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Sociology of Religion: Module 3 Recap
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According to the course materials, ____________________ signaled a departure from monolithic traditional religions.

  • Ascendance of 'Christophobic' ideas
  • Universal and diverse nature of religion
  • Incredulity towards meta-narratives (correct)
  • Development of sophisticated, radical ideas of the world

    • What idea paved the way for the rise of 'neutralism' and 'humanism' in Europe?

  • 'Christophobic' ideas (correct)
  • Increasing diversity of need
  • Radical and secular ideas of the world
  • Pluralistic religious world

    • What is the historical significance of the term 'juggernaut' when used in reference to religion?

  • It represents a small and insignificant religious group with no significant impact.
  • It refers to a peaceful religious movement promoting tolerance and harmony.
  • It symbolizes a metaphoric enormous force or object with potentially destructive power. (correct)
  • It indicates a temporary religious phenomenon without lasting influence.

    • What does the concept of 'religious syncretism' entail?

    <p>The blending or combining of different religious beliefs or practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does religion act as a 'juggernaut of historical relevance' according to the text?

    <p>By exerting a powerful and enduring influence on various aspects of life over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of religious diversity in today's world?

    <p>It leads to syncretism and the emergence of new religious emergencies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of religion and diversity, what does the term 'religious consumerism' refer to?

    <p>The idea that individuals pick and choose religious beliefs like products in a marketplace.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of postmodernism, why is religion still considered a 'juggernaut'?

    <p>Because it remains a powerful force impacting various aspects of society like politics, economy, education, and health.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes religious syncretism?

    <p>It adapts and blends different religious elements to fulfill specific needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the concept of universality of religion explained in this course?

    <p>As the omnipresence of religion globally, accounting for its impact on various spheres of life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Postmodernism emphasizes the importance of having only one view of truth through institutionalization.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of religiosity, the movement from institution to individualism is idealized.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Religion is no longer a powerful force in contemporary social, political, and economic spaces.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Religion has always been a force for social change and never a conservative force.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Historically, religion has had no impact on different aspects of life across different times and spaces.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'juggernaut' is derived from the mythology of Zeus, the Greek god.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    António Guterres, the UN Chief, did not make a 2020 Global Call to Protect Religious Freedom according to the text.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Religious diversity leads to a decrease in creativity and innovation within societies.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The impact of religion on education is considered of lesser importance in the post-modern era.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Syncretism in religion refers to the process of adapting religious beliefs to meet specific needs in a blended manner.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Religion does not have a significant impact on politics according to the post-modern analysis.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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