Religious Studies 101 (03)
Introduction to the Study of Religion
Fall 2007
Essay 1

Identify and discuss some elements of the sacred/holy in (1) Black Elk's account of the sacred pipe, (2) Genesis 1-3, and (3) the "Enuma Elish," using the characteristics of the sacred/holy identified by Mircea Eliade and Rudolf Otto. Cite Biblical passages by chapter and verse (e.g. Genesis 2:4), and follow the Paper Format Guide for citations from other readings. Do not include long quotations.


Length: 3-5 pages (double-spaced)
Due: Monday, Sep. 17, in class