Bryan Ellison, a 23-year-old CSUB student who works as an ITA Lead with the Helpdesk and is a Bakersfield native. He was raised as a Cristian and is married. He interviewed Kevin and Israel on the topic of religion. Kevin is a 24-year-old and is of Agnostic religion. He was born in Los Angeles, CA and works as a commercial plumber. He wishes for people to know that people who Agnostic have normal lives just like everyone else. The practice of agnostic religion differs from that of Atheists. The difference is that atheists do not believe that God exists whereas being agnostic, there is no belief nor disbelief that there is a God or not. They are kind of in between to this notion. Some challenges being agnostic Kevin says there aren’t to many …show more content…
Some changes he wants to see in society is that religion or lack of a type of religion is not enough to make judgment’s. He’s had experiences with others who do not have any preference of a type of religion and they are some of the nicest people he’s ever come to know. Would like for others to get to know people before judgment arises. Some insights he shared with the class is that each group of people have their “bad apples”, but it doesn’t mean you should hate all who are a part of that group. Exploring human diversity Kevin says that people should not be naïve and believe everything other people say about other religions, even family. College students should realize that diversity shouldn’t make you want to dislike someone because they are different from you. If you disagree with what they have to say is okay but it shouldn’t limit you to find a balance and knowing that they might actually turn out to be a great person. Kevin’s advice for us is to share our different values and ideas we have with others. To speak up when given the chance on issues with different ideologies in the courteous way …show more content…
He is a student and is of Roman Catholic religion. What Israel wished others to know of his religion is that they tend to spread the word of God like most religions do. However, they don’t try to convert people like other religions he has seen. Also, Catholics do not judge other religions as much. He’s been criticized over Lent in the sense of other Christians questioning the fasting aspect of it. He’s also been questioned about worshiping the Virgin Mary. Israel would like to see some changes in our society stating that religion is a faith to help guide people through life and would like to see less scrutiny over it. Some insights on diversity Israel shared with us is that we shouldn’t judge others until we get to know them and if interested in other people’s religion to just ask in an inoffensive way. A way for college students to realize about diversity is that even though diversity is all around us there are still some people who are close-minded and disregard it. Some students may do so because they come from a different environment and are not used to experiencing new things and maybe too scared to even try. Israel’s advice for the class was that Christianity has killed more people in the name of God, because of the crusades, but we should still not point our fingers at a single person for what their religion has done in the
A school gave its students the tools to learn about religious diversity. While they were also located in a homogenous, poor area, they were taught about other belief systems. Just as Eric Rudoph was easily led to the totalitarian side of the “faith line” young people in Whitewell, Tennessee came to understand the merits of the other side, religious pluralism. They learned about the rich history of Judaism, and visited a Holocaust museum. These opportunities to introduce religious diversity improve the chances that individuals will end up on the peaceful, inclusive side of the “faith line” rather than the violent and extreme
In today’s society, there are roughly around 4,200 religions that exist on this planet. Some define "religion" as a cultural system of behaviors and practices that help people make important decisions in life. Out of the many religions, Judaism, Christianity, Buddhism have many similarities that connect them to one another. Themes of morality, justice, love are found through both the Buddha's teaching and the Hebrew and Christian Bible.
When I was younger, my parents gave me some advice: “When talking in public, avoid discussing religion.” I took this advice because I didn’t want to offend anyone or cause drama. Overtime, I’ve grown and realize this “controversial” topic can bring about the best conversations. Talking about religion has allowed me to explore my faith, along with other peoples’ faith. Signing up for Religion and Popular Culture this semester allows me to understand a common query: What is religion? Shortly after the first week, I learned there isn’t a set definition, along with comprehending other elements of religion in different points of view.
Life is full of frustrations and confusion. There are times that questioning the purpose of one’s life to be living at all from their belief and faith in the one they believe. Christian Adherents are faced with these issues and are misguided by the loquacious talk of philosophers and scientists that seem to argue that the existence of human beings have been derived by something else other than God. These are illustrated through various forms of media and deem to be very convincing for most. However, there are people and ideas of the Christian Religion to comply back with what is said against it. Pope John XXIII was a significant role model for the Christian Religion as he showed true belief and faith to God through his deeds. Topics in debate of Bioethical issues are in question and the practices of the Christian belief are fact to the individual of the means of questioning the purpose here on Earth. Regarding the letter from Paul to the Corinthians, it says “Be on guard; stand firm in faith; be men of courage, be strong.” Its significance to believers is that they can be deceived in time of desperation and at times of hardship but God tells them to stay strong in faith and in courage no matter the distress they are facing.
There are many social institutions that have major impacts on society. One of the trickiest social institutions would have to be, religion. Religion seems to have a huge impact on a society even if it’s directly or indirectly. Why is that? Do we need it? Does it let us live a more fulfilled life? What effects does it have on society? Is it necessary for a functioning society? According to Dalton Conley (2013:611) sociology defines religion as being a unified system of beliefs traditions, and practices around sacred things; a set of shared “stories” that guide belief and action. Religion is a way for people to make sense of the world, it keeps society in line with expected behaviors. Without religion people would subside to create their own rules and would deem to follow a path that could harm a society and come to an end. Religion is necessary for a society to function, prosper, and for someone to learn how to be a well moral contributor to society.
Religion, in many forms, has had the most profound influence on human society throughout history. It’s been the basis for many human traditions, value systems, and conflict throughout the history of human civilization. Understanding religious traditions, relationships, and foundational beliefs enables humans to understand their differences and better prepare themselves to make decisions regarding religious interactions in the appropriate context. Religions are considered to be reliable and important in answering the most profound questions of human existence; where do we come from? What should we do while we are here? Since religion is so important so are the holy texts, because they put into words/ writing of guideline of what that religion is all about. In this essay I will attempt to explore and discuss a passage from Gospel of Luke 10:25-37 “The Good Samaritan” and “Surah Ar Rahman” from 55th Sura of the Qur'an and their relation to that particular religion.
Religion is the belief in and worship of a superhuman controlling power, especially a personal God or gods, a particular system of faith and worship or a pursuit or interest followed with great devotion (Oxford Dictionary, 2014). From religion, many new groups, communities and further derived religions have formed. Closely related to religion and with endless controversies surrounding it’s classification as a religion is the concept of Atheism- which is defined as the disbelief or rejection of a deity. Descending from this is a social and political movement in favour of secularism known as New Atheism. Understanding the historical content concerning the emergence of atheism, this essay will then address how various aspects within the field inclusive the goals, structures and approaches have emerged and developed over time in comparison to the original atheist ideals.
As far as mankind’s history can date, religion has had quite an intimate relationship with people. Although maybe it hasn’t always been identified in the same way as we identify religion today, spread across the world we have the remains of pyramids, temples, and even written in ancient texts from centuries ago dedicated to god, to the afterlife, to what lies on the other side. And up to today’s times, religion has grown along with man.
In society and culture, leadership has the paradigm of a great and powerful person, who makes change in a miraculous and unconventional way. Since the beginning of time, people have completed heroic acts against evil and sin, but in many cases it is those who have the lesser appearance and humble disposition who have established the greatest acts of heroism. In the Bible, the Israelites and Hebrews waited for God to send a high and mighty king to save them from the oppression of the Roman government, but instead they were blessed with a little baby boy, born of poor parents who grew up to be a carpenter, yet won over death giving all humanity the opportunity to save the most important aspect of life; their soul. Leaders are always are depicted as government officials or society’s finest, but it is more important to treasure and follow a leader whose life you can duplicate because of their character, because their life pushes you to be better and elevates you to be a better person. Jesus Christ not only is the greatest leader of the church, but has the greatest life for society and humanity to pursue.
Many sources define faith as a belief in something not based upon proof, an intangible trust that a person holds close to their heart despite inconclusive evidence. This notion of faith depicts both ones wishes that their favorite sports team will win a match tomorrow and a hope that they will return safely from distant travels. Many also use this same term – “Faith” – to describe an individual’s given religious beliefs. This notion of religious faith infers that faith in God is something exclusively spiritual and nonconcrete – a belief only supported by inexplicable ideas as opposed to facts and evidence. Yet, as one begins to examine faith further, they come to realize that faith reaches far beyond an individual’s spiritual experience. Although many classify faith as intangible and lacking in proof, religious faith is in fact a concrete reality of life that displays the emotional, physical, and experiential aspects of the human soul. In Proverbs 3: 1-12, the author exemplifies how the emotional, physical, and experiential aspects of faith should play out regularly in everyday life.
What is Christianity and why has it been able to develop into a continuously growing and evolving religion?
He compares religion to cows, saying that they both are natural, have evolved, are biological, and have been changed by humans. While I agree with Dennette that it is important for children to be taught about religion in school, I don’t think that it is necessary for schools to focus on all religions equally. I think we should have complete faith in the Bible, and trust that Christianity is the right religion. I also think that we should be disciples for Christ, teaching everyone we encounter about Him, and what He has done for our lives.
INDTRODUCTION “Sex and Religion”? Those two don’t really go hand in hand,” commented a freshman student from UF. Like this student, numerous people around the world believe this misconception to be true. Whether people argue for or against the importance of gender in religion, more than just what goes on in the bedroom has been heating up lately. Many debates have sparked due to the negative connotation associated with sex when confronted about its position in religious cultures.
The religions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam are alike in many ways but they also share many differences. Judaism and Christianity use the bible in their holy scriptures, while Islam does not. Jesus Christ is a part of all three religions as Christianity and Islam developed from Judaism. Many believe that the three religions worship, pray to, and focus on the same god. They believe this as many of the prophets are they share much in common as they share many beliefs. However, the followers of the three religions pray differently and in different places. the religions believe that their god created the world and everything in the world. The three Abrahamic religions have different histories, yet they share many similarities and difference.
Spirituality can have many different definitions, depending on who is asked. It can be something as simple as looking for a higher meaning to life, or something so complex that one can base their beliefs, religion and overall life around it. There are several different ways to express one's spirituality; rituals, songs, dances, stories, and writings are all common methods of expression.