...The Mormon pioneers were bold, courageous, strong and hard-working people. They were driven out of their homes, forced to leave everything that they had created for themselves and go into unknown territory. They packed only necessities in their wagons and headed west. Their stories are remarkable and will continue to be told for generations to come. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, or more widely known as the Mormon church was organized on April 6th of the year 1830, by Joseph Smith Jr. From the very beginning the church and its members where hated and feared by those around them. This brought much hardship and sorrow from the members of the church. They were chased out of towns and forced to find new places to build their...
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...that believing you may have life in His name” (20:31). Highlight of some of the terms that will feature in the study as it relates to the text John 2 Obedience: Obedience according to Holman Christian standard Bible means to hear God’s word and act accordingly. The word translated “Obey” in the Old Testament also means “To hear” and is often so translated. In the New Testament, several words describe obedience. One word means, “To hear or listen in a state of submission.” Another word means “to trust.” By implication, when someone responds obediently to God’s word is a responds of faith and trust. To his end, to hear God’s word is to obey God’s word. (Ex.19:5, Jr. 7:23, Act. 5:21, Phm 21, e.t.c). Faith: It simply means trust or dependence on someone (God), or something. From Heb. 11:1, “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Trust: is define as faith you have on someone or something Wine: is a symbol of merriment in the Jewish culture (Joel 2:19). In the New Testament, wine...
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...Abraham, another faithful man, to whom God promises many blessings. The Lord had said to Abram: “Leave your country, your people and your father’s household and go to the land I will show you. I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing!” Abraham tried to fulfill God’s promise of a son by taking his wife’s servant Hagar as a slave-wife, but later God gives Abraham and Sarai a son name Isaac and fulfilled his promise. Eve, Noah, Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Rebekah, Jacob, and Joseph are the key personalities in the book of Genesis. Joshua The Lord called Joshua, who was a servant of Moses, to lead the army of Israel to the Promise Land after the death of Moses. Joshua was born in Egypt and was probably the age of Caleb with whom he is often associated. He first appeared during the battle with the Amalekites during the desert travels. Joshua is depicted as a savior, a leader whom faith and loyalty to God will take the children of Israel to a rocky journey. The Lord spoke to Joshua and told him, now you and all the people...
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...When I sat down to write this essay, I had no idea who to pick. My first thought was mother teresa, since she was just canonized as a saint recently, and for all her work with the poor and people who needed her help. After thinking for longer, I realized that I should pick someone that I know and who has influenced me personally. My mind went straight to Father (Fr.) George, a priest at my parish. He was my first choice because he is caring, selfless, and kind as well as courageous, brave, and determined. He is a role model to me, and I am always looking for ways to be like him. One sunday, my family and I were at church, and Fr. George was saying mass. All of a sudden, we hear a BOOM! and people saying, “Oh my God, is she OK?” Turns out, my friend AJ’s grandma passed out. My mom called 911, and the Paramedics came. As they were putting her on a stretcher, I see Fr. George go over to her and give her a blessing and communion. I later found out that Fr. George went to visit her in the hospital, and that she was ok. In this moment, Fr, George was being caring and kind to AJ’s grandma, and went out of his way to do something he didn’t have to do. I try to emulate Fr. George and be compassionate towards others. In 4th grade, there was a kid named Kevin who had a muscle disorder and...
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...leaders equip themselves properly to find true success in the eyes of God. What qualities or characteristics make a leader successful in God’s eyes? First, a successful leader in God’s eyes is a man or woman who is prayerful. Second, a successful leader in God’s eyes is a man or woman who is obedient. Third, a successful leader in God’s eyes is a man or woman who is diligent. Fourth, a successful leader in God’s eyes is a man or woman who is trustworthy. Fifth, a successful leader in God’s eyes is a man or woman who is missional. A missional leader exhibits the following qualities or characteristics: receive a calling and vision from God, live a life of integrity, be a team player, be a conflict manager and not a conflict fleer, be courageous, be committed, and one who celebrates the victory. Titus 2:11-14 says, “For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, while we wait for the blessed hope—the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior,...
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...People learn and remember and they remember from practice of prayer and of the involvement and preparation of the sacraments. (Martos 2009). These sacraments help people work together in the Catholic Community and celebrate God every day. Mt 25 34-46. Confirmation is one of three Catholic sacraments of initiation, it connects the recipient and reveals communion with God and his grace. “Confirmation is regarded as the perfection of Baptism, because, as the introduction to the Rite of Confirmation states: by the sacrament of Confirmation, [the baptized] are more perfectly bound to the Church and are enriched with a special strength of the Holy Spirit. They are, as true witnesses of Christ, more strictly obliged to spread and defend the faith by word and deed.” In the Eastern Catholic churches, Confirmation is known as Christmation and confers a, “sacramental character that cannot be erased and predisposes the Christian person to receive the life of God and his division protection.” According to the Catholic Encyclopedia, “A sacrament is which the Holy Ghost is given to those already baptized in order to make them strong and perfect Christians and soldiers of Jesus. Confirmation can be conferred only on those who have been baptized and have not yet been confirmed, and...
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...party of immigrants into the Great Salt Lake valley in 1847. The population grew rapidly, and by 1849, the Mormons had managed to form a civil government with Young at the helm. This brief summary has set the stage for this report, where I will evaluate Mormons of the 1830’s and 40’s and enlighten you on their beliefs, culture, and impact throughout American History. Establishment of Religion The establishment of the LDS church is a very interesting story that many people do not understand. “In the spring of 1820, a 14-year-old boy named Joseph Smith went into a grove of trees near his home in Palmyra, New York, and prayed to learn which church he should join. In answer to his prayer, God the Father and His Son, Jesus Christ, appeared to him, just as heavenly beings had appeared to prophets like Moses and Paul in biblical times.” Joseph learned that the Church originally organized by Jesus Christ was no longer on the earth. Joseph Smith was chosen by God to restore the Church of Jesus Christ to the...
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...is development of initial grace which God gives in the first place; it is a process.” The saints are our examples in living our Christian faith into our lives. They lived their lives in conformity with the will of God. These people are also like us who endure the difficulties and challenges of becoming a true authentic disciple of Jesus Christ. “Saints are not born; they’re made from a lifetime of processing in the Spirit.” All of us can become saints they are just ordinary people like us but their faith makes them extraordinary and by practicing and living the teachings of God in their day to day lives. The saints are our models of holiness and virtues into our lives as a pilgrim in this world. They inspire us and we also asked their intercessions in order to strengthen our faith and love to God. In order to follow Christ let us imitate the virtues that we can get from the life stories of the saints who are the living witness of God’s goodness and love. In this paper, I chose St. Ambrose as the subject of this research. Because when I read his short life story in the book entitled My first Book of Saints by Son of Immaculate Heart of Mary. I was fascinated on his life story on how he lives and serve his life as the Bishop of Milan. St. Ambrose was largely responsible for the rise of Christianity in the West, and he was very courageous and untiring defender of the independence of the Church from the state. Through this research, I want to know more about him his way of...
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...format while at the same time keeping the idea of self- respect and most important, pride. Henley never subscribed to any organized religious belief at any point in his life, however. At the very least he sensed a power that controlled and manipulated the universe. While in the hospital he realized that it was only through his own inner power that he was able to overcome his overwhelmingly despairing circumstances. Henley developed a philosophy that the individual must lead an active life and never regret dreams that may have been turned into reality. The closest that Henley ever came to admitting to a greater power was in "Invictus" "I thank whatever gods there be." Though it mentions the possibility of gods, the poem lacks any hint of faith. The speaker is agnostic and very well may be an atheist. And so, Invictus serves as a testament to Henley's own personal philosophy, as it demonstrates the individual's own inner strength and indomitable free will as being his/her the only resource for survival. Ever since Henley was diagnosed with tuberculosis, his live change...
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...handsome, physically strong, had red hair and was an outstanding musician. He started by helping his father to care about the herd and quite succeeds in doing so. Even at a young age, he demonstrates courage as a shepherd when a lion and bear attack the herd. He conquers in the battle with beasts, for which he gains his first glory. In fact, it should be mentioned, that being a shepherd is more than a narrative element which is mentioned in the Bible. In fact, this role of David is foreshadowing his future position of Israeli ruler. In the scriptures, a shepherd is often a positive idea that implies being in charge of people. Even God has been compared to a shepherd not once like for instance in the following passage: ‘Then he blessed Joseph and said, “May the God before whom my fathers Abraham and Isaac walked faithfully, the God who has been my shepherd all my life to this day”( Genesis 48:15). Yet, though David seems to be blessed by God for glorious deed from early years, it should be also noted that his story conveys an idea that one cannot take all the glory at once but work hard in order to prove his devotion...
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...United States of America has exemplary Divisions of Armed Forces where many outstanding members have stood courageous and resilient in their service to this country and the protection of others. General John J. Pershing, General Dwight D. Eisenhower, and General Matthew B. Ridgway are three of the military leaders which this paper will depict and associate while expounding upon the way each contributed to the American Military Tradition. Continuing in how these individuals were or were not representative of an American culture or an American Way of War as interpreted in this course of study. Also, an opinion will be offered regarding such persons as to whether or not each was an appropriate Christian role model. No matter the similitudes or dissimilarities of the individuals each will prove to be distinguished and accomplished in their innovative and outstanding leadership and service to this country. Military Tradition in the United States of America is a frequent reference to relationship and affiliation through the ancestral line of a serviceman and an individual’s advancements and accomplishments as soldiers. American Military Tradition will endeavor itself to change as new technologies and ideologies transpire. The reflection of change or enhancement will reveal through the commands of the three leaders General Pershing, General Eisenhower, and General Ridgway. John Joseph Pershing John J. Pershing (1860 - 1948) was born September 13, 1860, in the town of Laclede, Linn County...
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...the Mother Goddess Figure Introduction This paper compares and contrasts the Virgin Mary and the Egyptian mother goddess Isis. A mother goddess is a deity or persona that represents motherhood, fertility, creation or one that embodies the bounties of the Earth. The Virgin Mary and Isis each represent perspectives of what is called the Sacred Feminine or Divine Feminine. Upon first glance, it appears that the similarities between the Virgin Mary and Isis are nothing more than a coincidence. I however, think The Virgin Mary and Isis are the same entity merely altered to fit different cultural needs. Author and psychic medium, Jessica Jewett, best describes this on her web page, “The supreme mother of the universe; she is loving, wise, courageous and sacrifices herself and her family of the benefit of mankind. In modern Christian culture, this description fits the Holy Mother, the Virgin Mary, but three thousand years ago and longer, this description also fit the most powerful Egyptian goddess, Isis.” (Jewett) I will be using their origins, symbols, titles, functions in religion, and seasonal festivals to compare and contrast The Virgin Mary and Isis in attempts to show how they are one in the same. Origins/Births Both Isis and The Virgin Mary are similar in the fact that they are considered divine mothers and venerated as a “life-giver”. They both had male offspring, Jesus and Horus, both of whom are considered royalty in their own right. They are different from each other...
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...first book of the entire bible, the focus is on GOD’s Creation and how through the lives of Noah, Abraham, Jacob, and Joseph, he demonstrates his power over them in maintaining his creation. The events of the Fall of man and the Flood are paramount in this book. Genesis begins with GOD creating the world, and everything, and everyone (Adam and Eve) in it. The Fall began when Adam and Eve disobeyed GOD, introducing sin into this world. As mankind multiplied, so did sin. GOD confirmed his power over all things in flooding the earth to rid it of sin, choosing only to keep Noah and his family. Abraham, descendent of Noah, and his lineage was then chosen by GOD in a covenant to be His new nation called Israel. Abraham’s son, Isaac, and Isaac’s son, Jacob continued to be chosen people, kept by GOD throughout trials and tribulations. Jacob’s son, Joseph who was sold into slavery by his brothers only to rule over them and the rest of his family in Egypt during a great famine of that time, closes out the book of Genesis. Exodus The book of Exodus is primarily narrative scripture. This book focuses on the oppression of GOD’s chosen people in Egypt, their departure and journey out of Egypt to the Promised Land led by Moses, and GOD’s covenant with them. Exodus begins where the book of Genesis ends with the 12 tribes of Israel now in Egypt given that Joseph, one of the 12, was there in a position of authority. The original 12 have all passed and their lineage suffered...
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...Hypothesis: Communalization of Education is leading to increasing tension/alienation amongst religious communities and is being utilized as a tool for vote bank politics by politicians. Case Study 1: The Saffronization of Educational Institutions One of the first moves taken by Murli Manohar Joshi, HRD minister in 2000 was to appoint Mr. BR Grover as Chairman of the Indian Council of Historical Research. It was a widely held view that Mr. Grover was a historian of mediocre status and a RSS sympathizer of high standing. This decision elicited much indignation, however knowing the BJP’s policy of ‘pro-Hindutva,’ one could hardly have been much surprised. Mr. Grover, did everything in his power to promote RSS ideology and even managed ‘evidence’, as the VHP representative on a Govt. panel on the Babri Masjid dispute, to argue that a Ram temple indeed existed on the Babri Masjid site and that it was destroyed during Babar’s regime to build the mosque. The weight of historical scholarship and archaeological evidence which suggests the contrary was totally discounted. A few months prior to this the Council of ICHR was reconstituted to achieve a near monopoly for the RSS in this important institution. The Indian Council of Social Science Research has been given an even more ‘august’ scholar as Director. Mr. ML Sondhi is a person of long standing service to the RSS and has been a Jan Sangh MP in 1967. Earlier, the Indian Institute of Advanced Studies (Simla), the Indian Institute...
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...Hui-Fen Hsu The Heroic Pattern in Life of Pi 95 The Heroic Pattern in Life of Pi Hui-Fen Hsu Applied English Department National Taichung University of Science and Technology Lecturer Abstract This paper examines the universal structure of a mythological hero’s adventure in Life of Pi. The theory is based on Joseph Campbell’s The Hero with a Thousand Faces, which illustrated and distilled heroic patterns from various cultures. The hero’s journey has three stages: separation, initiation, and return. Answering a call to adventure, the hero departs from his familiar world and ventures into a region of supernatural wonder. Miraculous forces are encountered there and a decisive victory is won. He then returns from this mysterious land, bringing an elixir to bene¿t his fellow men. Through this journey of trials, the hero transforms his former self and achieves spiritual growth. Such heroes range from monster slayers to spiritual leaders such as the Buddha and Christ. Life of Pi is a fantasy adventure novel about an Indian boy who survives a shipwreck by drifting on a lifeboat with a tiger. His adventure ¿ts Joseph Campbell’s hero archetype. Similar to the mythological hero, Pi departs from his familiar land of India, answering the call for adventure to a new country. Protected by the supernatural powers of Hinduism, Catholicism, and Islam, he penetrates the dangerous and mysterious realm of the Pacific Ocean. After experiencing harsh ordeals, he returns...
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