Buddhism, Confucianism and Taoism
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A paper which looks at Buddhist doctrines and practices in the context of Confucianism and the Tao, and considers how these practices are manifested in daily life. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JLtao.rtf

Buddhism/Principles and Life of a Monk
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A 7 page research paper that answers the question of what does it take to be a Buddhist monk? In answering this question, the writer covers the Four Noble Truths and the Eight-fold Path, as well as the daily routine of a monastery. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khbudmnk.rtf

Buddhism:
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This 4 page paper examines the differences between Zen and Tibetan Buddhism. This paper considers the goals of each practice, as well as how each is practiced. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: GSBuddas.rtf

Buddhism: Sacred Text v. Ritual
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A 7 page exploration of Buddhism and the role sacred text verses ritual has played over time in the religion’s evolution and expression. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPbuddTxtRitual.rtf

Buddhism: Ethics And Philosophy
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This 5 page paper argues that the Buddhist philosophy of life can be said to be centered on the individual as well as being bounded by certain attainments of truth which are comparable to the Western idea of ethics. The ethical content of the Buddhist belief system is best understood from within the dynamics of the proposed philosophy of life, which entails living as a 'path' toward understanding. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KTbudphl.wps

Buddhism: Paticca-Samutpada, Annata, and Anicca
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A 5 page discussion of these three concepts of Buddhism. The author defines each of these concepts yet emphasizes that they cannot be understood outside the teachings of Buddhism as a whole. No one element of the Buddhist theology, in fact, can be considered apart from the whole because the interrelationship between each of the components is so great. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPbuddh6.rtf

Buddhism; Meditation And The Four Noble Truths
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This 2 page paper looks briefly at the role of meditation in Buddhism and how this fits in with the four noble truths which are also explained. This is the first of a set of four papers. The bibliography cites 2 sources.
Filename: TEbudsm1.wps

Buddhism; Right Action
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This 6 page paper considers what is meant by 'right action, how it is defined and how it should be put into practice. The writer also considers the two forms of right action and its context in the wider belief system. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEbudsac

Buddhism; The Doctrine of Five Aggregates as The Buddhist Analysis of Personality
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This 2 page paper looks at the five aggregates, their interpretation and application to the way we live out lives. This is the third paper in a series of four. The bibliography cites 2 sources.
Filename: TEbudsm3.wps

Buddhist Practices
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This 3 page paper discusses two aspects of Buddhism: the role of Buddhist thought in politics in Southeast Asia; and why Buddhism should be regarded as a religion, not merely an ethical system. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: HVBudPra.rtf

Carl Jung and Buddhist Philosophy
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A 10 page overview of Buddhist principals and how those principals relate to the psychoanalytical philosophies of Carl Jung, one of the most notable psychoanalysts of all time. This paper emphasizes that while Buddhist practices vary according to culture, geography, and time, there are several underlying principals which do not vary. Jung’s fascination with the religion lie in its tendency to question. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: PPbuddhJ.rtf

Chinese Humanism Regarding Heaven
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This 7 page paper argues that the approaches to Heaven are seen as being varied among the ancient Chinese philosophers, however, they shared a viewpoint based on humanistic principles similar to those proposed by Western philosophers of note. The basic form of understanding toward Heaven and a priori intervention is first presented by Confucius and then expanded or negated by philosophers who followed, specifically Xunzi, Zhuang Zi and Mo Zi. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: KTheaven.wps

Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism
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A 5 page paper that provides a brief description and explanation of each of these five religions. The writer also compares and contrast them and comments on the influence they have on believers and the community. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PG5rel.wps

Comparing and Contrasting the Ancient Hebrew and Egyptian Religions:
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This 3 page paper discusses the ancient Hebrew and Egyptian Religions. This paper references Stearns' "Documents in World History, Volume I, Great Traditions From Ancient Times to 1500". Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: GSHebrew.rtf

Comparing Buddhism and Hinduism
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This 5 page report briefly discusses some of the most fundamental precepts of two of the world’s most important belief systems. There are approximately 311 million Buddhists in the world and approximately 700 million Hindus. Despite the many differences in actual beliefs and practices, it is worth noting that there is a certain metaphysical unity that exists between Buddhism and Hinduism that is more pronounced or more obvious than is the case between most of the other religions of the world. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: BWbudhin.rtf

Comparison of the Bhagavad Gita and the Bible
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A five page paper which looks at the similarities and differences between these two religious works, in terms of their structure and content, and considers which contains the more effective rules for living.
Filename: JLbhavad.rtf

Conflict: India and Pakistan
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A 9 page paper which examines the social, political, and primarily the religious tensions between India and Pakistan. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAinpa.rtf

Confucian Analects
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This 6 page paper explores the basic themes presented in The Analects of Confucius. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: KTanalct.wps

Confucianism
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A paper which considers various aspects of Confucianism, in terms of a social philosophy and a religious belief system, and looks at the differences between the Confucian system and other Chinese philosophies.
Filename: JLconfuc.rtf

Confucianism and Family Values
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A 10 page overview of the manner in which Confucianism has influenced family values. A person's commitment to their family supersedes any individualism that might exist. This forms the basis for Confucian proprietary rule. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPconfFm.rtf

Confucianism and Filial Loyalty
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A 5 page research paper that examines how Confucianism emphasizes loyalty to one's family (filial loyalty) above all other social factors. The writer explores pros and cons of this worldview via a literature review. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khfilial.wps

Cultural Influences on Medical Care; Indian Hindus
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This 5 page paper looks at the way in which culture can influence attitudes towards health and medical care. The paper looks at the Indian Hindu culture and how it may impact on the way an nursing intervention are undertaken. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEhindcare.rtf

Dalai Lama
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This 12 page paper explores the role of the Dalai Lama, and how his "office" fits into the structure of Buddhism as practiced in Tibet. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: HVDalail.rtf

Dalai Lama/ "Opening the Eye of New Awareness"
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A 6 page summation and analysis of Opening the Eye of New Awareness by Tenzin Gyatzo (the 14th Dalai Lama). After summarizing the Buddhist philosophy, the writer does a comparison with Christianity. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khdalai.wps

Dalai Lama’s Ethic of Compassion, Featured in “Kindness, Clarity and Insight”
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A 5 page paper which examines the Buddhist view of compassion, as interpreted by Tibet’s fourteenth Dalai Lama, and how it is the essential component in helping others. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: TGdalai.rtf

Definitions of Spiritual Specialist, Dharma and Ahimsa
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This 5 page paper defines and explains what are meant by the terms Spiritual Specialist, Dharma and Ahimsa and how they may be seen in practice. The bibliography cites 3 sources.
Filename: TEdhaahm.rtf

Development of Buddhism
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An 8 page paper which examines the development of Buddhism in China. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: RAcbud.rtf

Development of Religion in Ancient Egypt
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This 12 page paper discusses the development of religion in ancient Egypt, and how it developed alongside the Egyptian civilization. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: HVEgyRel.rtf

Differences Between Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism
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A 5 page research paper that offers an overview of these 2 sects of Buddhist belief. Just as there are several different forms of Christianity, (such as Protestant, Roman Catholic and Greek Orthodox), as well as different forms of Judaism (such as orthodox and reform), there are also different forms of Buddhism, the two primary divisions being Theravada and Mahayana. The following examination of these schools of Buddhist belief discusses their differences as well as their similarities and ending with a discussion as to whether or not these systems of belief are compatible. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khthemah.rtf

Discovering the Radiant Mind
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Personal response to reading The Radiant Mind collection edited by Jean Smith. The Radiant Mind is a practice in walking the path of Buddha. It is the search for knowledge like walking a path in search of teachers, except that the teachers are all located in one place, The Radiant Mind. Not only is the reader privy to the history of Buddha and Buddhism, but is also provided a means to begin practicing Vietnamese Buddhism, or “the Mindful way” (39), which can be translated to mental discipline. 1 work cited. jvRadntM.rtf
Filename: jvRadntM.rtf

Distinguishing Between Nirvana and Moksha
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A 5 page paper discussing the distinction between Buddhist Nirvana (attainment of perfect knowledge) and Hindu Moksha (freedom from all matter). The terms have been used interchangeably and likely will continue to be, which appears not to be problematic for religious leaders of either the Buddhist or Hindu religion. There are differences, but the final result for the individual is the same: incarnations are finished and he will not be required to return to another body. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KSnirvMoksha.rtf

Diversity in Nichiren Shoshu Buddhism
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This 10 page paper provides an overview of this brand of buddhism and explores how the organization--NSA which later would split to become two distinct entities--promotes diversity. Despite problems in the organization, the buddhist teachings would continue. A history of the organization is included. Diversity is defined. A proposal for the paper is also included. Bibliography lists15 sources.
Filename: SA209NSA.rtf

Divinity & Tibetan Lamas
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A 7 page research paper that considers the questions of why Tibetan Lamas are considered to be divine. The writer first gives background to Tibetan Lamaism and its principal tenets and then explores the subject of Lamaic divinity. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khlamas.rtf

East Meets West in “Dharma Bums” by Jack Kerouac
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A 5 page paper which examines how Jack Kerouac’s novel “Dharma Bums” illustrates East meeting West in terms of social and spiritual endeavors. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAbums.rtf

Eastern and Western Christendom and Islam: A Triangular Relationship
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A 4 page discussion of the triangular relationship that existed throughout the middle ages between Islam and Eastern and Western Christendom. This relationship was ended with the united effort of the Eastern and Western Christendom to overthrow the Arabs. Includes a 1 page Roman Numerous Outline. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPchrst2.rtf

Eastern Beliefs
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The concept of the 'nothingness' of self is one that allows for the transcendence of the empirical experience. This 7 page paper argues that Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism all incorporate the idea of 'nothingness' as it pertains to an understanding of the a priori and in juxtaposition with the empirical. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KTestrlg.wps

Eastern Religious Traditions and Modern Medicine
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A 4 page paper which examines the role Eastern religious traditions play in modern medicine, focusing upon how societal views of spirituality and religion have been influenced. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: TGeastmed.rtf

Exegeses Of Antioch And Alexandria
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A 9 page paper that explains the controversy between the Antiochene exegeses and the Alexandrine exegeses in the first few centuries. One was literal, one was allegorical. The early church fathers were trying to answer questions like what the purpose of Scripture was and the divine/human nature of Jesus. The essay provides background on the development of the Christian school in Alexandria and the city's importance in the world. The arguments of each side are presented. The issue found itself discussed in the different councils. The question the writer eventually answers is: Was the controversy between the Alexandrines and the Antiochenes resolved by the early 5th century? Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PGexgcv.rtf

Facts about Buddhism
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This 8 page paper discusses various aspects of Buddhism. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: HVFctBud.rtf

Global Religions: Differences And Similarities
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15 pages in length. The writer discusses differences and similarities between and among Christianity, Buddhism, Islam and Judaism. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: TLCGlbRe.rtf

Golden Rule/Jesus & Confucius
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A 4 page essay that contrasts and compares the formulations of the Golden Rule as offered by Confucius and Jesus. The writer argues that while the pronouncements of these two great moral teachers have the same general meaning, examination of the Golden Rule according to Confucius compared with the Golden Rule as stated by Jesus shows that there are marked differences due to the negative formulation of the Chinese saying versus the positive formulation of the Christian dictum and that the positive formulation makes the Christian version superior. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khgrjc.rtf

Happiness, Compassion and Religion
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A 6 page research paper that discusses the connection between happiness and compassion, in terms of both Christian and Buddhist belief and then explains this connection further by examining Tolstoy’s Death of Ivan Ilych. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khhapcom.rtf

Hindu Religion: Pilgrimage
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A 7 page paper which examines the importance of the pilgrimage in the Hindu religion. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RAhinp.rtf

Hindu Religious Traditions
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A 5 page overview of diversity of sacred elements that characterize Hindu religious tradition. This paper concentrates on the sacred elements revealed in the "Bhagavad Gita", one component of the Mahabharata, the sacred text of the Hindu religion. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPhindu2.rtf

Hindu: Variety and the Bhagavad-Gita
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A 3 page paper which examines the variety in the Hindu religion and discusses the Bhagavad-Gita and war. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RAhinsc.rtf