Which of these is the best definition of religion from a sociological perspective?
a. A unified system of beliefs and practices relative to sacred things.
b. A set of beliefs that are focused on Gods and Goddesses.
c. False beliefs that human hold in order to reassure themselves.
d. A system of moral values and teachings.
e. A group of people who worship together and share the same beliefs.
A
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a. focuses on action. b. sees an objective reality "out there." c. focuses on the meaning people attach to behavior. d. seeks to bring about change.
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