REL 133 Wk 3 Discussion – Buddhism in Everyday Life

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:

Buddhism is the focus of our study this week. After reviewing the course material on this subject, please also reflect on your own life in response.

How might a Buddhist philosophy respond or relate to the demands of modern life (like peoples’ dependence on technology, less face-to-face communication, or desires for more money)?

• What basic beliefs of Buddhism would prompt that response? Be sure to compare and contrast Buddhist history, teachings, or the life of the Buddha to the experiences of modern life in your response.

After you have completed your own response, read the observations of your

instructor or peers. What did they discover that you might not have considered? What observations did they have that seemed especially relevant?

Due Monday

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