Plato's Theory of Forms & Wittgenstein's 'Notion of Truth'
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Plato's Theory of Forms outlined in a number of his dialogues including 'The Republic' and 'Parmenides,' is based in the perception of knowledge and the limitations of the senses. Plato recognized that man is limited by his sensory perception in an understanding of the natural of the world around him, and as a result, proposed the Theory of Forms in its initial sense to reflect a more complete understanding of the essential nature of the world based outside of the sensory and in the rational. Wittgenstein, in 'Notion of Truth' also considers the comparison between the actual and the perceived, and evaluates truth both as a component of basic understanding and an element directly correlated to the physical world. This 6 page paper reflects these concepts and provides support for components of both philosophers' arguments through the texts they created. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Platwitt.wps

Issues in “Christifideles Laici”
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This 5 page paper focusing on the exhortation of Pope John Paul II seeks to determine whether the document provides significant insights for the layperson. The work presents both general and specific conditions, and explains how even the exemplary conduct of a rather ordinary life can be considered as being work for the church. Christifideles Laici absolutely holds significant insights for the lay faithful. It exhorts those who can to be active in their parishes, but it also illustrates how every layperson can contribute to the overall church body, regardless of immediate circumstances. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: KS-Laici.wps

Pope John Paul II / His Influence
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An 8 page paper discussing the many involvements of Pope John Paul II. This pope is perhaps one of the most influential, from a global perspective, popes of all time. The main focus of the paper deals with the influence this pope has had upon the world, religion, and the individual people who are directly effected by the pope's actions. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Pjohnp.rtf

Pope John Paul/The Encyclical on Faith and Reason
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A 5 page essay that summarizes and analyzes Pope John Paul II's encyclical Fides et Ratio (Faith and Reason). Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khfare1.rtf

Venerabilem Fratrem Nostrum
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A 12 page paper discussing the papal bull, or letter, written by Pope Innocent III in the year 1202. A section discussing the life and times of Pope Innocent III is discussed. This is followed by a section which thoroughly discusses and illustrates the letter itself and the situation in which the letter revolved around. The paper finishes with a discussion about the influences and effects the letter has had on the Catholic church as well as the rest of the world. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Papalb.wps

Prophets of the Old Testament
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This 5 page paper looks at the prophets in the Old Testament such as Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel Jonah and many others. The paper considers their messages and the way they were delivered to the Israelites and the commonalties between them all. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
Filename: TEpropot.wps

Ezra / Character In The Old Testament
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A 5 page essay exploring the life and accomplishments of Ezra, a scribe and priest from the Old Testament. Credited with saving the Jews from disintegration, Ezra was a devout, prayerful man who journeyed from Babylonia to Jerusalem to establish and implement the law of Moses. Bibliography includes 6 references.
Filename: Ezra.wps

Warfare And The Issue Of Biblical Morality
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An 8 page paper that considers the topic of warfare as it relates to the morality of the Bible. This paper contends that there are different considerations presented in the Old and New Testament. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Warfareb.wps

Gospel Of John 1: 1-18 Exegesis
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A 10 page exegesis of John 1:1-18, the prolog to John's gospel. The exegesis examines the themes found in this passage, the context, syntax, textual differences between and among three translations: the KJV, NASB and RSV, and the theology found in these verses. Comparisons are made to the Old Testament and the New Testament. A 1 page outline is also included. 1 Table is used to illustrate a comparison of text. Bibliography lists 7 sources. PGjohn1.msw
Filename: PGjohn1.msw