Religion
1. Summary
- What is religion in the sociology?
In the past, sociologists have studied religion as an academic study. They considered it important to keep a neutral position on the unverifiable facts, rather than the true or false of religion. Studying religion is accompanied by conceptualization. Generally speaking, there are 3 definitions of religion.
The most well-known definition of religion is the definition of Emile Durkheim, which distinguishes between secular one or not. The second one is a religion as existential questioning. Social scientists began to answer existential questions through religion. So the theist answer to the existential question is different from the atheist answer. The last definition is religion as a collective faith and rituals of the supernatural phenomenon. However, the former cannot be shared with atheists.
There are various religions based on above theories. There have been many studies to classify them. Max Weber's classification system is the most representative. For example, the types of religion include church, denomination, sect, and worship. First, 'church' has seven characteristics. Second, 'denomination' is located as a continuum with the church and occurs when the church loses its monopoly. It has eight characteristics. Third, 'sect' occurs in opposition to existing religion. At first, it can be fresh, but they can become traditional ones. Finally, 'worship' is a new religious organization. It is driven by charismatic leaders.
Early theories have been proposed to understand and explain religion, and then many theories have been made. Functional approach to religion is centered on Durkheim. In human society, religion has a role. But it does not matter whether its function is positive or not. So it is likely to be used as a means of rationalizing terrorism and violence.
Next, the social conflict approach is centered on Marx. He argued that religion plays an important role in maintaining the present state. And it is used as a tool of the bourgeoisie. Even if the world was touch, the proletarians endured the present suffering for the afterlife. Using religions, the bourgeoisie accumulated capital.
Social constructivists for religion argue that each function of society is used to maintain religion and that society is used to strengthen the faith system. Religious pluralism is a theory that believes that religious differences and conflicts can be overcome. From social psychological point of view, religion is an aspect of being able to answer an existential question. While it cannot be scientifically proven, it can continue to exist.
Religions are categorized for Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism, and Judaism. This division is arbitrary but easiest. Religious differences hinge on various social factors such as gender, race, class, education, and health. As religion becomes more modern, it is more likely to lose religiosity and become secularized. The social factors that influence religious differences are becoming increasingly diverse. Therefore, Religion should work consistently to prevent secularization.
The most well-known definition of religion is the definition of Emile Durkheim, which distinguishes between secular one or not. The second one is a religion as existential questioning. Social scientists began to answer existential questions through religion. So the theist answer to the existential question is different from the atheist answer. The last definition is religion as a collective faith and rituals of the supernatural phenomenon. However, the former cannot be shared with atheists.
There are various religions based on above theories. There have been many studies to classify them. Max Weber's classification system is the most representative. For example, the types of religion include church, denomination, sect, and worship. First, 'church' has seven characteristics. Second, 'denomination' is located as a continuum with the church and occurs when the church loses its monopoly. It has eight characteristics. Third, 'sect' occurs in opposition to existing religion. At first, it can be fresh, but they can become traditional ones. Finally, 'worship' is a new religious organization. It is driven by charismatic leaders.
Early theories have been proposed to understand and explain religion, and then many theories have been made. Functional approach to religion is centered on Durkheim. In human society, religion has a role. But it does not matter whether its function is positive or not. So it is likely to be used as a means of rationalizing terrorism and violence.
Next, the social conflict approach is centered on Marx. He argued that religion plays an important role in maintaining the present state. And it is used as a tool of the bourgeoisie. Even if the world was touch, the proletarians endured the present suffering for the afterlife. Using religions, the bourgeoisie accumulated capital.
Social constructivists for religion argue that each function of society is used to maintain religion and that society is used to strengthen the faith system. Religious pluralism is a theory that believes that religious differences and conflicts can be overcome. From social psychological point of view, religion is an aspect of being able to answer an existential question. While it cannot be scientifically proven, it can continue to exist.
Religions are categorized for Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism, and Judaism. This division is arbitrary but easiest. Religious differences hinge on various social factors such as gender, race, class, education, and health. As religion becomes more modern, it is more likely to lose religiosity and become secularized. The social factors that influence religious differences are becoming increasingly diverse. Therefore, Religion should work consistently to prevent secularization.
2. Interesting contents about religion
The correlation between education and religion was impressive. Religion significantly affects education. Those who believe in fundamental religions are less educated than those who believe in liberal religions. With the development of information and communication technology, the level of education will become higher and higher. So I thought that religion could not have a big impact on the level of education.
3. Discussion
Many protestants become secular. It is a big problem in the past. What can church do to prevent secularization?
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