What is the function of religion, why does it become more complex as societies do?

Religion, Art and Culture What is the function of religion, why does it become more complex as societies do? Think about Egyptian pharoahs, part gods. What about symbolism? The cross, the swastica, monumental architecture. Why did Hitler want to collect art? Why did the Taliban destroy art? What are the Holy Wars all about? Feel … Read more

Thinking about your own culture, what are some examples of ideas or objects that are considered “sacred”? What are the rules concerning how these objects or ideas should be treated? What are the penalties for people who do not follow these rules?

Magic, Belief, and Religion Durkheim argued that a distinction between the sacred and the profane was a key characteristic of religion. Thinking about your own culture, what are some examples of ideas or objects that are considered “sacred”? What are the rules concerning how these objects or ideas should be treated? What are the penalties … Read more

Identify and briefly describe the eight key characteristics of religion developed in your reading.

Eight Characteristics of Religion In an essay, address the following: Identify and briefly describe the eight key characteristics of religion developed in your reading. Choose 2 for further explanation and include an example for each of your chosen characteristics as demonstrated in a given religion. Why did you choose these 2 reasons? How do they … Read more

Write a five-page paper on a current issue in apologetics. Define it both secularly and biblically.

The Relationship between Science and Religion. Write a five-page paper on a current issue in apologetics. Define it both secularly and biblically. Identify the evidence in support and against the issue. Describe what the Bible says on this topic. Discuss how this issue impacts the local church and how you plan to equip other believers … Read more

Discuss and explain how Judaism has adapted to the modern world. In this discussion, you should make sure to discuss the diversity of different expressions/forms of Judaism in the modern world.

Religions of the World Similarities with Native American and African religions. In today’s world, there is a plethora of religions all over the globe and there are many ways in which religions practice their faiths using symbols, rituals and myths. However, ancient native American and African religions have many similar beliefs and practices even though … Read more

Religion and Medicine in the News:Write a summary of the article and then an analysis of how it relates to topics of  Religion and Medicine.

Religion and Medicine in the News Find a news article related to the topic of religion and medicine. Write a summary of the article (100-150 words) and then an analysis of how it relates to topics of  Religion and Medicine (200-300 words). Include both summary and analysis for credit and it should be between 300-450 … Read more