Ninian Smart Seven Dimensions of Religion Flashcards
1
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Doctrinal
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A doctoring is a belief is a belief or relationships with a divine being
2
Q
Mythological
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Sacred stories that are passed on from generations verbally
They reveal and explain what the religion believes to be the ultimate nature of the divine, humans, and the universe.
3
Q
Ethical
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Moral teachings
Code of Ethics
4
Q
Ritual
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Repeated actions
A way in which a community expresses or confirms their beliefs
5
Q
Experiential
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This can include religious experiences such as visions, revelations and enlightenment
Idea of miracles being performed
6
Q
Institutional
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Social and community
Social organization
7
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Material
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physical things such as statues or architecture
Symbolize or manifest the sacred or supernatural
