1. The Absolute- the most essential object or concept for believers

2. The World-  Each religion has a particular view of the world- friendly, unfriendly neutral etc.

3. Humans-  What are human beings?  Are they animals with souls or not?

4. The Problem for Humans-  Every religion defines a major problem for humans- Something is wrong that needs to be corrected

5. The Solution for Humans-  What would make human lives ideal?

6. Community and Ethics- Participation in like minded groups to reinforce standards of conduct

7. An Interpretation of History-  Each religion tells a story from the beginning of a people of faith

8. Rituals and Symbols- Symbols are believed to share in the power of what they represent- they convey the power of what they represent.  Rituals are actions repeated according to exact required order.  Rituals and symbols are often used together , helping believers experience more than can be expressed in words.  

9. Life After Death- Most religions answer the question of whether a human will live again after death.

 10. Relationship to Other Religions-  How should people of one religion relate to others from a different   religion?

11. What branch of buddhist do you follow?

12.  Who is Buddha?