History & Use of the Mayan Calendar
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8 pages in length. A thorough discussion of Native Indian (Mexico) rituals concerning the use of the sun and moon as instruments to determine calendar dates. The creation, carving, and shaping of actual Mayan calendars is discussed as is the culture's ancient numbering system - figures of dots and bars based on five. Annual calendar cycles and chronology are explained in great detail. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Mayancal.wps

Mormons in Utah
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This 5 page report discusses the sociological and anthropological aspects of a group (Mormons) and the their rituals, beliefs, and ideas that are associated with a particular region of the United States (Utah). Their characteristics as a collective, as well as their customary way of life are briefly examined. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Mormon.wps

Martin Luther
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A 6 page paper discussing the life and works of Martin Luther. A brief description of his early life is included followed by some of the most important occurrences in his life which led him to being the predominant historical figure he is today. He was a man who changed the face of Christianity forever, and instigated the Reformation and the beginnings of the Protestant faith. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Martinlu.wps

Martin Luther
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In 5 pages, the author discusses the role of Martin Luther. When one thinks of all great men that influenced Christianity, Martin Luther comes to mind. The roles he played in the sixteenth century were important ones. He was a prolific writer, he contributed vast ideas to Christianity, he was pious, his views changed Christianity, and he translated the Bible. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PCmarlu.wps

Martin Luther & His Use of Language
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This 5 page paper considers the nature of Martin Luther's theological orations and his use of language and metaphor and considers the argument that Martin Luther's sermons and speeches were one of the foundations from which modern Germanic languages have progressed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Mlanguag.wps

Source and Nature of Authority According to Martin Luther and James I
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A 6 page paper which compares and contrasts the source and nature of authority, as articulated by Martin Luther in 'On Papal Power, Justification By Faith and the Nature of the Bible' and King James I's speech, 'True Law of Free Monarchies.' Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TGpower.wps

Lakota Woman
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A 6 page paper summarizing the key points of the book of the same name, written in 1990 by Mary Crow Dog, a Lakota Indian. The book describes not only the challenges faced by Indians as a result of the intrusion of the federal government into Indian life, but specifically tells about the 1973 siege of the historic site of Wounded Knee. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Lakota.wps

Lakota Woman As Bildingsroman
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A 7 page paper looking at Mary Crow Dog's autobiography in terms of its function as a coming-of-age story, or bildingsroman. The paper shows how Crow Dog's story not only tells the story of her own life but serves as a metaphor for the emergence of the entire Indian nation. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Lak3.wps

Jewish Women in Religion
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The role of the woman in Judaism is explored in this 4 page essay that uses Judith R. Baskin's book Jewish Women In Historical Perspective. Baskin edits an anthology that delves into various time periods and places around the world. All essays focus on the role of women in the Jewish tradition. Baskin's book is the only source used.
Filename: Baskin.wps