Devry RELI448 Midterm Exam

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(TCO 4) Compare and contrast Carl Gustav Jung's theory as to the origin of religionswith William James' theory. How does each of these psychologists view religion (positively or negatively)? Now analyze how the insights of Jung or James might illuminate your religious tradition or the tradition with which you are most familiar. How would Jung or James understand that tradition? Use specific examples to support your answer (e.g., a specific belief or ritual).

Question 2.

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(TCO 8) Identify and describe four key concepts of the Upanishads. Make sure you use enough detail to support your answer.

Question 3.

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(TCO 9) Identify and analyze the Three Marks of Reality in Buddhism. How do these differ from the Hindu concept of reality? Make sure you use enough detail to support your answer.

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(TCO 10) Identify and describe three ethical mandates of Jainism. Then evaluate the benefits and risks of putting so much emphasis on asceticism. Make sure you use enough detail to support your answer.