Is Scientology a “religion” based upon your study this term? Why, or why not? Discussion 1 INTRODUCTION We have covered many of the religions of the world over the last seven weeks, from definitions to examples to anomalies. This week…
Explain the correlation of spirituality with an adolescent’s sense of well-being, life attitudes, altruism, school success, and identity development. Spirituality and religion can be important to adolescent development. At this stage, adolescents on the cusp of adulthood may struggle with…
What makes Christianity and Islam (and also Buddhism) so “sticky” as “religions of the world?” Assignment 2 INTRODUCTION Christianity and Islam, along with Buddhism, are considered “missionary” religions that have spread beyond geographic, ethnic, and nationalistic boundaries. INSTRUCTIONS Submit a…
Compare the narrative of Moses and the “Burning Bush” with Muhammad in the cave. Discussion 2 INSTRUCTIONS Islam, like Christianity, advocates a new “revelation” between humans and God based upon much of the narratives found in the Hebrew Bible. In…
Compare and contrast the primary beliefs held by major religious traditions and the cultures in which these religions evolved. Discussion 1 INTRODUCTION Christianity grew from a small sect of Jewish followers to one of the largest (and most powerful) religious…
How would you explain or portray the relationship between religion and cultural elites? Write a 250 word or more response to one of the following questions: (JUST ONE) How would you explain or portray the relationship between religion and cultural…
What does a Jewish community look like in China or Japan? Assignment 2 INSTRUCTIONS Judaism is the source for the religions of Christianity and Islam historically, yet they are vastly different in their views of religiosity. Write a small essay…
Do you think social media such as Facebook, Twitter, etc. are good for society and democracy as a whole? Watch all of Victoria Bonney’s Ted Talk, the first 10 minutes of KRS-One’s “KRS-One – Higher Self and Our Perception of…
Discussion Ephesians 6 10-20 10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood,…
The Concept of Suffering in Hinduism Select one of the following religions to research. Select a religion that reflects the population that you may serve. What you select should be different from what you did in Topic 4: Buddhism Bahá’í…
The Theme of Restoration in the Scripture Topic Essay. This essay will be a topic of your choice related to religion – hopefully something fun that you would like to explore. The topic will be approved by the professor and you…
Discussion 12: Religion, Culture, and Nursing Discussion 12: Religion, Culture, and Nursing A 45-year-old divorced Filipino man with end-stage Alzheimer’s disease was found dead from hanging. While preparing the body for the morgue, the mother tells the nurse that…