways."
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Christianity and Human Rights, 2006.
A discussion regarding the responsibility of Christianity in relation to global human rights, focusing specifically on the Darfur Region of Sudan.
1,429 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 16 sources, APA, £ 32.95
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This paper discusses how Christians and Christian missionaries have an obligation regarding basic human rights. The paper focuses on non-Christian regions, more specifically on the Darfur Region of Sudan.
The paper also discusses how the approach to spreading Christianity has evolved.
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Introduction
New Missionaries
Not a Competition
A More Quiet Missionary
Conclusion
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"There are those who have alleged that the Anglican Church has forgotten its missionary responsibility In fact, quite the opposite is true; the Anglican Church acknowledges more than ever the need for missionary work; it acknowledges, too, the new approach to missionary work in that that mission is accomplished better today through deeds than a high profile visibility that serves to agitate and instigate violence. "A globe hangs from the ceiling of the church's two story entrance. Beneath it there is a miniature lighthouse urging members to 'share the light.' "The Wheaton Bible Church hasn't forgotten its missionary work, it, like so many other missionary organizations reaching out to the world today, just goes about it differently."
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Coptic Christianity, 2007.
A look at how Christianity has prospered and survived in Egypt and Ethiopia since the first century.
1,536 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 13 sources, APA, £ 34.95
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This paper examines Christianity in Egypt after the personal conversion by Saint Mark. It briefly discusses the Arian heresy and asceticism. Also, the spread of Coptic Christianity to Ethiopia is shown. A great portion of the paper explains the Christian role as a minority in Egypt.
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"According to recent figures, Coptic Orthodox Christians comprise over thirteen percent of Egypt's population. This is significant particularly because Egypt currently has the largest population in Africa. Today, Coptic Christians comprise over fifty million followers, mostly in Africa. The largest concentration of these Christians is in Ethiopia, with smaller communities in Egypt and Eritrea. Most of the native Orthodox Christians in Egypt are centered in the southern portion of the country. In the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, when Portuguese Roman Catholic missionaries went to East Africa to convert natives, they were surprised to see Ethiopia already being constituted of practicing Christians. "
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Paralios and the Conversion to Christianity, 2002.
An overview of the conversion of Paralios and its effect on Christianity.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 3 sources, £ 42.95
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This paper is written about the conversion of Paralios and how it relates to the theories of Stark and Macmullin. The rapid growth of Christianity has spread through family and friends faster than any evangelism. This can be seen in the conversion of Paralios.
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The Fall of the Roman Empire, 2002.
Examines the effect on Europe with the fall of the Roman Empire, especially the spread of Christianity.
1,000 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 24.95
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In the first millennium after the decline and fall of the Roman empire, Western Europe developed new kingdoms under the rule of various leaders, developed agriculture and commerce beyond the rudimentary beginnings of the Roman era and became more Christianized with the spread of that religion as the guiding power in Europa culture. This paper looks at the growing popularity of Christianity and the founding of the first Christian Empire by Constantine in 306 A.D. It shows the influence of Christian leaders and statesmen on Europe. The paper also looks at the development of the feudal system and changes in migration patterns.
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"The end of the Roman Empire coincided with the movement of people through massive migrations often termed invasions, and historians still argue over whether these migrations began during the Roman era or only after it ended. Large areas of the north-western Roman Empire became Germanic through these migrations, notably England but also modern Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, and Austria (Holmes 60). Urban regions grew during this era, though not as they would in the second millennium. Europe therefore remained largely rural, and agriculture remained the primary economic power throughout this era. Lords established their control over regions and people and over the agriculture that was produced in these regions. They reduced free peasants to servitude with the offer of protection and the levying of taxation. The peasants were then hereditarily bound to their tenements and liable to arbitrary levies and labor services (Holmes 120-121)."
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Rome and the Early Christians, 2002.
The development of Christianity and the Roman response to it.
1,069 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 25.95
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This paper discusses the spread of Christianity in Ancient Rome. It outlines the origins of Christianity, including the response of the Jews and the impact on Jewish life in Jerusalem. It discusses the preaching of Jesus, and its continuation after his death by Paul. The paper goes on to discuss the response of Roman leaders to its growing popularity.
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"Between the first and second centuries, Christianity gradually became the prevailing religion of Rome. The burden of how to respond to this new religion was placed upon the Roman government. Many kings or emperors of the Romans responded to Christianity in a different fashion. Over this large amount of time Christianity fought its way into the hearts and souls of the Roman people. "
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Christian Theology Essays, 2004.
Presents three essays on the Protestant Reformation, the Roman Catholic Church and Christianity.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 5 sources, APA, £ 66.95
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This paper presents three essays on theology which focus on the Reformation, the Roman Catholic Church, the spread of Christianity beyond Europe, and a review of different Christian theologies.
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"The Protestant Reformation in Europe was a result of a combination of a number of factors exacerbated during what Noll maintains was an era of general dynamic change in European society. Prior to the Reformation, regionalism, nationalism, increased trade and economic development and new intellectual worldviews precipitated the climax of the distinct spiritual crisis within society and the Church. Centuries of internal strife within the Roman Catholic Church including warring popes and a focus on worldly i.e., material matters, also helped ripen the sowing field for..."
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Japan's Modern Myths, 2007.
This paper discusses Japan as viewed in 'Japan's Modern Myths: Ideology in the Late Meiji Period' by Carol Gluck.
849 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 20.95
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In this article the writer discusses Professor Carol Gluck's views regarding Japan as portrayed in Chapter 5 and 6 of 'Japan's Modern Myths: Ideology in the Late Meiji Period'. The writer points out that Professor Gluck argues that Japanese society was and is a society founded upon the values of the collective, rather than upon the individual. Further, the writer notes that her view of Japanese civic virtues is extremely broad and suggests that on every level of public and personal morality, the nation is given greater value than the lives of its citizens. The writer then discusses that, in Chapter 6, Gluck paints the period as a constant struggle between the forces of nationalism and collectivism versus the "social fever" for modernity, or Westernization, that is still present and, in Gluck's opinion, was a natural, human impulse in contrast to the expressed will of the state.
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"Gluck suggests that the Meiji policies of the late 19th and early 20th century Japanese government leading up to World War II made civil obedience and national sacrifice a religious calling. Gluck's views of the causes of World War II thus take on a very socially deterministic cast. In her view, because the Emperor was divine, everything he did and was done in the name of Japan was seen as right and just. In terms of Japanese religion, although Gluck argues that although it might seem Buddhism had had a strong religious presence in Japanese morality, she believes this should not be over-emphasized, stating that Buddhism was often perceived as a foreign religion by the state In contrast, Gluck stresses the emphasis on the indigenous Japanese religion Shinto as a state religion. She sees Shintoism, as opposed to the imported philosophy of Buddhism, to form the true philosophy of the civil cult of the state. She points out that the Shintoists continued to press their claims for the institutionalization of Shinto as a separate office of state, apart from Buddhists."
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Japan's Nuclear Capabilities, 2006.
This well-researched paper examines not only whether Japan has the capability to create nuclear weapons but whether or not Japan already has these actual weapons.
6,555 words (approx. 26.2 pages), 17 sources, MLA, £ 104.95
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This in-depth paper explores the sometimes fragile alliance between Japan and the U.S. and ponders whether or not Japan is capable, from a technical standpoint, of creating nuclear weapons. This paper delves into the possibility that Japan may already have nuclear weapons in its possession. A large number of Japanese citizens and successive governments have favored continuing the alliance with the U. S. which involves enormous reliance on American security and military power to protect Japan from attack. This paper defines article 9, the renunciation of war, of Japan's Peace Constitution. The writer also discusses the economic benefits in developing and maintaining nuclear weapons. This well-researched and informative paper considers some of the means Japan could employ to gain greater military autonomy which includes completing the development and production of advanced weapons such as the FSX fighter. This paper also discusses the various groups and parties that oppose nuclear weapons including the Japan Council against Atomic and Hydrogen Bombs.
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"Considering that the huge military-industrial complex of United States is an often-criticized force in the American economy and that maintaining a similarly high level of expenditures on weapons was a critical factor leading to the economic and political failure of the former Soviet Union, many in Japan are understandably content not to have a defense industry of a comparable magnitude. But there are some Japanese willing, and even eager, to duplicate or surpass American state-of-the-art military technology. Those who wish to see Japan more independent of reliance on the American power, who believe Japan's future is dependent on an autonomous defense establishment, favor the concept of Kokusanka or, indigenization of defense production."
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Being a Christian in a Roman World, 2001.
A look at what it was like to be a Christian living in Rome during the period of the Roman Empire.
1,001 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 5 sources, £ 24.95
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This paper looks at how difficult it was for the Romans to accept the Christian religion and how they gradually tried to suppress it and how Christianity was still able to spread throughout the world. It includes specific historical dates, events, places and people such as Alexander the Great, the Jewish states, persecutions during Jesus? ministry, Herod the Great and Pontius Pilate, and Nero, the emperor of Rome trying to rid the empire of Christianity. The paper concludes by talking about Constantine and how he proclaimed the Edict Toleration.
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"The Christian religion was hard for the Romans to accept at first. A historical person had conquered death and promised a blessed afterlife to all who believed in him. The new faith demanded that every believer practice love and justice in new communities made up of Jew and Greek, slave and free, male and female, rich and poor, educated and ignorant. Christians had no temples or other holy places, no priests, no ordinary sacrifices, no oracles, or any visible gods. They had no initiations; they made no pilgrimages, did not practice divination, would not venerate the emperor, and challenged the final authority of the father (or oldest male) in family life. Christians were accused of being atheists who undermined traditional society."
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