Question 1

What are three basic concepts shared by virtually all human cultures that are fundamental to what we call religion? Use examples to illustrate your answer.

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Question 2

What are three of the reasons people study religion, as discussed in the textbook?

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Question 3

Why are humans religious? Briefly identify three reasons mentioned in the text.

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Question 4

What are some of the differences between a faith-based approach and interfaith approach to religious studies?

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Question 5

What are some of the differences between the academic study of religion and theology?

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Question 6

What is a shaman and who does the shamn act on behalf of their community?

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Question 7

What did Bronislaw Malinowski learn about the connection between dangerous endeavours and religious ritual?

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Question 8

What is one way that certain illnesses were dealt with in Sri Lanka? What does this tell us about one of the roles of the shaman?

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Question 9

Explain what is an axis mundi? Provide two examples of an axis mundi?

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Question 10

What does "Indo-European" mean? How did Indo-European culture impact ancient societies and their religions?

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Question 11

What is the Energy God? Provide at least two examples to help explain.

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Question 12

Identify two religions with prophetic traditions and provide examples from within both.

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Question 13

What is a mystery religion? Give two examples to help explain.

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Question 14

What is an avatar? Provide two examples to help explain.

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Question 15

Give two examples of how Muslims understand and/or demonstrate the importance of the Qur'an.

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Question 16

For what reasons do people study religion? Make specific reference to the discussion in the text which includes a discussion on the "insider versus outsider" issue.

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Question 17

Define the religious studies or study of religion approach as provided in the five points by the American Academy of Religion. From your own perspective, explain the significance behind each of these five overarching points or assertions as provided by the American Academy of Religion.

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Question 18

Define and delineate four of the different patterns that have historically developed within and across religious traditions throughout different parts of the world? Provide examples from the four chosen patterns as discussed within the textbook.

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Question 19

Explain in detail the concept of the avatar from its origins to common patterns and features. Provide examples from Hinduism, Buddhism, and Christianity in order to further unpack the concept of the avatar.

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Question 20

Define the term scriptural religion and scripturalism? Summarize in detail with examples from different traditions across the world that demonstrate the various expressions and forms of scriptural religions.

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Quiz 1: About Religion