The Study of Religion

Read the following article 

Then, respond to the following questions:

Livingston gives five reasons why religion should be studied in your textbook, Anatomy of the Sacred. Can you think of any other reasons? Which reasons do you find the most compelling for studying religion? What do you think about the reasons that the article gives concerning what one learns in religious studies?

Rubric:

Initial discussion post displays an excellent understanding of the required readings and concepts including correct use of terminology. Posting integrates an outside resource, or relevant research, or specific real-life application (work experience, prior coursework, etc.) to support important points.