Final Project Pl Muslim Mosques And Temples
Associate Level Material
Appendix B
7 Question Final Project Plan
What religion would you like to consider for your final project? Describe the place of worship you will visit. | The religions that I have considered for my final project is Agnostic and Muslim. I am still conducting research on places of worship for the Agnostic portion of my final project. There are various Muslim Mosques and Temples in the city where I live. I have chosen to visit the United Islamic Mosque in Paterson, NJ. It is located in one of many Islamic communities located around the city near the high school I graduated from. | What do you already know about this topic? | I do not know much about the Agnostic faith except that they do not believe that the existence of God can or can not be proven. My own interpretation of this is Agnostics do believe in a God, they just prefer to take a more scientific approach to their faith. Muslims follow a faith of peace, mercy, and forgiveness and should not be confused with events that have taken place in the past. Whereas Christians believe that Jesus Christ was the son of God, Muslims believe that Jesus Christ was a prophet like Muhammad, Abraham, and Moses. | …show more content…
What resource will you use to find a place of worship for this religion?
| I have spoken with a few Muslims that live within the same community as I do. They all had great things to say about United Islamic Center. I have also done some research online to find a mosque to visit. My future brother-in-law is an agnostic and he has agreed to let me interview him. | What are some sources you could use to gain more knowledge about this religion? | I will be utilizing our schools library and trusted internet sources as well as speaking to the many Islamic leaders in the Community.
| What type of materials do you expect to review for this project? | If I understand the question correctly, I will review the traditions and cultural effect of both religions and also my materials from the previous weeks. | How will you gain access to the materials you need? | I have been doing a great deal of networking since learning of the final project. I also have access to a library located in my city. | What difficulties do you anticipate in conducting an interview with someone of this faith? | I plan to be courteous and unbiased during the interview, so I do not anticipate and difficulties while conducting the interview. | Create a list of 10 questions you would like to ask during the interview. | 1. Were you raised with these beliefs or did you convert from a previous religion? 2. What is daily life like as a Muslim/Agnostic? 3. Do Muslim/Agnostics follow certain laws similar to the Ten Commandments? 4. In your own words, How do you feel Western Society has influenced the way Muslims worship or follow traditions passed down through generations? 5. How often do you pray and how is prayer conducted? 6. If someone wanted to convert to your faith, what steps would they have to take? 7. Do you believe in an afterlife? 8. What are the important traditions and holidays in the Muslim/Agnostic religion? 9. How has this religion shaped your life? 10. Are there any challenges to practicing this faith? |
Appendix B
7 Question Final Project Plan
What religion would you like to consider for your final project? Describe the place of worship you will visit. | The religions that I have considered for my final project is Agnostic and Muslim. I am still conducting research on places of worship for the Agnostic portion of my final project. There are various Muslim Mosques and Temples in the city where I live. I have chosen to visit the United Islamic Mosque in Paterson, NJ. It is located in one of many Islamic communities located around the city near the high school I graduated from. | What do you already know about this topic? | I do not know much about the Agnostic faith except that they do not believe that the existence of God can or can not be proven. My own interpretation of this is Agnostics do believe in a God, they just prefer to take a more scientific approach to their faith. Muslims follow a faith of peace, mercy, and forgiveness and should not be confused with events that have taken place in the past. Whereas Christians believe that Jesus Christ was the son of God, Muslims believe that Jesus Christ was a prophet like Muhammad, Abraham, and Moses. | …show more content…
What resource will you use to find a place of worship for this religion?
| I have spoken with a few Muslims that live within the same community as I do. They all had great things to say about United Islamic Center. I have also done some research online to find a mosque to visit. My future brother-in-law is an agnostic and he has agreed to let me interview him. | What are some sources you could use to gain more knowledge about this religion? | I will be utilizing our schools library and trusted internet sources as well as speaking to the many Islamic leaders in the Community.
| What type of materials do you expect to review for this project? | If I understand the question correctly, I will review the traditions and cultural effect of both religions and also my materials from the previous weeks. | How will you gain access to the materials you need? | I have been doing a great deal of networking since learning of the final project. I also have access to a library located in my city. | What difficulties do you anticipate in conducting an interview with someone of this faith? | I plan to be courteous and unbiased during the interview, so I do not anticipate and difficulties while conducting the interview. | Create a list of 10 questions you would like to ask during the interview. | 1. Were you raised with these beliefs or did you convert from a previous religion? 2. What is daily life like as a Muslim/Agnostic? 3. Do Muslim/Agnostics follow certain laws similar to the Ten Commandments? 4. In your own words, How do you feel Western Society has influenced the way Muslims worship or follow traditions passed down through generations? 5. How often do you pray and how is prayer conducted? 6. If someone wanted to convert to your faith, what steps would they have to take? 7. Do you believe in an afterlife? 8. What are the important traditions and holidays in the Muslim/Agnostic religion? 9. How has this religion shaped your life? 10. Are there any challenges to practicing this faith? |