the nature and role of hierarchy and internal power structures within belief systems and ideologies

Question 1

Hierarchies reinforce

Answer 1

authority and provide a clear chain of command and set the tone/teachings of the organisation

Question 2

All belief systems are what in nature?

Answer 2

complex

Question 3

what make ups the system as a whole?

Answer 3

internal parts

Question 4

in order for the system to operate there needs to be

Answer 4

an established and recognisable internal structure of roles and responsibilities and a rank order of influence and position.

Question 5

what does the order of system ensure?

Answer 5

ensures strong lines of communication and cohesion

Question 6

The Nature: refers

Answer 6

to how decisions are made and the complexity of the structure

Question 7

The Role: refers to

Answer 7

continuity and change within the beliefs, and also traditions and how modernisation has changed the beliefs

Question 8

Hierarchy: think

Answer 8

of a ranking system that organises itself on values and establishes status, power jurisdiction, system of subordinates (those with less power/authority to influence).

Question 9

where do they exist?

Answer 9

within all social institutions which are large and complex

Question 10

e.g.

Answer 10

Catholic church; pop, cardinals, archbishop, bishops, priests).