Option 3: Try your hand at creating a new religion (or a new interpretation of a

Option 3: Try your hand at creating a new religion (or a new interpretation of a
world religion). Reviewing the patterns and elements of religion explored in
each chapter of the text could be a good place to start. A more right-brained
approach might begin with a vision of the believers gathering together. How are
they dressed? What symbols are displayed? What rituals are practiced? Then you
can start explaining the meanings, origins, and doctrines. Finally, assess your
new religion. Is it a new offshoot of an existing religion or is it syncretic?