Marjorie Benton

Goffman’s Dramaturgical Analysis

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Erving Goffman’s Dramaturgical Approach/Presentation of Self in Everyday Life (include his analysis of team work) (Garner & Hancock, pp. 340-349/Lecture Notes)

Please use this book to get some quotes and help explain and relate to the prompt. This book only has a few pages in the chapter. https://www.google.com/books/edition/_/VsN2AwAAQBA…

Requirements: 350-400

please no unnecessary information. Just answer the prompt accordingly
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To conclude, other aspects of performance that Goffman addresses include the arts of impression management, communication out of character, and discrepant roles. Communication out of character occurs when a performer “steps out” and executes incompatible communication concerning the intended impression (Garner & Hancock, 2014 p.554). The art of impression management, on the other hand, refers to the rectification of the intended and unintended disruptions that occur during performances. Lastly, according to Goffman, discrepant roles possess available information, region access, and function, including informers, shills, and service specialists.

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Kingdom Life

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1. From the lectures and Scripture readings, discuss the image of God and the potential cultural, philosophical, and idolatrous threats to the imago dei. Have you observed these threats in practice?

2. From Chapter 1 of Boundaries in Marriage and the lectures, discuss the “Triangle of Boundaries”: (1) freedom, (2) responsibility, and (3) love. What are the dangers of investing in a poor relationship and not setting proper limits? What are some examples of boundaries?

o Requirements: 250 words for each question.

Reading for question 1: Genesis 1:26–28; 5:3; 9:6–7; Romans 8:29; 1 Corinthians 11:7; 2 Corinthians 4:4; Colossians 1:15; James 3:9

Requirements: 250 words

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The Triangle of Boundaries comprises three essential realities that have been existence since the beginning of time. They include freedom, responsibility, and love (Cloud and Townsend, 2013). At the beginning of time, God granted all living things freedom, such as human beings’ ability to engage in decision-making independently. It allows people to exercise their freedom from God based on their preferences which require setting boundaries. Without boundaries that define limits, an individual can’t experience freedom fully. It is because they can become slaves to others through marriage or relationships. Responsibility is another reality and triangle of boundary that has been in existence since creation. Boundaries define the possibility of people to decide when they can take responsibility. Limits also allows them to defy specific responsibilities by differentiating their duties and influencing change through actions. Another essential reality is love. The decision to set boundaries in relationships will enable one to experience love. It creates a suitable environment in which other realities of responsibility and freedom can exist. Love is an intense feeling because it grants people freedom from captivity and hurtful towards others. Love also creates a sense of responsibility in terms of the actions taken for oneself and others.

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Biblical and Cultural views of Singleness

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1. What are the biblical and cultural views of singleness? Do our churches take care of singles? Consider different age groups of singles. What are some premarital questions we should consider? Why do people invest in bad relationships and who suffers the consequences?

2. From Chapter 4 of Boundaries in Marriage, what do the authors mean by “It Takes Two to Make One”? What are some things that a relationship can and cannot provide? Whether married or single, why is it important to know this early in life

250 words for each question

Requirements: 250 word

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One of the most popular notions associated with relationships, especially the bad ones, is that the heart wants what it wants. The meaning derived from this is that no matter how bad a relationship is, as long as one partner or both of them love each other, they will remain together despite the challenges they encounter. Other than this, there is a financial and cultural aspect to why some people invest in bad relationships. When one partner relies entirely on the other one for their financial well-being, this lack of financial independence might prevent them from leaving such relationships. Culture has an immense influence on how people act. As such, partners from cultures that perceive leaving a relationship as a failure might prompt them to invest in a bad and failing relationship. Doing this comes at a considerable cost, psychologically, emotionally, and physically, for both partners. The psychological and physical wounds such relationships impact couples follow them for the rest of their lives,

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Religions

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In this discussion post you will explain which of the five major religions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism) you are most excited to learn about and why.

It should be at least 100 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources.

Requirements: 100 words

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Unlike Christianity and Judaism, the development of the Islam principles was more flexible, and it adopted changes depending on the demands of the society (Syed, Akhtar, & Usmani, 2011). There are also different categories of Muslims that are differentiated by their religious principles. This makes Islam an intriguing subject to study.

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The Holy Ghost People

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  • I want you to watch the attached video about the Holy Rollers of West Virginia. From an etic point of view I want you examine this group of people and how they practice their religion. To do this I want you to explain.
  • 1) How does the video connect with the nine universal characteristics?
  • 2) Identify three of the nine in the video

Requirements: 1 page

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The video clearly illustrates three universal characteristics of culture among the Holy Ghost people. One of them is language and non-verbal communication. Bloch, Solomon & Carey (2020) elaborate this as the way that people communicate with or without words. From the video, physical manifestations like shaking, jumping, and shouting were non-verbal and verbal ways of communicating the power of God upon the congregants. The rest would accept such reactions in cheering or nodding, smiling, and offering praise to God.

The second universal characteristic I observed was social control. TV XP (2016) noted that some churches had no leader and would depend on the Holy Ghost for guidance; others had designated leaders. In the documentary, the leader would guide the service program by designating a time for praises, preaching, testimony, and prayer. The leader acted as the social control and would help maintain order in the church service flow.

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Christian Ethics and Health

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1. From the lecture, discuss the different forms of birth control. What does Scripture say about abortion (since when was this practiced)? What do Christians think about this ancient practice?

2. From the lectures and readings, discuss how adultery and domestic violence are contrary to the will of God. When is it permissible to divorce and remarry? Are relational difficulties (e.g., constant fighting) a good reason to separate? Why or why not?

Each question should be 250.

Requirements: 250

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Vasectomy is a small operation in men that blocks sperms from getting into the semen when they ejaculate, preventing them from getting pregnant women. However, they can still have ejaculation and orgasm. This procedure is 100% effective. Other forms of birth control include tubal ligation, condoms, the use of pills, and permanent birth controls. The Scripture from the Ten Commandments says, “though shall not kill,” which means abortion is killing and it is against God’s will. In Christianity, infanticide is condemned. From the late fifteenth century, abortion is highly condemned unless it is done before the quickening, or it is done to save the mother’s life. Christians take abortion as murder and anyone practicing or encouraging it is a sinner who does not respect the word of God.

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Prejudice and Discrimination

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Be Honest. Do you think you have some prejudices? It’s one thing to have them and another to act on them. Where do you think your prejudices, if you have them, originated? Based on your readings, how would you propose getting rid of prejudices that you have? How does having these biases affect you? Have you ever been the target of discrimination–how easily do you think we can change people’s minds? Use research or materials from your readings to support your claims.

Requirements: no more than 200 words.

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Prejudice and discrimination are practiced in the society due to different believes that people hold. I believe I have prejudice towards Islam as a religion and the Islamic states around the world. Over time, I have developed a perception that Islam teaches its followers to be hostile towards non-Islam. They tend to seclude themselves from other people because they believe they are pure and unique compared to the rest. Interacting with these individuals has enabled me to understand that not every Muslim is an extremist. Some of them abhor such violent activities rampant in their religion (Kite & Whitley Jr, 2016). My prejudice towards Islam was brought about by the rampant cases of terrorism that hit the US and the world at large in the late twentieth century and the early twenty-first century. The hatred the Americans bore towards Islamism at the time affected my general perception of the religion.

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Biblical view of wealth and possessions

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1. What is the biblical view of wealth and possessions? Compare and contrast the Old Testament, New Testament, and current prevailing cultural views on money matters. Can it be a blessing when God withholds what he knows will corrupt the human heart? What are we supposed to do with the material blessings God bestows upon us?

2. Discuss the potential dangers of worshipping money, sex, power, youth, and beauty? How can these idols of the heart affect personal relationships, life goals, and even family members around us? How do they affect friendships and marriages?

Each question should be 250 words

Requirements: 250

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Generally, the worship of money, sex, and beauty makes people fail to see Him as desirable and worthy of praise. Instead, they place their focus on God’s creation, putting more preference in them. As a result, this prevents them from viewing God as supremely satisfying. This destroys personal and family relationships as well as people’s life goals. In such instances, individuals lack the self-control of their thoughts and deeds by indulging in evil acts such as crime, rape, corruption, and drugs to quench their desires (Piper, 2016). The misuse of money leads to debt, financial instability, and health issues destroying the previously established sustainability plans. Furthermore, lustful desires destroy marriages and friendships. For instance, when a married man commits adultery by fornicating with the wife’s friend, this creates distrust between the parties, leading to a break of marriage and friendship covenants. The cheated-on woman no longer sees the value of the friendship and union with the ally and husband, respectively.

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Stereotyping of Islam

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Read the textbook PART 2: Islam, chapter 5 (p. 79-92) & chapter 6 (p. 93-102). Type, and upload a one page précis for chapter 5 and a one page précis for chapter 6, each summarizing what you believe to be most important three things you learned in each chapter. Please use APA style. Also, please note, one of the things you must integrate is each of the FIVE PILLARS. Remember to use quotations and page citations.

Requirements: 1 page precis

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consciousness, thus staying connected to Him through shahada, Salat, and zakat. According to Saritropak (94), the Islam belief emphasizes, “there is no such thing as a profane or worldly, nonreligious action in Islam because every action has spiritual consciousness.” In this sense, individuals can evaluate their deeds based on the moral consciousness framework, revealing the intent behind the actions. Therefore, believers should seek solace from the Quran since it is the source of inspiration, as they practice sawm and hajj in compliance with the central principles of Islam, mainly the five pillars as mentioned (Saritropak, 99).

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The Comparison of Christianity

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Question Description: Compare the following 3 excerpts from world religions that were founded in the second half of our course: Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam. While modern Western Christianity has developed different beliefs and practices, what did this early Christian text have in common with the texts from Buddhist teachings and Islamic belief? Also, what were their greatest differences based on the short excerpts below? In a 1 ½ double spaced, Times New Roman, 12 point font, paper (using the 3 primary documents you have been given as cited below) explain how these religious texts relate to each other. You must have a thesis statement and footnote citations.

“The Buddha: Basic Teachings,” from: Buddha, the Word. Edited by Nyanatiloka. Electronically
Enhanced Text (C) Copyright 1991, World Library, Inc. http://web.archive.org/web/20000519140345/http://www.humanities.ccny.cuny.edu/history/buddha/buddhawd.htm

“The Gospel of Thomas” excerpt, translated by Stephen Patterson and Marvin Meyer. https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/religion/maps/primary/gthomas.html

The Holy Qur’an, excerpt from “The Holy Qur’an” translated by M.H. Shakir at CMU.
http://www.cs.cmu.edu/afs/cs.cmu.edu/project/cmt/resources/Quran/

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Looking at the differences, Christianity and Islam believe in one Supreme being, God, referred to as Allah by the Muslims. Hence, these two religions are monotheistic, but Buddhism rejects the belief of there being a Supreme God, thus polytheistic. This is evident in the Gospel of Thomas (Patterson & Meyer, Chapter 96), which talks of the Father’s kingdom, which is like a woman who took some yeast and put it in the dough to make loaves of bread. The kingdom of heaven has hidden treasures that only the wise can understand. Hence, this signifies that being close to the Supreme being, the heavenly Father in the kingdom enhances one’s wisdom and understanding of the kingdom’s value. Islam also acknowledges the existence of a Supreme God as stated in the Quran (Shakir, Index 35), which states that Allah is the Beneficent,

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