Questions and Answers
Which two words did Émile Durkheim use to distinguish between religious objects and non-religious objects?
Which of the following is NOT true of the sociological perspective on religion?
How many pillars are essential to the Islamic faith?
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Which theoretical approach will help you most in analyzing data on how ordinary objects become sacred?
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This controversy over the constitutionality of prayer in schools is a great example of the tension between what?
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Which position describes Karl Marx's view of religion and society?
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Which text is considered sacred to Christians of all sects?
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If someone who follows the teachings of Confucius mentions the word jen, they are referring to?
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The ___________ records Jewish interpretations of the _____________ which is their sacred text.
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From which religion does the yin-yang symbol come?
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What is the example of when Rosa and Sergei mobilized their synagogue to help with poverty called?
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A sociologist studying deeply rooted religious beliefs that can lead to hatred of other religions is probably a?
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What name do Buddhists give to their four basic rules?
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What correlation between religion and society did Max Weber see and study?
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Which theory will Roberto use to find a mosque to practice Islam?
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Where else in the world are megachurches widely popular?
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The similarities between the Church of Christ and the Episcopalian Church likely mean that the Church of Christ is?
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What do some believe religion provides to people's lives?
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Sanchita worships three different and separate gods. Her religion falls into which category?
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What did Marx and Freud see as the downfall of religion that would lead to the secularization of society?
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Study Notes
Concepts of Religion
- Émile Durkheim distinguished between religious objects as sacred and non-religious objects as profane.
- The sociological perspective on religion typically does not regard it as a symbol of high culture.
Major Religions and Practices
- Five pillars are essential to the Islamic faith, serving as foundational acts of worship and belief.
- The Bible is considered the sacred text for Christians across all sects.
- Confucius’ concept of jen emphasizes treating everyone with kindness and respect.
Jewish Texts
- The Talmud contains Jewish interpretations of the Torah, which is their foundational sacred text.
Symbols and Teachings
- The yin-yang symbol is prominently associated with Taoism.
- Buddhists refer to their core teachings as the Noble Truths.
Theoretical Frameworks
- Symbolic interactionism aids in understanding how ordinary objects become sacred.
- Karl Marx viewed religion as a tool to maintain the Proletariat in lower social classes.
- A conflict theorist would explore how deeply held religious beliefs can lead to hatred toward other religions.
- Structural functionalism posits that religion provides meaning and answers to life's difficult questions.
Social Movements and Theology
- Liberation Theology exemplifies the mobilization of religious groups to address social issues such as poverty.
Religion and Society
- Max Weber studied the relationship between religion and society, noting religion's influence on the economy and worker habits.
- Modernization is seen by Marx and Freud as a factor leading to the secularization of society.
Religiosity and Belief Systems
- Rational Choice Theory explains how individuals, such as Roberto seeking a mosque, make decisions regarding their religious practices.
- Megachurches are popular in parts of the United States and also have significant followings in South Korea.
- Polytheism describes religions that worship multiple gods, which applies to practitioners like Sanchita.
Denominations and Variants
- Similarities between denominations, such as Episcopalian and Churches of Christ, indicate sects within the broader Christian faith.
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Description
This quiz covers key concepts from Chapter 15 of Introduction to Sociology, focusing on religion and its sociological perspectives. Test your knowledge about significant theories and essential aspects of religious practices, including Durkheim's terminology and the Islamic faith.
