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INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 1 Discussion 1
The author of the course textbook offered his definition of
religion. Based on your own spiritual understandings and beliefs, do you agree
with this definition? Explain your reasoning. Cite references where possible.
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 1 Discussion 2
Identify basic beliefs and practices of the various the forms of
historical Christianity. Do identify with these? Explain why or why not. Cite
references where possible.
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 1 Assignment
Christianity and the Religions
Details:
In a personal reflection of 1,000 – 1,250 words, consider how a
Christian might benefit from a study of other religions by addressing the
following:
Can Christian dialogue with other religious traditions be a part
of the calling to proclaim the Gospel?
What can Christians learn from other religious traditions?
Can religious experiences or teachings in other faiths be
validated?
How can Christians think critically about their encounters with
members of other faiths?
Be sure to support your personal reflections with examples and
constructive thought.
GCU style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to
the directions in the Student Success Center.
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 2 Discussion 1
Consider the question of whether Judaism is essentially a
religion, a race, a culture, or something else. Support your response by making
reference to key events, individuals, or beliefs as they relate to the origin
and historical development of Judaism.
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 2 Discussion 2
Identify key Zoroastrian beliefs and assess the notion that
Zoroastrianism may have influenced other world religions.
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 2 Assignment
Investigating Judaism
Details:
In a personal reflection of 1,000 – 1,250 words, address the
following:
What are some misunderstandings that Jews and Christians may have
about each other?
How can a study of Judaism help to overcome those
misunderstandings?
Reflect on several ways in which the contemporary nation state of
Israel may be viewed by various Christian communities.
GCU style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to
the directions in the Student Success Center.
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 3 Discussion 1
Reflect on the varying understandings of Islam by contemporary
Muslims. Considering Muhammad’s leadership and the early development of Islam,
to what extent does contemporary Islamic culture adhere to or differ from
historic Islam?
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 3 Discussion 2
Identify 3 key beliefs that the Baha’i religion is founded on and
how those beliefs have influenced Baha’i practice and self-understanding.
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 3 Assignment
Investigating Islam
Details:
Write an essay of 1,000 – 1,250 words that analyzes the Five
Pillars of Islam.
Describe each of the five pillars and reflect on why they are
referred to as Pillars of Islam.
Make a detailed analysis of how one of the pillars would function
in the life of a particular Muslim individual.
Identify one Christian community living or serving in an Islamic
context. Analyze the principles and practices of the group in light of the Five
Pillars.
A minimum of three academic resources is required.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the
GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to
the directions in the Student Success Center.
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 4 Discussion 1
Assess the Three Ways of Hinduism in terms of their ability to
provide a sense of meaning, community, and ultimately “salvation.” In your
view, are these ways capable of providing a helpful means toward achieving
these goals? Explain.
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 4 Discussion 2
Describe 3 beliefs key beliefs of Jainism and/or Sikhism. How
similar are these beliefs to those found in Hinduism?
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 4 Assignment
Investigating Hinduism
Details:
Write an essay of 1,000 – 1,250 words that analyzes key beliefs in
Hinduism by addressing the following concepts:
Describe important Vedic deities, their history of development,
and their functions.
Make an analysis of how the caste system might function in the
life of a particular Hindu individual.
Identify one Christian community living or serving in a Hindu
context. Analyze the principles and practices of the group in light of key
Hindu beliefs and practices.
How could Christians use these beliefs to further enhance their
interactions with those who are adherents of Hinduism?
A minimum of three academic resources is required.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the
GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to
the directions in the Student Success Center.
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 5 Discussion 1
Explain the notion of “self” from both a Buddhist and Christian
perspective. How do these two perspectives differ? How are they similar?
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 5 Discussion 2
Identify three different schools of Buddhism. How are these
schools similar in their beliefs and practices? How do they differ?
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 5 Assignment
Investigating Buddhism
Details:
In 1,000 – 1,250 words, do the following:
Describe the four sights that the young Siddhartha Guatama
experienced upon leaving the palace. Reflect on the significance of each of the
four sights.
Why do you think these sights caused him to begin to seek
religious answers?
Do you think such reflection is meaningful for spiritual growth?
Explain.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the
GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to
the directions in the Student Success Center.
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 6 Discussion 1
Compare Confucius’ “silver rule” (“Do not do unto others what you
do not want others to do unto you.”) with the “Golden Rule” of Christianity. Is
the difference significant?
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 6 Discussion 2
Give an example of how Shinto beliefs and practices have
influenced Japanese culture.
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 6 Assignment
Chinese Popular Religion
Details:
Write an essay of 1,000 – 1,250 words that analyzes key issues in
Chinese Popular Religion by addressing the following:
Briefly summarize key features of Chinese Popular Religion.
Describe key religious practices for an adherent of Chinese Popular
Religion.
Describe the role of traditional Chinese religion in contemporary
Chinese society.
Describe how the growth of Christianity and other religions have
impacted contemporary Chinese society.
Through an understanding of Chinese popular religions, offer an
example of how you think Christians might enhance their interactions within
Chinese society.
A minimum of three academic resources is required.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the
GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to
the directions in the Student Success Center.
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 7 Discussion 1
In what sense does the Judeo-Christian tradition share aspects of
traditional religions? In what sense is the Judeo-Christian tradition different
from traditional religions? Based on this understanding, how can Christians
enhance their interactions with those who adhere to traditional religious
beliefs and practices?
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 7 Discussion 2
Identify key concepts of both African traditional religion and
Native American religions. Based on these concepts, what similarities are there
among these two groups? How do they differ?
INT 244 Grand Canyon Week 7 Assignment
Investigating Traditional Religions Presentation
Details:
Choose one of the following assignment options:
Option one: Site Visit
1. Visit a local community that is representative of a Native
American religious tradition or a museum that highlights Native American religion.A
2. Prepare a PowerPoint presentation that summarizes your
experience. In your summary, include the following:
a. The name of the community
b. The dominant tribe represented in the community
c. A history of the community
d. The religious beliefs and practices of the community
e. How these beliefs and practices have been influenced by
dominant American culture.
f. If possible, an interview with a leader is recommended.
3. Note: If you choose to visit a museum, instead of a community,
select a specific Native American religious tradition from what the museum
offers.
4. Include photos of your experience when possible (Always inquire
if cameras are allowed before taking pictures).
Your presentation should include 15-20 slides including a title
slide and reference slide.
A minimum of four academic resources is required.
While GCU style format is not required for the body of this
assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and
references should be presented using GCU documentation guidelines, which can be
found in the GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
Option two: Library Research
1. Prepare a PowerPoint presentation on the religious life of one
particular traditional religious community in the world.
2. Presentations should be approximately 15- 20 slides and include
the following:
a. A brief history of the religious community
b. A detail description of the key beliefs and practices
c. The significance of these beliefs and practices both socially,
culturally, and theologically.
d. A description of the daily life of a typical member of the
community
e. Sources of conflict with the dominant American culture
Your presentation should include 15-20 slides including a title
slide and reference slide.
A minimum of four academic resources is required.
While GCU style format is not required for the body of this
assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and
references should be presented using GCU documentation guidelines, which can be
found in the GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
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