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1.) What do you think is being suggested in the writings "Art of Learning" and "Sacred Myth" about the difficulties of living an authentic, meaningful life? How do the ideas presented in these writings correspond with some of the ideas in The Five Stages of the Soul and chapter one in William Young's text? How would you relate or apply the ideas in these writings to your own life experiences?

2.) In what sense might Gilgamesh's quest be understood as a religious or "spiritual" quest? How does Gilgamesh's story correspond with the Five Stages of the Soul (Call, Search, Struggle, Breakthrough, Return)? The stage of the Struggle often involves people trying to discourage the Hero from continuing on the quest. What obstacles does Gilgamesh encounter on his quest to find immortality? In losing the plant, Gilgamesh loses immortality. What wisdom does he possibly gain in its place?

3.) Based on chapter two in Young's text and the additional videos for Week 3, answer the following questions in your essay: What does Young mean when he writes, "For indigenous people, all life is spiritual"? Discuss the importance of harmony, balance, and community in indigenous religions. Make sure to provide at least 2 or 3 examples.