SOC101 Chapter Notes - Chapter 17: Linda Woodhead, Eileen Barker, New Religious Movement
15 Dec 2013
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Sociologists are concerned with how humans act out their religious beliefs and practices, as well as how religious beliefs and social institutions intersect. However sociologists do not care whether or not god exist. Reasons why religion was not taken seriously in sociology: General acceptance that we live in a secular society. Where marx worried religion to be an illusionary distraction to take away from people seeking real happiness. Mainstream christianity (roman catholicism, protestantism, etc. ) dominates canada"s historic landscape. Statistical data regarding religion can give little information in question relating to how religion and spirituality are acted out in our daily lives. The answer to religion causing violence is not easy. However, it can certainly provide ideological justification for violent acts. Religion can provide a source of comfort, direction, and community. It is also an important influence on how people think about issues like same-sex marriage, abortions, and gender roles.
