Anyone intrested in writing a World Relgion Paper?

1

First Homework Assignment:

Hinduism & Buddhism

Instructions: Please choose one of the following questions and provide a one (1) page answer

with logical explanations and supporting examples. Base your answers on our class readings,

lectures, and discussions. Answers are due in the Drop-Box posted on D2L (also known as My

Courses/Brightspace) before midnight on Saturday, September 12, 2015 – no exceptions.. Be

sure to save your paper in .doc or .docx format (by saving in Word – by using drop down menu

when saving in other programs) before submission on D2L.

Required Format: A one page answer (single spaced in 12 point font) composed of paragraphs

including a well drafted Topic Sentences (providing the answer to both parts of your question

in your own words), a Body of sentences giving the most important evidence and explanations

in support, and a persuasive Conclusion Sentence which briefly restates your answer to the

question and summarizes your most convincing evidence in support. This assignment must be

written entirely in your own words. Grammar and Sentence Structure will be considered

in assigning your grade. Remember to footnote any words/ideas which you used from other

sources.

Please be advised that this is an individual assignment and you are to do your own work. Do

not plagiarize. Any sharing of information or collaboration of any kind may result in a failing

grade because it constitutes Academic Dishonesty (cheating) and is a violation of GGC’s Honor

Code. If you witness anyone else violating this provision, the Honor Code requires you to report

them to the professor or college authorities. See Syllabus, p. 8.

Note: For guidelines on form & content, please refer to the posted method sheets entitled, “How

to Write Your Homework,” “More How to Write Your Homework,” & “Quotes, Footnotes, &

Bibliographies.”

1) “God is many, one, or none.” In one page, describe the beliefs regarding

Deity central to Hinduism as compared to the belief central to Buddhism.

2) Compare and contrast the central scriptural messages of Hinduism and

Buddhism. Be sure to discuss such concepts as karma, the wheel of

life, and reincarnation using the distinct Hindu and Buddhist terms

for these ideas as reflected in each faith’s scriptures.

3) Describe the worship practices and leaders of the Hindu and Buddhist

faith, being sure to offer comparisons and contrasts between the

worship of the two religions.