Compare and contrast two religions covered by this class

Compare and contrast two religions covered by this class . Be sure to address the way each religion:

·        characterizes the fundamental nature and purpose of human existence

·        characterizes the nature of God/gods and humankind's relationship with God/gods

·        reconciles human suffering with the existence of God/gods

·        describes the afterlife and the connection between this-worldly behavior and the afterlife

·        uses two major holidays to exemplify and reinforce major beliefs, values, and practices

·        enjoins members of the religion to refrain from violence and to coexist peacefully with members of other faiths