Address the following three prompts:
Ways of Studying Religion
Review the ways/methods of studying religion, theology, history, psychology, sociology, cultural anthropology, gender studies, and biology. Which method or methods seems the most important to studying world religions and why? Are there any that seem unimportant to you? Why or why not?
Reading Scripture
Describe how one reads scripture as an "outsider" and as an "insider," and discuss what you think are some of the benefits and challenges of both perspectives.
Challenges to Reading Scripture
What do you consider to be some of the most significant challenges to properly reading scripture? How do you think the tips found in the “Suggestions on How to Read Scriptures” section help to mitigate these difficulties?
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