Question

1. Describe the Navajo concept of the “holy wind”.

2. Describe characteristics of someone who lacks faults in the Navajo tradition.

3. One of the major premises underlying Navajo morality is life is very dangerous therefore it is important that Navajo members maintain harmony with those around them. Identify the principles supporting that mindset.

4. The main difference between Islam and other major faiths is Islam’s focus on political activism. Identify advantages and disadvantages to this outlook.

5. Identify and describe the five pillars of Islam.

6. Describe the Muslim concept of Jihad.

7. How would a Buddhist describe the role of suffering in the spiritual life?

8. Describe the wheel of life important to Buddhism.

9. Describe the eightfold path of Buddhism.

10. Describe the argument(s) against religion raised by Nietzsche and Marx.

Answer 1

The word “nilch’i” in the Navajo language may be translated as “the wind,” or as “holy wind.” The term, however, refers to much more than simply its literal translation. For the Navajo, nilch’i is considered the means of life. It represents not only a god, or holy person, but also a means of communication, the act of breathing, and something that is present every Navajo’s soul.

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