Religion philosphy

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1.How would you describe the religion of Hinduism to someone who has not studied the religion in any way? Be sure to include major philosophies, theistic paths, and ritual practices. Be sure to explain any religious terms that the non-religious would not know. 100 w
2. Describe the spiritual practice of pilgrimage. Include information from the Hindu and Jain religions from this unit’s readings. You may also include pilgrimage concepts from other religions. 100w

3DB. How much authority do religious texts have in a community? In your response, consider not only the role of the Tripitaka (Pali Canon) in Buddhist communities but also the religious texts of other faiths. Do you perceive this level of authority as healthy or detrimental to either the religious group or society at large?100 w

4.What role does culture play in the Buddhist religion? 150 word

5.How do the major branches of Buddhism differ? What role do scripture and devotion play in the differences?150 word




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