Academic papers on Mythology

Religion and 'Magic'
A 6 page paper that considers the magico-religious elements of a number of primal religions and compares them practices in Catholicism. This paper utilizes information presented by Kenneth Kuykendal and others to demonstrate the importance of magic...
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Rastafarianism
An 8 page paper on the religion, philosophy, and culture started by Marcus Garvey. This paper mainly deals with the history, the background, and the religious beliefs of this predominantly black religion. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Jesuits
In 8 pages the author discusses the Society of Jesus, which is also known as The Jesuits. Through it preachings, teachings, etc., the Jesuits have held a major impact on the Catholic reformation, even though the papacy (bishops, etc) thought the...
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Thematic Considerations On Witchcraft
25 pages in length. An in-depth analysis of the occult, witchcraft's themes and practices including the 'evil eye' etc.; The writer examines witch craft's history, various theological perspectives, the concept of salvation, the possibility of Hell,...
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Witchcraft and Sex
A 6 page discussion of witchcraft in the United States. Discusses the misconception that sexual promiscuity and misdeed are an integral part of witchcraft. Concludes that witchcraft accusations are almost always targeted at women and that these...
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Women & Christian Witch Hunts During The Reformation
During the Reformation era, persecution of women whom the Catholic Church perceived to be 'witches' was at an all-time high. This 12 page paper examines sociopolitical issues from that time as well as specific theological views on witchery and...
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Humanism's Contribution To The Reformation
A 6 page paper discussing the role of humanistic thought in the Reformation. Many believe 'humanism' to be an arrogance embodied in an attitude that reflects the 1970s attitude of the 'I'm OK, you're OK' ilk. Most of those would be incredulous to...
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Noah's Ark and the Great Deluge
A 7 page paper exploring the story of Noah's ark and the great flood. The writer examines various theories about the tale including possible scientific proof of the flood's existence. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Satan & Christianity
A 7 page essay exploring the role that Satan plays in Christianity. Using the Bible and other citations, the writer looks at Satan in the Old and New Testament and compares those depictions with the role he plays today. Bibliography is included.
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Exegesis / Romans 12:1-8
A 5 page analysis of Romans 12:1-8 written by Paul in about AD 57. The Exegesis offers a brief overview of when and why this letter was written to the Romans and then provides an interpretation of the text. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Jason & the Argonauts After Medea's Departure
In 6 pages the author tells a hypothetical story, which might have happened when Argonauts visited Jason in Corinth after Medea's departure. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Roman Mythology / Cupid, Mars, & Venus
In 3 pages the author discusses Cupid, Mars, and Venus, who were figures in Roman Mythology. Roman mythology has many interesting gods and goddesses. They are mirrored in Greek mythology. Cupid, the god of love, Venus, the goddess of beauty and...
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The Character of Clytemnestra
A 5 page analysis of the character of Clytemnestra in the play 'Agamemnon' (458 B.C.) by the Greek playwright Aeschylus. The writer argues that it would have been easy for Aeschylus to portray Clytemnestra as a completely unsympathetic character....
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Meaning, Function & Significance of Greek Mythology
A 10 page paper which examines Greek mythology by considering three or more myths to determine meaning, function and significance. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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The Greek God Apollo: The Influence of His Name on Modern Day Products
This 5 page paper considers the use of the name Apollo in products and the development of advertising campaigns around this name. This paper argues that the use of the name Apollo, for everything from microcomputers to watches, has occurred...
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