Describe the core beliefs of any three of the major world religions. How do they differ? How are they similar?

200-250 words Describe the core beliefs of any three of the major world religions. How do they differ? How are they similar? This should be an engaging forum! I'd like you to do the following if you select this question: Define secular vs. sacred. Explain whether secularization is a theory or a reality in the US Offer evidence and examples -- citations/references. (NO Wikipedia please) You may want to think about the values and some of the rituals each has. Or maybe even the role of women in the faith. Just a few suggestions to get your minds rolling here! -------- 200-250 words Why do social movements matter? Include some examples of how social movements have affected your life. Was their influence beneficial or harmful? Why? If you select this question, folks, here's what I'd like you to discuss... Why do social movements matter? (Or do they?) Include some examples of how social movements have affected your life. (Remember the 1960s were chock full of social movements and paved the way for many of the movements we see today!) Was their influence beneficial or harmful? Why? In other words... what would it take to get YOU off the couch and in the streets protesting? Social movements are fascinating fodder for sociologists! Dig in! DrF ----------- write a short essay (2 pages) on the topic below. Your essay should have an introduction, body, and conclusion. Your essay will demonstrate an understanding of the course material plus material you find through research of other materials and its application to everyday life and/or its relationship to real-life situations. Topic: Looking ahead 50 years, predict the state of US religion. Do you think that religion will differ from how it is today? Or will it be similar? Consider factors such as immigration, education, the “graying of America,” the state of the economy, and social class. When answering this question, look at how our age, race, gender, economic class, and other demographic factors affect our religiosity. Which groups are most likely to be religious? Why? Which groups are most likely to show low levels of religiosity? Why? How does religion shape our attitudes toward the family, education, and government? When writing your essay, be sure to add material from sources other than class material. Research and support your arguments with information gathered in your research. --------------