NEED DUE IN 24 HOURS ! WORLD PHILOSOSPHY 600 words at least completed on powerpoint - Compare and contrast 3 world religions
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instructions.pptxInstructions for WVAP’s
The main goal for WVAP’s: Pick three different religions from the unit we just finished, and compare and contrast them according to one particular topic.
What’s more, you will include your own thoughts on the issue.
All WVAP projects will be done on PowerPoint, and contain five slides, incorporating both text and images. You will submit all WVAP’s on Blackboard.
Each BTG project must consist of 600 words (not counting the first page, that is, the title page).
Instructions for WVAP’s
In regards to the topics, you may choose from the following:
Concepts of ultimate being
Founders
Sacred texts and authority
The notion of self
The problem of evil and suffering
The view of salvation and the afterlife
Rituals
Ethics
Religious experience
Religious art
Origins
Instructions for WVAP’s
So, then, the first slide will be your title page. This will consist of the three religions and topic you have chosen.
Slides 2, 3, & 4 will consist of the view of that topic found in the three religions you have chosen.
The fifth and final slide will consist of your personal reflection on the assignment. That is, you will tell us what your view is. For example, if you chose “sacred texts and authority” as your topic, you will describe which sacred text(s) guide your life, even if your religion is not included in the ones that you’ve chosen for the project. If you’re not religious, then you will describe which book(s) have had a big influence on your worldview.
In either case, you must tell us why you have chosen your particular worldview, as opposed to other worldviews, and, if possible, provide a reason, or two, on why you think your worldview is true.
Instructions for WVAP’s
Here’s an example of a WVAP:
Let’s say the three religions you chose are Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.
And let’s say you chose as your topic: Concepts of ultimate being.
So now then...
WVAP Project #1
My three religions:
Buddhism
Hinduism
Jainism
My topic:
Concepts
of
Ultimate
Being
Buddhism
There is no absolute God in Buddhism. The Buddha did not explicitly deny the existence of God, but said that the question of God’s existence does not help one achieve enlightenment.
That is, those seeking enlightenment need to concentrate on their own spiritual paths themselves rather than relying on any help from the outside, whether people or deities.
The Buddha did not claim divinity or even a divine source for his teachings. He saw himself as only “one showing the way” to fellow monks and compared his teachings to a raft that should be left behind once the other side of the river has been reached.
Although belief in an ultimate God is opposed by nearly all Buddhists, the Mahayana school developed notions of the Buddha and propounded the existence of many semi-divine beings, who are believed to hear prayers, help people with their needs in this life, and ultimately help one to attain Nirvana, the ultimate goal in Buddhism.
Hinduism
Many gods or incarnations of gods are worshiped by Hindus. Chief among them are Shiva, a fierce figure representing both the creative and destructive sides of divinity as well as the ideal of yogic meditation, and Vishhnu, who incarnates himself many times through history in order to bring the message of salvation to man.
Vishnu's incarnations (or avatars) include Rama, a benevolent king, and Krishna, an impetuous, violent, and erotic figure. The gods are sometimes amoral; their freedom from the usual restraints necessary to humans is often celebrated, and they are often represented with sexual imagery.
Many lesser cults worship a complex variety of gods, all of whom are usually seen as manifestations of the one supreme being, Brahman. Brahman is seen by many Hindus as a personal, loving God who desires the salvation of all men. More usually, however, he is described as a supreme, impersonal being completely above all creation and uninvolved with life on earth.
Jainism
Jains do not believe in a God or gods in the way that many other religions do, but they do believe in divine (or at least perfect) beings who are worthy of devotion.
This makes it difficult to give a straight answer to the question "is Jainism atheistic?" The scholar Heinrich Zimmer suggested that a new word was needed: transtheistic, meaning "inaccessible by arguments as to whether or not a God exists".
Some writers regard the jinas as 'gods' because the jinas are venerated by Jains in the way that other faiths worship gods or God. Jains venerate them because they have achieved perfection, and have become liberated from the cycle of birth and death.
The jinas are the ideal state of an individual soul's existence, and are worshipped as a perfect example for Jains to aspire to. So the only 'gods' that exist for Jains are pure souls that are omniscient, perfectly happy and eternal.
All of us could become such a 'god' because every being has the potential to become such a perfect soul.
Personal Reflection: What is My Concept of Ultimate Being?
In regards to my own views of Ultimate Being, I tend to lean towards Buddhism. The idea of karma, enlightenment, and Nirvana, seem to make sense. We’ve all heard the saying, “what goes around, comes around.” I’ve seen that idea take place in my own life, as well as in the lives of friends and family. And in a way, this captures the essence of karma. I’d like to think that the good acts that I do will have a lasting impact on the lives of others as well as my own life. That is, the idea of my good deeds affecting my future (Nirvana, perhaps?) sounds very appealing.
I also like the idea of meditating in silence, like Zen monks, to seek inner peace and harmony. Life is hard, and we’re always in a rush, and it’s hard to focus on what is truly important. It’s so easy to get distracted by things that don’t matter, and taking time to meditate can offer us many benefits—spiritually, emotionally, mentally, and physically.
In regards to the reasons I believe it’s true, I don’t think I can provide rational arguments for Buddhism. Rather, I think Buddhism is true based on the experiences I’ve had. And if you read a wide variety of Buddhist thinkers and philosophers, they will tell you the same thing.
Rubric for WVAP
| Criteria | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 |
| Content 30 pts. | Meaning is not understood or incorrect. Personal reflection is vague or general, not connected to religions and topic. Word count is less than 600 words. | Meaning is understood, but is partially incorrect. Personal reflection is somewhat specific, partly connected to religions and topic. Word count is less than 600 words. | Meaning is understood and accurate. Personal reflection is specific, thoughtful, and directly connected to religions and topic. Word count is at least 600. |
| Creativity 5 pts. | Lacks images, or images do not relate to content to any degree. Does not include any images, interesting colors, or designs. | Images somewhat related to content. Some interesting colors and designs are included. | Images are wholly relevant to the content. Colors and overall design is rich in aesthetics. |
| Writing 5pts. | Creates barriers to understanding. | Some errors; writes informally. | Up to college standards |
