World Religion – Hinduism
Order Description
At least two specific citations (author and page) from both Smith and Van Voorst are required in your essay.
Answer one of the following questions
1) Huston Smith says that Hinduism allows a person to enjoy various pleasures in life without feeling any guilt, but teaches that eventually every person will come to
see that moderation in all things will bring the greatest happiness and eternal happiness in the afterlife. Explain what he means by this and to what extent do you
agree with it. Cite some evidence from Huston Smith as well as from Van Voorst.
2) Hinduism teaches various forms of yoga (discipline) to help a person live with moderation of their desires. Explain two of these yogas and assess their relevance
for a non Hindu to live a better life.
3) To non Hindus, some Hindu doctrines or rituals may seem strange. Take two or three elements that a non Hindu might find difficult to understand and, assuming you
are a Hindu, explain them in a positive light from the Hindu perspective.
