Select two (2) of the following pairs and compare each of the terms (in that pair) as it is understood and practiced in the religious traditions of both Hinduism and Buddhism.

Buddhist and Hindu Beliefs Comparison Essay

Read/review the following resources for this activity:

Textbook: Chapter 3 & 4
Weeks 2 and 3 lessons
Minimum of 4 scholarly sources – at least 2 for Hinduism & 2 for Buddhism (in addition to the textbook/lesson)

Instructions

Select two (2) of the following pairs and compare each of the terms (in that pair) as it is understood and practiced in the religious traditions of both Hinduism and Buddhism:

Self/No-self
Samsara/Nirvana
Karma/Rebirth

Include the following in your paper:

Introduction that clearly states your central goal (brief)

Thoughtful examples and analysis in your body paragraphs, giving 2 scholarly sources for each religion and use your text and/or lesson

Conclusion to summarize your thoughts and how what you learned relates to your own personal world or religious views.

Writing Requirements (APA format)

Length: 1200-1500 (not including title page or references page)
1-inch margins
Double spaced
12-point Times New Roman font
Title page
References page (Cite textbook/lesson and a minimum of 4 outside scholarly sources.)
Page or paragraph for in-text citations

Title: Experiencing the World’s Religions
Subtitle: Tradition, Challenge, and Change
Authors: Michael Molloy
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Publication Date: 2020-01-01
Edition: 8th

APA Citation

Molloy, M. (2020). Experiencing the world’s religions: Tradition, challenge, and change (8th ed.). McGraw-Hill.

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