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Which of the following is not true of the historical approach to studying religion?  The historical approach may study the Bible.  The historical approach may also be called the “historica ... l-critical” method.  The historical approach divides religion into three branches.  The historical approach can be studied by believers and non-believers. CONCEPT Historical Approaches 2 Which of the following is true of the philosophy of religion?  The philosophy of religion explains why God exists.  The philosophy of religion uses a strictly insider's perspective.  The philosophy of religion uses qualitative methods in its study of religion.  The philosophy of religion seeks to assess the truth of religious belief. CONCEPT Philosophy of Religion 3 Which of the following best characterizes ritual in terms of who may carry out the action?  The religious leaders in a community  The whole community  Individual persons in private  Both individuals and communities CONCEPT Action 4 Choose which best describes a Buddhist perspective on the afterlife.  One dies and returns to the earth.  One may achieve moksha.  One may be united with Buddha.  One may achieve nirvana and end the cycle of rebirth. [Show More]

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