World's Major Religion Flashcards

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an organized system of beliefs, ceremonies, practices and worship that centers on one or more Gods.

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Religion

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a French sociologist, believed that religion was a social phenomenon that provided meaning, purpose, and solidarity to people. He defined religion as a system of beliefs and practices that unite people into a moral community.

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Emile Durkheim

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3
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belief in the existence of one God

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Monotheistic

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4
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belief in or worship of multiple Gods

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Polytheistic

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