Faith Affiliation Circle Essay

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• If you had to pick just one circle, which would it be? Two circles? Why are these the most important parts of your cultural identity?
If I had to pick one circle, I would definitely pick the nationality circle. And if I had to pick another one then it would be my faith affiliation circle. India consists of people belonging to different faith living together and Hinduism is the faith with which I recognize the most. Being Indian and Hindu makes me what I am today. My religious belief, customs, and values, the way of dressing, food choices, etc. are all derived from my nationality and faith affiliation. The language I speak with my family; the type of people I am friends with, the festivals I celebrate are all part of my culture which is influenced …show more content…

For example, values from being a student might be “independence,” “respect for knowledge,” or “question authority.” Are there places where the values conflict?
The values which are attached to being a Liberal are: Independent Living, Respect for people having different sexual orientation, Pro-choice, Religious freedom. These values conflict with my nationality circle as it is still illegal in India to have same-sex marriage. It also conflicts with my faith affiliation circle. Because in Hinduism, we are not allowed to eat beef as cows are considered holy back home. Another circle it conflicts with, is marriage. Once you get married you are bound to follow husband’s religion and his belief even if it conflicts with your own views.
• How might these circles change if you were abroad in a foreign country? For example, did you list your nationality in one of the circles? Your social class? Did you list the language(s) you speak? How might it feel to be seen as only one circle, such as U.S. …show more content…

I would be an American with entirely different values and belief. English would be my first language and I would not know any of the Indian languages which I listed. I would probably be following a different religion because religion is something you don’t choose but you get it from the people around. It would feel great to be a U.S. American as America is a country which has the most ethnically and culturally diverse population. Knowing about different cultures would make me open minded and culturally competent and proficient. However, the new nationality won’t change the inner person in

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