Comparative Religions

[marieann-d.livejournal.com]

Rogue stands in the front of the classroom looking exceedingly nervous. "Professor Gandalf is not here, er, today, so I'm leading the discussion." She coughs. "Um, we will be discussing Hinduism during this class. Um, there will be more complete notes online after class. Also, we'll be discussing it again next class, so you can ask Gandalf any questions.

"Hinduism is practiced by, um, a very large percentage of the world's population. So, it is worth being studied. While it is techincally a polytheistic religion, it is also considered by some to be monotheistic." Everyone looks bored, she thinks.

She turns around and looks through Gandalf's desk. She finds a recording of Hindu chants and plays it. "Everyone, please tell the class your thoughts on this recording."

[[OOC: I'm going to be taking off, like now. Play it all out wonderfully, like I know you will.]]

Comments

[lovelylana.livejournal.com]

I think it's just wonderful. So powerful and moving. I agree with Cameron, I wish I had a translation of it. But I guess, if I had to guess, that they're talking about ways to connect with whatever that higher power is.

Can I get a copy of the recordings somewhere? This is something I'd love to listen to at home!

*waves to Cameron*

[cameronmitchell.livejournal.com]

Hey, Lana.

[lovelylana.livejournal.com]

Well, I'm sure they're not for everybody. I bet there will be lots of things that we each react differently to.

Hey, I wonder if maybe that's one of the reasons there are so many different religions?

[cameronmitchell.livejournal.com]

Probably. I get the impression that religion tends to be culture driven. There's always exceptions of course.

[lovelylana.livejournal.com]

I suppose. I never really thought too much about it, you know? Until I started taking this class. Professor Gandalf just seems to, I don't know, pull stuff out of you - inspire you.

No offense, Marie. You seem like a really great TA! It's just... there's something about Gandalf.

[cameronmitchell.livejournal.com]

Wize old wizard with beard, Yeah, I suppose they do have something inspiring. I'm really not sure why I signed up for this course to begin with. *shrugs* Thought it might come in handy.

[lovelylana.livejournal.com]

Well, I know that *I'm* glad you're here!

*blushes a little*

[cameronmitchell.livejournal.com]

Ah... thanks. *looks down with a smile and shifts a bit kinda glad Beka isn't near as she'd go in overkill*