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The Idea of the Messiah in Judaism and Christianity: Examining the Belief in a Future Redeemer or Savior.

The Idea of the Messiah in Judaism and Christianity: Examining the Belief in a Future Redeemer or Savior (Lecture Begins with a theatrical flourish and a knowing wink) Alright folks,…

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Philosophy

The Nature of Causation: Examining Different Theories About How Causes Produce Effects.

The Nature of Causation: Examining Different Theories About How Causes Produce Effects (A Humorous Lecture) (Professor Figglebottom adjusts his spectacles, clears his throat, and beams at the (hopefully) captivated audience.…

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Religion

The Concept of Jihad in Islam: Investigating Its Different Meanings and Interpretations.

Jihad: Beyond the Battlefield - A Humorous & Honest Look at a Complex Concept ⚔️🧘‍♀️📚 (Welcome, weary travelers, to Islamic Thought 101! Today's topic: Jihad. Don't run away screaming just…

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Religion

The Theravada and Mahayana Traditions in Buddhism: Examining Their Distinctive Features and Practices.

The Theravada and Mahayana Traditions in Buddhism: Examining Their Distinctive Features and Practices (Lecture Hall Ambiance: Gentle chanting sounds softly in the background. A projection screen displays a serene image…

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Philosophy

Personal Identity: Investigating What Makes a Person the Same Individual Over Time and Through Changes.

Personal Identity: Investigating What Makes You, You, Even When You're Not. (A Humorous, Philosophical Lecture) (Imagine a brightly lit lecture hall. A somewhat disheveled professor, sporting a tie askew and…

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Religion

Major Schools of Thought in Hinduism: Investigating Vedanta, Yoga, Samkhya, and Other Philosophical Traditions.

Major Schools of Thought in Hinduism: A Philosophical Fiesta! 🥳 (A whirlwind tour through Vedanta, Yoga, Samkhya, and other mind-bending traditions) Namaste, knowledge-seekers! 👋 Welcome to our philosophical fiesta, where…

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Philosophy

The Mind-Body Problem: Exploring the Relationship Between Mental States and Physical States (Dualism, Materialism, Idealism).

The Mind-Body Problem: Exploring the Relationship Between Mental States and Physical States (Dualism, Materialism, Idealism) Professor Quirke (that's me!), your guide through the philosophical jungle. 🤓 Welcome, intrepid explorers of…

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Religion

The Different Schools of Thought in Judaism: Examining Orthodox, Conservative, Reform, and Reconstructionist Judaism.

The Different Schools of Thought in Judaism: Examining Orthodox, Conservative, Reform, and Reconstructionist Judaism (A whirlwind tour through Jewish denominational diversity - hold on to your kippahs!) Welcome, everyone, to…

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Philosophy

The Free Will Problem: Investigating the Question of Whether Human Actions Are Freely Chosen or Determined by Causal Laws.

The Free Will Problem: Are We Puppets or Pilots? 🕹️🧠 (A Lecture in Three Acts, with Intermissions for Brain Breaks) Welcome, my intrepid explorers of the mind! Prepare to embark…

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Religion

The Sunni and Shia Divide in Islam: Investigating the Historical and Theological Differences Between These Major Branches.

The Sunni and Shia Divide in Islam: A Historical & Theological Deep Dive (with a dash of Humour!) ☕🕌 (Lecturer: Dr. Aisha Khan, Professor of Islamic History, self-proclaimed history geek…

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