Discuss the religious ideas and practices of the peoples featured in Chapter 1, particularly the Mesopotamians and the Egyptians. How did their beliefs affect their culture? Could any of the early civilizations be described as atheistic?
What will be an ideal response?
Ans: The key importance of religion in defining and shaping culture is the focus here. Students should give specific examples to illustrate their points.
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