The IS class on Chinese traditions today touches on the various religious forms that is prevailing in the Chinese community; mainly, touism, buddhism and confusiounism. Unlike Singapore where religions are imported and practiced more by specific groups of people with little or no connections, the traditional chinese religions can be conbined to form a single faith that includes all the basic beliefs of the individual religions. Their traditional religions are more inclined towards being a way of life and the mandatory proper actions one should take rather than being a god-based monothestic religion. Although different, I am glad to be able to learn about them and come to a better understanding regarding the beliefs of several others.
I have also been priveledged enough to be able to take part in a friendly soccer match between the Ngee Ann team and the China school team. Although not being the official match that is planned to take place during the trip, I had a great time playing with them while also learning about sportsmanship when we all humblely shook hands after the game.
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