24+ ‘Religion’ Writing Prompts
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Contemporary Resurrection
What would the resurrection of Jesus look like if it took place in the present day?
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Mythos Reflection
Choose a myth, parable, or story from your religious or spiritual practice that has a profound meaning for you, and explain why.
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Finding Faith
Explore the moment when you first truly felt connected to your religion or spiritual beliefs.
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Monk in the Mosaics
Construct a tale about a monk who secretly embeds subversive messages in the mosaics he’s commissioned to create.
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The Splendor of Constantinople
Write a narrative set in the grandeur of Constantinople during its peak in the Byzantine era.
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In Da Vinci’s Footsteps
Muse on the adventures of an apprentice of Leonardo Da Vinci during the Renaissance.
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The Manuscript Illuminator
The life of a medieval monk tasked to illuminate a manuscript in a monastery.
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Pyramids and the Undead
Set a zombie apocalypse in ancient Egypt, where the consternation meets cultural mores of the afterlife.
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“Dismantling Stereotypes”
Write a story where your protagonist, who is part of a heavily stereotyped group, works to break away from the limiting boxes society has put them in.
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The Religion of Tomorrow
Imagine a future where there is a new world religion; your protagonist is a key player – either a defender or an enemy.
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The Cult Within
In a world where religions are widely accepted, your character starts to suspect their religious community is, in fact, a dangerous cult.
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Sacred Scrolls
Your protagonist finds a set of ancient, sacred texts that tell an entirely different narrative than what is publicly known. Who hides them, and why?
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Unraveling Faith
Create a story where a devout follower of a religious sect starts questioning their beliefs after they witness a horrifying act in the name of their religion.
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Fabled Kingdoms
Imagine a kingdom or realm only known in legends and tales, detail its territories and people.
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Chant of Light
Write a personal version of the Chant of Light, delving into your interpretation of Andraste’s teachings.
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Faith Perspectives
Elaborate on a pivotal moment where a human and an elf share their religious beliefs and rituals.
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The Influence of Shintoism in Anime
Incorporate elements of Shinto beliefs like spiritual beings (Kami) in your characters or story’s backdrop.
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Investigating Cultural Connections
Describe an aspect of your cultural identity that you feel particularly connected to and why.
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The Birth of Civilization
Write a story about a day in the life of an individual living in one of the first Mesopotamian cities.
