REL 133 Wk 1 Discussion – Religious Traditions

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

Due Thursday

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

During Week 1, you begin to review the concept of religion and explore indigenous and aboriginal faiths. Religion can be deeply personal, and our discussions during the course should be respectful when considering different beliefs.

Consider what you thought or knew about religion before this class.

In your own words:

• Provide a definition of religion.
• What are some of the key components of religion and its traditions?
• In your reading about indigenous religion, what did you find most interesting or surprising?
• What do you see as the primary similarities and differences among indigenous religions?

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.