Assignment World Religions Report (The Class Final)
• Resources: Appendices A, B, & F
• Due Date: Day 7 [Individual] forum
• Submit your World Religions Report. For this project you will choose one of the following religions: Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism or Islam. First, you will give a detailed summary of the history of the religion you have chosen. Then you will visit a place of worship and interview a person of that faith. When you come to the part where you will write up your interview, You should describe the place of worship in detail including symbols and lay out. You should then introduce your interviewee, telling your reader what position, if any, the interviewee has in temple, synagogue or Mosque. Then put as close to a verbatim of the conversation as possible in the body of your paper. It is advisable to use the following format for the verbatim of your interview:
Question: xxx xxx xxx
Answer: xxx xxx xxx
This makes it easy for your reader.
You will report all of your findings in an informative 2500-3,000 word paper.
Lastly you will compare and contrast this religion with the largest religion in the world, Christianity.
Here is your check list:
• Your World Religions Report should be 2500-3000 words in length, formatted according to APA guidelines.
Here is a checklist of what you need in your assignment. Don't leave any of the parts out of the assignment.
1. Title Page
2. Introduction of the religion (Detailed History)
3. Name, location and description of the site, noting any symbols of relevance.
4. Introduce your Interviewee and give a verbatim Interview summary
What is Islam?
What are the important holidays and traditions of this religion?
How has religion shaped your life?
What are the challenges, if any, to practicing this particular religion?
Why do Muslim women cover their heads? Isn't this a sign of subjection of women?
What does jihad mean?
Why did the prophet Muhammad marry many wives?
What are some of the rights given to women in Islam?
Muslims believe that Jesus did not die on the cross. Does that mean he died of natural causes? Will he come again? Why is he the only prophet to return?
Does the Qur'an contain any prophecies about the future? Have any of these proved true?
Isn't it true that the Qur'an is copied from the Bible?
Why not ask him/her what "Allah" means and do they consider Allah to be the same God that Christians worship?
Muslims say they do not worship idols. When they go to Mecca, why do they kiss a black stone?
Does the Qur'an teach Muslims to believe in the Torah, the Psalms and the Gospel?
Does the Qur'an have the story of the Fall of Man as told in the Bible? Are the stories similar or different?
5. Compare and contrast the religion you have chosen with Christianity.
6. Conclusion
7. References
• Post as an attachment.
References
Due Sunday
We are not here to respond to interviews. It sounds like you have to find a person for a face-to-face interview. Your would want to find someone who is relatively knowledgeable about his/her religion. Good luck!
I don't need the interview. I need help with the rest. I have had a migraine for over 3 weeks now and don't have much done
To complete this assignment on the World Religions Report, follow these steps:
1. Choose a religion: Select one of the religions mentioned in the assignment prompt: Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, or Islam.
2. Research the chosen religion: Begin by conducting detailed research on the history and key aspects of the chosen religion. This will provide the necessary background information for your report.
3. Find a place of worship: Locate a temple, synagogue, mosque, or any other place of worship associated with the chosen religion. It is important to visit the place in person to get a firsthand experience and gather information for your report.
4. Interview a person of that faith: Approach someone at the place of worship and ask if they would be willing to be interviewed about their religious beliefs and practices. It's important to introduce yourself and explain the purpose of your interview.
5. Prepare interview questions: Prior to the interview, create a set of questions that will help you understand the person's beliefs, rituals, and experiences in their faith. The questions listed in the prompt can serve as a starting point, but feel free to customize them or add more based on your research.
6. Conduct the interview: During the interview, ask the questions you prepared and actively listen to the interviewee's responses. Take notes or record the conversation with the interviewee's permission to ensure accurate representation in your report.
7. Write a detailed summary: Once the interview is complete, you should write a summary of the conversation in as close to verbatim as possible. Use the question-answer format suggested in the prompt to make it easy for your reader to follow.
8. Address additional topic areas: In addition to the interview, provide a detailed history of the chosen religion, describing its origins, development, and key events. Also, discuss the important holidays and traditions associated with the religion.
9. Compare and contrast with Christianity: In this section, compare and contrast the chosen religion with Christianity, highlighting both similarities and differences between the two. Consider beliefs, practices, rituals, and overall worldview. Use credible sources to support your arguments.
10. Write an introduction and conclusion: Begin your report with an introduction that provides an overview of the chosen religion, its significance, and the purpose of your report. Conclude by summarizing the main points and insights gathered throughout the report.
11. Format and cite your report: Ensure that your report follows APA guidelines for formatting, including the title page, running head, page numbers, headings, and in-text citations. Include a reference page listing all the sources you used, including any materials from the interview.
12. Proofread and revise: Before submitting your report, carefully proofread it for any errors in grammar, structure, or content. Make necessary revisions to improve clarity and coherence.
13. Submit your report: Once you have completed all the steps and reviewed your report, submit it as an attachment following the instructions and due date provided in the assignment.
Remember to use credible sources, seek multiple perspectives, and approach the topic with respect and sensitivity. Good luck with your assignment!