ethnicity and religion

Question 1

STEVE BRUCE - basis for solidarity / coping

Answer 1

• BRUCE argues that religion offers support and a sense of cultural identity for ethnic minorities in a new environment
• religion among minorities can be a basis for solidarity and a means of preserving their culture and language
• it might also be a way of coping with oppression in a racist society

Question 2

WILL HERBERG - cultural transition

Answer 2

• HERBERG says religion for ethnic minorities can also be a means of easing the transition into a new culture by providing support
• this gives an explanation to the high levels of religious participation among first-generation immigrants in the USA