Belief Essays

For most people, Life is very close and cherished to them. They yearn to enjoy every single moment in life and wish they could live forever. People believe there is nothing in life that is worth dying for. On the contrary, I believe there are some situations and values that …

The ancient Mesopotamians and the Hebrews had significant differences in their religious beliefs and these differences shaped their societies. Religion was the basis of civilization for the ancient Mesopotamians; it dominated every aspect of their lives. The ancient Mesopotamian society was built upon mythopoeic thinking. This way of thinking based …

During the eighteenth century, ideas came into place that economic improvement and political reform were possible. This movement of ideas was called the Enlightenment. Inspired by the scientific revolution, the Enlightenment led people to challenge the Church authority and the traditional intellectual authority. Enlightened people believed in a commercial society, …

Hindu’s belief in respecting all living creatures is due to many reasons, including the presence of Brahman, the close connection between humans and animals and the most basic principles of satya and ahimsa. Firstly, Hindus believe that God created the whole universe and that all creation whether it be oceans, …