Bibliography lists 2 sources. A 5 page discussion of destiny as it relates to the actional and nonactional theories. Associates the theory of biological determinism with the nonactional theory but observes other areas of research which indicate numerous factors, particularly parental involvement in our childhood, affect the way we live our lives. Concludes that there is some validity to the Actional Theory, the theory that it is us that determine our destiny. What becomes clear, however, is that our destinies are determined not only by factors which are under our control but also be predetermined factors such as our genes.
Destiny therefore is predetermined in some instances but entirely under our control in others.
Bibliography lists 5 sources. Included is a discussion of the philosophy of absolute doubt and absolute certainty as developed by Rene Descartes as well as a discussion of man's destiny as outlined in the Holy Bible. Bibliography lists 6 sources. This 6 page paper provides an unbeliever's understanding of the Divine Reality, looks at why organized religion is not to be followed and offers an alternative belief system in naturalism and transcendentalism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.