Religion is a human phenomenon that defies easy definition. It is commonly understood as a group of beliefs or attitudes concerning an object (real or imagined), person (real or imagined), or system of thought considered to be supernatural, sacred, or divine, and the moral codes, practices, values, institutions, and rituals associated with such belief or system of thought. It is sometimes used interchangeably with "faith" or "belief system"[The words "belief system" may not necessarily refer to a religion, though a religion may be referred to as "belief system." ] In the course of the development of religion, it has taken many forms in various cultures and individuals.
Occasionally, the word "religion" is used in the more restrictive sense of "organized religion" — that is, an organization of people supporting the exercise of some religion, often taking the form of a legal entity (see religion-supporting organization).
Definition of religion
There are many definitions of religion, and most have struggled to avoid an overly sharp definition on the one hand, and meaningless generalities on the other. Some have tried to use formalistic, doctrinal definitions and others have tried to use experiential, emotive, intuitive, valuational and ethical factors.
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Religion - Twitter SearchLoosing my religion. Im trying to believe in God but unfortunately i cant...madonnarlz (Maria Broniarz) Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:20:25 -0000
Loosing my religion. Im trying to believe in God but unfortunately i cant...
@jberrebi the simple act of defining people by their religion or color of skin is a reprehensible actalaineskenazi (Alain Eskenazi) Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:19:30 -0000
@jberrebi the simple act of defining people by their religion or color of skin is a reprehensible act
Seperation of religion and government in Iran. No more Political Prisoners, Clergies, IRGC, Guardian Council.. #iranelection Maryam Rajavirbig123 (ray ) Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:17:25 -0000
Seperation of religion and government in Iran. No more Political Prisoners, Clergies, IRGC, Guardian Council.. #iranelection Maryam Rajavi
@ujj @nb42 OTOH, I guess it *is* a little religion. Unfortunate, if you ask me.sids (Siddhartha Reddy) Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:14:46 -0000
@ujj @nb42 OTOH, I guess it *is* a little religion. Unfortunate, if you ask me.
@ujj @nb42 'Religion' isn't the best of metaphors for sports, too many negative connotations.sids (Siddhartha Reddy) Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:13:51 -0000
@ujj @nb42 'Religion' isn't the best of metaphors for sports, too many negative connotations.
LOL god: Religion-free DVD Player: Religion-free DVD Player. Labels: Religion. Reactions: Older Post Home. Ente.. http://bit.ly/3ZKzokdvd_player (dvd_player) Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:11:52 -0000
LOL god: Religion-free DVD Player: Religion-free DVD Player. Labels: Religion. Reactions: Older Post Home. Ente.. http://bit.ly/3ZKzok
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