Religion’s Understanding of God

 

 


Select the theme, from the list below, that you plan on focusing on for the final report.  

Identify at least 6 different sources (other than our Van Voorst course textbook) that you plan to utilize within your final thematic report.
You will need to identify at least 1 different source for each of the 5 religions
For each of the sources, provide the following: 
Name of the Source
Website URL to the source
Which religion the source pertains to
Ex: Christianity, Hinduism
If it pertains to more than one you may list them all.
List of Selected Themes:

Religion’s Understanding of God
The Divine
Metaphysical and Supernatural Beings
Soteriology
How is Salvation achieved?
Eschatology – End Times
Death and the Afterlife
Final Judgement
Creation
Of the Universe
Of Humanity
Pain and Suffering
Freedom and Free Will
Virtues
Temptation, Sin, and Forgiveness
Treatment of Women or Marginalized People in Society
Prayer and Worship Practices
Celebrations of Life Events or Rites of Passage
Birth
Adulthood
Marriage
Funerals
Initiations into the Religion


Introduction of the Selected Theme (.25-.5 page)
Identify the selected theme
Describe the theme is in general – not related to a specific religion
Explain why you selected the specific theme
Ex. You find the theme intriguing and you wanted to learn more about it 
Explanation of the Theme in Catholicism (.5 page)
Explanation of the Theme in Judaism (.5 page)
Explanation of the Theme in Islam (.5 page)
Explanation of the Theme in Hinduism (.5 page)
Explanation of the Theme in Buddhism (.5 page)

Sample Answer

 

 

 

 

 

 

Final Report Theme: Death and the Afterlife

Introduction (0.25 - 0.5 page)

The theme selected for this final report is Death and the Afterlife. This theme explores the fundamental human questions surrounding the end of life: What happens when we die? Is there existence beyond physical death? What determines our fate in that existence? Concepts of death and the afterlife are central to virtually all religious traditions, providing explanations for suffering, purpose, morality, and ultimate meaning. They shape rituals, ethical frameworks, and individual hopes. I selected this theme because it represents one of humanity's most profound and persistent concerns, offering rich ground for comparative analysis across diverse theological perspectives. Understanding how different religions conceptualize death and the journey beyond reveals deep insights into their core values, cosmologies, and views on the human condition. The stark contrasts and surprising parallels found in these beliefs highlight both the universality of the human confrontation with mortality and the unique solutions offered by each faith.

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