Major components included in responses is the demonstration of understanding the cosmology and/or worldview of adherents of these faiths. To that end where possible, examples should be given, if applicable, in order to illustrate or complement your answer.
The questions are the following:
1. Select two Asian religions and/or philosophical worldviews for comparison. Include in your response three (3) basic or underlying tenets of each faith, and how those beliefs affect and/or contribute to daily life and culture.
2. Moses revolutionized the religious orientation of his people by persuading them to acknowledge that there is just one God. Who were these people, and what impact did the “belief in the one true God” have at this moment in ancient history? How does this religious perspective set the stage for the continuation and development of the other two Abrahamic religious traditions?
3. A central tenet of Christian belief about Jesus’ divinity in his resurrection, and ascension. How did these beliefs mold Christian doctrine, and what role did the eschatology of Jesus play in relation to the Kingdom of God at the time?
4. When looking into Lukumi religion, list at least three basic tenets of the specific African-derived (Diaspora) faith, and discuss how syncretism has contributed to belief and ritual. Also, explain how syncretism has affected any other religion of your choosing.
Explain your answer.
