1.) Q: There are four basic Vedic texts in use by Hindus. Give a brief description of each, including how many hymns are in each.
A: The four basic Vedic texts are the Rig-Veda, the Sama-Veda, the Yajur-Veda, and the Athara-Veda. The Rig-Veda is known as "Knowledge of the Hymns of Praise" and should be recited. There are 1,017 hymns in this text. The Sama-Veda is also known as "Knowledge of the Melodies" and should be chanted.There are 1,549 hymns included in this text. The Yajur-Veda consists of 1,028 hymns and is known as "Knowledge of the Sacrificial formulas" and should be used for liturgy. Lastly
, the Athara-Veda, or "Knowledge of the Magic Formulas" is a text that includes 730 hymns.
2.) Q: Do some independent research, and in your own words describe the practice of indulgences.
Why do you think Martin Luther objected to indulgences? Please note where your research led you.
A: An indulgence was the act of funding the Catholic Church to forgive for a certain sin. Personally, I think Martin Luther objected to indulgences because of two things. First of all, it was morally wrong to do. No one should involve money in religion unless its for a specific reason (building a new church, etc.) specially for a church. Secondly, Jesus wouldn't have wanted to mislead people this way. Giving people false hope/faith is a corrupt idea, which is what Martin Luther also thought when he would teach people about it.
3.) Q: The Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca is called the Hajj. Describe the details of the Hajj, and include a photo or video of a Hajj in your blog.
A: The Hajj is a muslim pilgrimage that takes place at the last month of the year every year. Every Muslim is expected to take this trip at least once in their lives. The pilgrimage takes them to Mecca in Saudi Arabia. The Hajj takes around one week to complete.
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