Devry RELI448 Midterm Exam November 2015

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Question 1. 1. (TCO 4) Compare and contrast Carl Gustav
Jung’s theory as to the origin of religions with 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). (Points : 25)

Question 2. 2. (TCO 8) Identify and describe three paths to
God (yogas) in Hinduism. Make sure you use enough detail to support your
answer. (Points : 25)

Question 3. 3. (TCO 9) Identify and analyze the Four Noble
Truths, in particular, the Noble Eightfold Path. Identify two concepts from
Hinduism that Buddhism eventually kept? Make sure you use enough detail to
support your answer. (Points : 25)

Question 4. 4. (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.
(Points : 25)

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