Definitions of Religion
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- Created on: 28-01-15 09:31
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- Theories of Religion
- Substantive Definition
- Belief in a God or the supernatural
- Content of religious beliefs
- Weber- Belief in a power that isn't scientifically explained
- Exclusive theory- clear line between religious and non religious beliefs
- Functional Definition
- Social or psychological functions religion preforms
- Durkheim- Religion is related to social integration
- Religion answers the ultimate questions
- Inclusive theory- include wide range of beliefs that perform functions
- Social Constructionist Definition
- How members of society themselves define religion
- Not possible to produce a universal definition
- Religions are influenced by who has power
- Substantive Definition
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