classwork

FOR SECTION 102:

Answer the following three questions in your blog.

There are four basic Vedic texts in use by Hindus.

Give a brief description of each, including how many hymns are in each.

Do some independent research, and in your own words
describe the practice of indulgences.
Why do you think this made Martin Luther object to indulgences?
Please note where your research led you.

The Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca is called the Hajj.
Describe the details of the Hajj, and include a photo of a Hajj in your blog.


FOR SECTION 101:
Answer the following question in your blog:

Using the CIA World Factbook, rank the five religions we have been studying by the percentage of the world’s population that follow them. Then, see if those statistics are consistent with what you find on adherents.com.

You can also receive 10 points extra credit for showing me that you attended the Pow Wow. Do this by taking a selfie at the Pow Wow (near the drums, at a vendor, with Mr. Scholl, or somewhere else that proves you were there). It starts at 10am, but I recommend you be there at 1pm for the Grand Entry.  Email me your photo by midnight Sunday night, January 13, in order to get your 10 points.