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Sacrifice in Religion: Offerings, Atonement, and Connection to the Divine – Explore The Practice Of Sacrifice In Various Religions, Examining Its Diverse Forms (Animal Sacrifice, Food Offerings, Self-Sacrifice), Its Purpose (Atonement, Seeking Blessings, Expressing Devotion), And Its Symbolic Meaning In Connecting Believers to the Divine and Addressing Sin or Impurity.

Sacrifice in Religion: Offerings, Atonement, and Connection to the Divine – A Lecture (Professor Figgleworth adjusts his spectacles, a mischievous glint in his eye. He gestures dramatically with a rubber…
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The Forbidden City’s Construction: The Imperial Palace Built – Explore the Building of the Massive Palace Complex in Beijing That Served as the Home of Chinese Emperors for Centuries, Examining its Architectural Design, Symbolic Significance, And Its Role as the Center of Imperial Power.

The Forbidden City's Construction: The Imperial Palace Built – A Lecture (Image: A panoramic view of the Forbidden City, bathed in golden sunlight. Perhaps with a cartoon emperor waving.) Welcome,…
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The Nature of Evil: Where Does It Come From? Explore The Diverse Conceptions Of Evil In Different Religions, Examining Ideas About Its Origin (Devil, Demonic Forces, Human Free Will, Absence Of Good), Its Manifestations, And How Religions Provide Frameworks For Understanding And Combating Evil In The World and Within Individuals.

The Nature of Evil: Where Does It Come From? A Whirlwind Tour Through Religious Perspectives 😈 Alright, class! Settle down, settle down. Today, we're diving into a topic that's both…
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The Establishment of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) (2016): China’s Growing Global Financial Influence – Examine the Founding of the AIIB, a Multilateral Development Bank Proposed by China, Exploring Its Goals (Funding Infrastructure Projects in Asia), Its Membership, And Its Role in Reflecting China’s Increasing Economic and Financial Influence on the Global Stage.

The Establishment of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) (2016): China's Growing Global Financial Influence - A Lecture (Professor emerges from behind a stack of books, adjusting spectacles, and brandishing…
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The Shanghai World Expo (2010): ‘Better City, Better Life’ – Explore the Hosting of the World’s Fair in Shanghai, Examining its Theme Focused on Urban Development and Sustainability, Its Massive Scale and Attendance, And Its Role in Showcasing Shanghai as a Global City and China’s Economic Progress.

The Shanghai World Expo (2010): "Better City, Better Life" - A Lecture on Urban Dreams and Chinese Ambition (Professor Snarkington adjusts his spectacles, a twinkle in his eye. He's wearing…
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The SARS Outbreak (2002-2003): A Public Health Crisis and its Impact – Examine the Outbreak of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) in China and Its Spread Globally, Exploring the Initial Handling of the Crisis, Its Social and Economic Impact, And The Lessons Learned Regarding Public Health Management and Transparency.

The SARS Outbreak (2002-2003): A Public Health Crisis and its Impact – A Lecture (Professor steps up to the podium, adjusts their glasses, and clears their throat with a dramatic…
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China’s Entry into the World Trade Organization (December 11, 2001): A Global Economic Shift – Explore the Detailed Negotiations and the Moment China Officially Became a Member of the WTO, Examining the Opportunities and Challenges This Presented for China’s Economy and Its Role in Global Trade, Accelerating Its Economic Rise.

China's Entry into the World Trade Organization (December 11, 2001): A Global Economic Shift - A Lecture (Insert a dramatic picture here of a globe morphing into a Chinese takeout…
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The Inquisition: Persecution in the Name of Faith – Explore The Historical Institution Within The Catholic Church Aimed At Suppressing Heresy, Examining Its Methods (Torture, Trials), Its Victims, And Its Role In Enforcing Religious Orthodoxy And Persecuting Those Whose Beliefs Were Deemed Contrary To Official Doctrine, A Dark Chapter In Religious History.

The Inquisition: Persecution in the Name of Faith – A Lecture (Imagine a slightly dusty, but grand, lecture hall. A screen flickers to life, displaying a dramatic image of hooded…
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The Concept of the Soul or Spirit Across Religions: What Happens After We Die? Explore the Diverse Beliefs About The Nature Of The Soul or Spirit In Different Religions, Examining Ideas About Its Immortality, Its Separation From The Body After Death, Its Journey To An Afterlife (Heaven, Hell, Rebirth), And Its Connection To The Divine or Universal Consciousness.

The Concept of the Soul or Spirit Across Religions: What Happens After We Die? (A Cosmic Comedy and Philosophical Field Trip) (Professor Anya Sharma, PhD, Department of Comparative Theology, stands…