What is a religion? What elements might define a religion? Are there dangers or advantages that...
Define and discuss vertical integration (40-60 words). What advantages and disadvantages might a first mover realize in a particular industry (40-60 words)?
What did Durkheim define as the three essential characteristics of religion? Identify something in society that exhibits these essential characteristics but we would not think of as religion. How does Durkheim define sacred? Name three items you consider sacred, the items need not be associated with a religion. Describe each item and its sacred qualities.
How does the text define religion, and what role does religion play in your life? Think of any two social institutions such as education or marriage and family which adhere to the religious principles of the majority. Hypothetically speaking, how would the society be structured if those religious principles were removed.
What advantages might a Japanese competitor have in the Japanese market over an American firm attempting to enter that market?
Prior to going through the two units on Religion Identity, have you thought about religion vs. spirituality? What about now? How would define religion and spirituality and what are the differences between the two. Can you think of specific examples which differentiate the two? Do you think human societies are moving more towards adhering to conservative religious ideas or moving more towards spirituality? Why or why not? Quote a couple of real-life events/experiences to support your views and show how...
Barbour gives four options for how science and religion might interact. What are they and which does he prefer?
Is there any room for violent action in religion? When might it be acceptable to commit an act of violence? What event in history might support your view?
Identify the quality cost elements associated with a company. Define each of the elements and suggest how each might be quantified.
define a patient-centered medical home (pcmh) what is it ? what is the advantages to the patient and the healthcare team?
What are some advantages of ecotourism for a state like Hawai‘i? What might be a potential disadvantage? Describe a source of ecotourism that exists—or could exist—in your own region.