Essays on Religion Page 12

Among the countless individuals who have greatly influenced their culture, era, or religious beliefs, John Calvin definitely stands out. From 1509 to 1564, Calvin’s impact was immense. Throughout his lifetime, he dedicated himself to advancing Protestantism. His remarkable contributions are still evident in Christianity to this day. Calvin, a French native, was the second of…

The December 1928 mailing of The Junto opened with “A Song for Men that Laugh,” a poem by Robert E. Howard that begins with this: “Satan is my brother, Satan is my son,” and ends with this: “Satan is my brother, and I will follow him.” A fine “Merry Christmas” from the post oaks. Up…

Religion has been around for thousands of years and every culture has their definition of it. In most religions there is belief that there is one God that created life and its creation but some religion believe there are many Gods. Many religions believe in going to church on Sundays, while others go to a…

Islam, Judaism, and Christianity have many similar beliefs and much that they disagree on. The common notion of one God governs the world and all of its creation’s; it is omnipotent, omniscient, and everlasting. God is transcendent, beyond all that we hear, see, taste, smell or touch, beyond space and time, and yet acts in…

Religion plays an important role in the lives of many people, and in such cases, religious principles and beliefs influence all aspects of their lives. With the increasing interest in spirituality in the community, the intersection of psychological services, religion and spirituality is likely to be a growth area in psychology (Planet, 2007). However, working…

Today over 60 million people practice Vodun worldwide. Religious similar to Vodun can be found in South America where they are called Umbanda, Quimbanda or Candomble. It is widely practiced in Benin, where it is the official religion. Vodun (a.k.a. Vodoun, Voudou, Voodoo, Sevi Lwa) is commonly called Voodoo by the public. The name is…

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s “Purple Hibiscus” stands as a compelling testament to the intricacies of postcolonial Nigeria, juxtaposed with the microcosm of a family dealing with tyranny, faith, and liberation. Through the eyes of young Kambili, readers are invited to navigate the nuances of love, oppression, and rebellion, both within the confines of a family home…

This essay delves into the historical, theological, and artistic dimensions of the Iconoclastic Controversy, emphasizing its significance within the Byzantine Empire and its broader implications for the relationship between religion and art. Investigating the controversy’s beginnings, major moments, and aftermath may help us understand the complex connection between religious belief and visual imagery. The Origins…

Two of Robert E. Howard’s tales, “Dig Me No Grave” and “The Brazen Peacock,” feature the worship of a devilish peacock deity, alternately called Malik Tous and Melek Taus. As recently as 1996, T.K.F. Weisskopf could say in the introduction to a Howard collection that “the cult of Malik Tous, mentioned in several stories, is…

With its variety of temples, gods, and astounding astronomical data, the Amman religion certainly draws our attention to it today. The Mayans had varying thoughts about life which was probably influenced, at least in part, by their interest in the horrifying Underworld. This interest was also sometimes displayed in the bloody rituals performed in their…