Prophecy formed a critical part of the Bible, especially in the Old Testament. In fact, the Old Testament prophets played an extremely critical role in the transmission of God's message. The role of prophets changed in the New Testament, because Christ was the fulfillment of most of the prophecies. Furthermore, Christ was widely proclaimed as the last prophet, and the New Testament concentrates on Christ's life, works, and words as the sole means of transmission for Christ's message. Because the importance of prophecy declined dramatically following Christ's death and because many modern Christians emphasize the New Testament, many people fail to understand the importance of prophets and prophecies in the Old Testament. In the Old Testament, the prophets were the way that God transmitted his message to the people of Israel, the means for the development of Judaism and Christianity, and the proof of the truth of God's word. In order to understand the Old

The purpose of this paper is to introduce, discuss, and analyze the novel "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston. Specifically it will discuss the American dream as it is portrayed in the book. This book shows the American dream is really the same for just about everyone. They want freedom, love, and respect, with those things, anything is possible, and that truly represents the American dream.

The following is an analysis of a speech given by the President of the United States, President George W. Bush on October 7, 2002. The speech was entitled "President Bush Outlines Iraqi Threat "and was presented at the Cincinnati Museum Center at Cincinnati Union Terminal, Cincinnati, Ohio. In the first instance this important speech is a characterized by a calm argumentative tone and logical persuasion. The central theme of the speech deals with the threat that Iraq poses to the United States and to the world in general. Besides the clear and calm but decisive tone that the speaker uses to convey his massage, the content of the speech is intended to draw attention and to emphasize the serious nature of the subject matter. For example, the speech takes a very broad and general view from the beginning when the President states that he intends to discuss, "... a great threat to peace." (President Bush Outlines Iraqi Threat) The use of wide-ranging and evocative wo

Accurate, meaningful, and effective benchmarking methods present major difficulties to the staff and administration of all educational institutions. In "Data Don't Drive," Dowd points out how benchmarking methods might be improved to offer a more comprehensive assessment of a school's performance, focusing in particular on community colleges. According to the author, community colleges must shift from a "culture of evidence," which looks mainly at raw, static data, to a "culture of inquiry," which enab

Proactive planning is the process of planning ahead of an actual event with the goal of preventing problematic situations before they occur. When management plans proactively, they prevent the situation from getting out of control and have procedures and policies for effectively handling the situation. Proactive management plans are most commonly seen with EMS and other emergency departments, hospitals and doctors and in many educational situations where discipline may be an issue. Proactive management is also used in business, retail and restaurant managements. "Proactive planning is the concept of planning AHEAD of the actual event, to be prepared for it (whatever it is). By being proactive you avoid being over-run by the event, and have plans and procedures in

In a society increasingly based on the rapid transmission of information, literacy becomes an indispensable and valuable asset. However, literacy was an equally important tool before the information age and even before the Industrial Revolution. Frederick Douglass, in his autobiography Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, describes how literacy transformed his relationship to himself and to his slave masters, enabling him to become a powerful spokesperson for abolition. Thus, literacy can be a tool for social and political change. Douglass does not note the relevance of literacy for economic success, for in the nineteenth century making a living was not as dependent on literacy skills as it might be today. A report published by the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry entitled "The Importance of Literacy and Numeracy Skills" champions the role of literacy in boosting business and national economies. The report reveals the role of literacy in the information age

Psycho-history lends insight into the possible states of mind of individuals. Historians have attempted to use psychological and sociological theories to explain historical events and show how the human psyche creates historical crises. The psychic crisis theory of the Salem witchcraft hysteria can explain several aspects of the witch trials because historical fact alone may not be able to completely account for the underlying reasons for the persecutions. As such, the psychic crisis theory is a reasonable exte

The short story "A&P" by John Updike, shows who this talented modern writer can describe existing contradictions in contemporary society which are not only limited to the issues of public or personal morality. Being the enemy of conservatism and restoration of Puritanism in today's society, he nevertheless has a very realistic viewpoint on these most burning issues in American society's debates. The story "A&P" is about a teenager named Sammy, who works a cash register at a local store near the beach, but who dreams about a better

Introduction The spiraling cost of gasoline and the increasing global concern for cleaner fuels has been the single most important factor for both institutional as well as individual consumers alike to influence buying decision for cars in the coming years. For the automotive industry in general and Toyota in particular the main sustainability challenge is climate change because of rising emission due to greenhouse gases. Because of a substantial contributor to greenhouse gases, the automotive industry is attracting strict regulations in many nations. The industry's increased dependence on oil augments the challenge since governments across the world are looking forward to diversify their energy sources. To tackle these problems, Toyota should improve fuel economy and reduce the carbon concentration in their product portfolio by way of alternative propulsion systems like the Hybrid Car (Sustainability Leader: Toyota Motor). The Market and Consumer Preferences of Hybrid Vehicles The market potential of hybrid vehicles is restricted because of severe competition from the conventional non-hybrid vehicles that a

1. WHAT IS MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ETHICAL LEADERSHIP In today's business world, the bottom line is all to often regarded as the end-all, and whatever means it takes to reach that end is "permissible." What is missing in this rush to show a better bottom line than the previous quarter or fiscal year is that the idea of fairness in business dealings often goes out the window. We are living in an age of management-by-whatever-means necessary. We have seen examples from Enron to WorldCom, even to FEMA in the wake of Hurricane Katrina prove that deviousness is acceptable to many. What management needs to provide to its managers who are to be the company's future leaders is a sense, not merely of fairness, but o

Dell computers are one of the leaders within the computer hardware industry. Started in the late 1980s, it was viewed as a small player within the market by powerhouses such as IBM until its proven sales strategy and production mechanism vaulted it to the top of the industry. A careful analysis of its marketing mix will show how it has effectively positioned itself in the market to succeed on a fundamental level. First, an analysis of Dell's overall company strategy and its marketing mix in terms of corporate strategy will take place. Then a further detailed analysis of one of its most successful Desktop PC models will be examined, the Dimension Desktop series. Finally we will examine another line of Dell PCs that have not faired very well in its particular sector, their XPS notebook series. Through a careful analysis of the marketing mix, we will be able to identify both the strengths and weaknesses of the Dell product line and corporate strategy. As an overall company, D

While some people may argue that OSHA's regulations are burdensome and overly bureaucratic, they have helped reduce workplace accidents and therefore reducing absenteeism and insurance payouts. Manufacturers and businesses, large and small, benefit. In fact, there is proof that OSHA oversight is having an effect on workplace safety: "The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 4.3 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illness in 2004, down fro

Introduction: There are a number of federal laws protecting employees in the workplace. Included in them are the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Equal Pay Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. According to Dana Shilling in her book "Human Resources and the Law," the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA) was passed to protect older workers who are still able to carry out vital job functions. Under the ADEA, employers with twenty or more employees are prohibited from discriminating against employees over forty years of age in hiring, compensation or other employment related areas including training, promotions or layoffs and terminations. The ADEA does not prohibit the discharge of employees over the age of forty for good cause or employee misconduct. The ADEA does prohibit employers for retaliating aga

When Fidel Castro announced he was temporarily relinquishing power due to his illness, people began to debate the possibility of democratic changes in a post-Castro Cuba. While reports circulate that the ailing Castro is recovering, speculations about significant changes in Cuba continue. This paper argues that despite Castro's preparations, changes in the Cuban government are inevitable, in the event of Castro's death. The loss of Castro would mean that the government would have to make further changes to accommodate democratic reform. In contrast to majority opinions, any reports consider the possibility that the Communist government would retain its Marxist-Leninist identity. After all, reports like "Cuba After Castro" (2006) point out that the dictator had been in power for the past 47 years. This means that almost two generations of Cubans grew up accepting the idea that a comm

CO-TRAINING, TEAM TEACHING: IS TEAM-TEACHING/CO-FACILITATION IN CORPORATE AMERICA BETTER FOR THE TRAINEES & THE TRAINERS? (Research Proposal) I. RESEARCH QUESTIONS 1) What impact has single facilitation taught classrooms had on training in corporate America? 2) How is the effectiveness of co-taught classrooms measured versus single taught classroom? 3) Are trainees getting enough individual attention from their facilitator and how do we measure it? 4) Co-Teaching, does it work? 5) How effective is dictating training delivery from home offices, rather than allowing the local department teams decide? II. RESEARCH DESIGN The objective of this work is to propose a research design which will be inclusive of the proposed research design that includes the research questions, rationale, instrumentation, and methods for both data collection and analysis. Many methodologists view the combination of quantitative and qualitative methods as "

It is ironic how you and I often hurt the people we love most in arguments. You need to realize that too often the people closest to us are the ones that receive the majority of our anger, because they are around you when you're most likely to let yourself really let your true emotions show. When people cut you off in traffic or are rude, or when your boss is unreasonable in making demands, often times the stress and anger of these situations finds new life in old arguments. All this anger however can make for some great ephinanies in your arguments with others, and actually strengthen relationships through off-loading frustrations that originated with others yet get dumped on the people you care for most. Think of it as verbal dog kicking if you will; therapeutic and cathartic for you, and sometimes irritating but

The intent of this paper is to analyze the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) of Hilton Hotels, Intercontinental Hotels, and Marriott Hotels. A SWOT analysis is useful in that it encapsulates the major strategic areas of a company, capturing it's core competencies or strengths, relative to both opportunities and threats present in its environment. There are many reasons why organizations rely on SWOT analysis frameworks, yet the most common one is to crystallize its strengths and weaknesses relative to opportunities in the market. Companies rely on SWOT analysis to also validate assumptions about opportunities versus threats present in their environments. The framework of a SWOT analysis also gives companies an opportunity to capture what strategies are working well today and their link to future opportunities. SWOT also often brings together qualitative and quantitative aspects of a company's strategy for a more thorough analysis of the current condi

This paper presents a detailed examination of the management style of a local organization. The writer explores the methods used to recruit and retain employees and examines the style of management that provides the blueprint for success. There was one source used to complete this paper.

This paper argues that there are a myriad of social problems that contribute to homelessness, and that many of these problems are rooted in the structures of society. This paper focuses on three major reasons – poverty and economic reasons, mental deficiencies and "trigger" factors that place one in a vulnerable position. These factors combined, rather than personal failings or substance abuse, account for majority of the homeless cases in the United States. Any long-term solutions to the problem of homelessness must therefore go beyond treating the symptoms. Rather, a program to eradicate homelessness must also focus on the systemic reasons that contribute to the problem in the first place.

The concern of the United States with regards to terror and terrorists activities began way before the 9/11 terrorist incidents. There was the World Trade Center bombings in the 1990s and several attacks on U.S. citizens outside the U.S. Terror and terrorist incidents became a focal point in U.S. government policies immediately preceding the disasters of September 11, 2001. In a sudden change of stance, the government "took off its gloves" and dealt with terrorists in a manner they (the terrorists) understand well – with iron fists! Many citizens hailed the government's efforts stating, "It was high time the terrorists are given a dose of their own medicine!" Others cried "foul" and began reminding the government of human rights, due process and freedom of expression. Suddenly, civil liberties were curtailed in the name of protecting the citizenry from the effects of terrorism. The two opposing fronts are at odds with each other giving viable a

The purpose of this paper is to introduce, discuss, and analyze the topic of American history. Specifically it will link Chinese women immigrants' history to American women's history. Chinese women have a particularly difficult history in America, because many of the first Chinese women to immigrate to America were prostitutes imported to serve the many single Chinese men working in the country. Chinese women were effectually banned from immigrating to the country for many years, and most Chinese men left their wives and children behind in China because it was much cheaper for them to live there. The men simply sent money back home to support their families. 1 Chinese women's history parallels American women's history in many ways, but Chinese women have a much shorter history in this country, and most faced many hardships due to their race. Chinese women immigrated to American in exceedingly small numbers until the 20th century. In the mid-1800s, there were 63,000 Chinese in

Chapter two of Utilitarianism by John Stuart Mills essentially runs through the basic tenets and definitions of Utilitarianism, and also addresses some important objections and misconceptions of the philosophy. Sadly, although Mills tries to rescue much of the vocabulary of Utilitarianism from public misconception and appropriation, he seems to have failed on this account. Of course the true understanding of his philosophy does not lie with the masses, but instead with those who have entered the realm of higher pleasures, so the problem with the misunderstandings can be considered ultimately moot. Mills stresses that utility is not in opposition to pleasure, but instead an absence of pain. In other words, utility is not something that should be considered in contrast to pleasure; instead it should be considered in unity with pleasure as part of pleasure's inherent qualities. Utility, as defined here, serves as what Mills considers the very foundation of morality as well as the s

Writers present the perspective of their particular community and social order. Readers of literature are enabled to see into different lives, different communities, different worlds. Black women writers take the reader into the world of women and the world of the African-American alike, especially important in a world where black women suffer dual discrimination and numerous indignities because of their status, while these writers show that these women have personalities and thoughts and lives that link them to all of humanity even as they also exhibit certain cultural differences that make them unique. Zora Neale Hurston emerged as part of the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s and was influenced by Langston Hughes. She represented a feminist-African American mix, though her personality quirks kept her from developing as fully as she might have. Her works, though, provide readers with a view of the beginnings of both feminism and a different view of African American culture in the

This is a research proposal on real estate investment. We propose to give proof on the data and substance of the mode of payment in corporate-mergers by assessing shareholder profits in a 5-year sample of R.E.I.T mergers between 1994 and 1998.

Introduction In completing this analysis of an article, I chose an article by Columbus (2006) that illustrates how marketing departments both in manufacturing and enterprise software companies are striving to stay in touch with their customers more than before, often using new approaches to do this. In terms of the credibility of the article, there is sincerity and honesty in the author's voice, as he is advocating a new perspective on how to understand customers, not a specific product or service to accomplish the task. The author has a bias to the non-traditional approaches companies can use to listen to their customers, and shows an impatience with marketing organizations that only rely on dated cause-and-effect relationships in relating to their customers. Main Theme The central theme of this marketing communications article by Columbus (2006) is that it's time for marketing departments to snap off the auto-pilot of how they have always done business and embrace use