week 1 discussion

This week we will start by exploring what religion is, how it relates to ethics, and which contemporary challenges relate to religion. Considering these topics will be important in the coming weeks as we delve into the specifics of various religious traditions.

As you reflect on the Learning Activities from this week, respond to the following questions:

• How do you define the word religion?
• How does this definition of religion relate to your understanding of ethics?
• What are some examples of contemporary challenges and issues related to religion? Consider one of the following in your examples: ethics, religious traditions, or ideological arguments.
• What are some ways people from different religions can learn to be more accepting of other’s beliefs and learn to peacefully coexist?