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Write a 525 to 750 word paper that addresses each of the topics in the attached copy of the assignment. Include examples from various traditions such as a belief in one God or many gods and goddesses, the removal of one's shoes before entering a place of worship, bathing and baptism as methods of spiritual purification, or refusing to eat certain types of meat. You can also include examples from my religious tradition (Christianity), or another religious tradition with which you are familiar.

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REL/134 v6 Studying Religion Select and complete either Option A or Option B. Option A: Written Summary Write a 525- to 750-word paper that addresses the following topics: • • • What is essential (in the practices and beliefs) for a tradition to be called a religion? Illustrate your points by referring to the commonalities of at least two different religions. What place does religion have in making ethical decisions? Include specific examples of situations involving ethics faced by members of a religion today. Aside from ethical challenges, what are some contemporary challenges and issues related to religion? Include specific examples from the various religious traditions described in the Week 1 readings, such as a belief in one God or many gods and goddesses, the removal of one’s shoes before entering a place of worship, bathing and baptism as methods of spiritual purification, or refusing to eat certain types of meat. You may also include examples from your own religious tradition or another religious tradition with which you are familiar. Format your paper according to appropriate course-level APA guidelines. You may find helpful resources for completing your assignment in the Center for Writing Excellence in the University Library. Option B: Microsoft® PowerPoint® Presentation Prepare a 10- to 12-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® that addresses the following topics: • • • What is essential (in the practices and beliefs) for a tradition to be called a religion? Illustrate your points by referring to the commonalities of at least two different religions. What place does religion have in making ethical decisions? Include specific examples of situations involving ethics faced by members of a religion today. Aside from ethical challenges, what are some contemporary challenges and issues related to religion? Include specific examples from the various religious traditions described in the Week 1 readings, such as a belief in one God or many gods and goddesses, the removal of one’s shoes before entering a place of worship, bathing and baptism as methods of spiritual purification, or refusing to eat certain types of meat. You may also include examples from your own religious tradition or another religious tradition with which you are familiar. Use bullet points and images or graphics to illustrate your main points. Present your presentation. • Local campus students: Give a 10- to 15-minute oral presentation accompanied by your Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation. Copyright© 2018, 2016, 2015, 2014 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. • Studying Religion REL/134 v6 Page 2 of 2 Online and directed-study students: Write detailed speaker notes for each slide of your Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation. Cite your references. Format your assignment according to appropriate course-level APA guidelines. You may find helpful resources for completing your assignment in the Center for Writing Excellence in the University Library. Copyright© 2018, 2016, 2015, 2014 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved.
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Running Head: RELIGION

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Institutional Affiliation:
Student’s Name:
Course Code:
Date:

RELIGION

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The interplay between traditions and religion

A tradition is an established custom within a group. Traditions are beliefs, customs,
and practices established over time. Traditions amount to religion in some cases. One of the
instances is where the tradition is commonly accepted and practiced within a society with a
spiritual motive. For instance, the tradition of wearing a ring on the toe among the married
Hindu women is a tradition in the Hindu society (Peel, 2016). The practice has attained a
religious value due to its commonality and overlap to marriage which is regulated by,
religion.
The case above represents an example of how a tradition becomes part of religious
practice in the society. It is evident that two factors are required for the...


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