Discussion Jainism – Why do you suppose the story

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Discussion Jainism

1. Why do you suppose the story of religion is a story of dialogue (with what comes before it) and building blocks (providing a foundation for what follows)?  In short, it’s clear that religion does NOT exist in a vacuum, nor does it develop ex nihilo (“out of nothing”).  Give a few examples and explain.

2. What does it mean in Jainism to act as little as possible?  Why is it important to a Jain?  How is it related to the 3 ethical pillars?

3. Describe the heroic feat of self-liberation through extreme asceticism as espoused by Jainism.

4. In what way did Jainism influence both Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King, Jr.?

Buddhism Discussion – In your estimation, is Buddhism primarily

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Buddhism Discussion

One short paragraph per answer, APA.

1 In your estimation, is Buddhism primarily a religion or a philosophy? Why? Or Why not?

2 What is unique and what is similar to the religions of Hinduism and Jainism, both of which existed in Siddhartha’s day?

3 What is significant about Siddhartha’s four sightings?

4 Are there any parallels, or hints of similarities, to any of the monotheistic religions practiced in the West?

5 What is the middle way, and how is this different from both Hinduism and Jainism?  

Daoism And Confucianism Discussion – In regards to the values

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Daoism And Confucianism Discussion

1. In regards to the values espoused in the religions of Daoism/Confucianism, why would a person go up into the mountains to find balance, and harmony?

2. What are the ramifications for this sort of philosophy in the world today?

3. What might the west learn from the key concepts in Confucian thought, especially around the notion of Ren and Li?

4. Why did communist China, for a time, impeach the teachings of Confucius? 

Religion And Happiness – An Ancient Egyptian belief

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Religion And Happiness

Choose from the list below a religion that is NOT your own:

  • An Ancient Egyptian belief
  • Hinduism
  • Greek or Roman Polytheism
  • A Native American religion
  • Buddhism
  • Taoism
  • Judaism
  • Christianity
  • Islam

Write a 1–2 page page answering the following:

  • Describe three features or tenets of the chosen religion.
  • Mention any written works and prophets.
  • Share how this religion compares to your religion (or beliefs if you do not have a chosen religion).
  • What role does religion play in being happy? Provide detail and examples.

Support your position by providing three pieces of evidence from the readings and lesson content.

Staffing – Imagine that your current organization

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Staffing

Imagine that your current organization (or a former organization has had tremendous turnover within the last three months. Some positions have been vacant for over 60 days. Based on the information covered, what sourcing and recruiting methods would you utilize within your organization? Why would these methods work best for your organization?