How does affinity with a particular god or goddess help the individual Hindu (or Hindu family)? Can you relate this to your own personal experience, if relevant? How does Hindu scripture differ, if at all, from a Christian or a western notion of scripture? What are the different ways in which it is used? (Remember, I'm not necessarily asking for a researched answer. I'm asking for your best educated guess based upon the readings. If I think your answer was researched, it will not help your grade. I want reflection here.)