Topic 2 Flashcards
1
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A conservative force
A
One that maintains or seeks to restore traditional beliefs and customs and maintains the status quo in society
2
Q
A force of social change
A
Is something that derives for change in society rather than maintaining the status quo
3
Q
Cultural defence
A
Religion functions as a focal point for the defence of community identity
4
Q
Cultural transition
A
Ethnic minority groups moving to a new country use religion as a source of identity and support in the transition period
5
Q
Theodicy
A
A religious framework that enables people to make sense of inexplicable q’s about human existence
