【Week 5.1 April 1(Mon)】——Cheng Yating

1)Summary

Religion is very important in society and our daily life, which provides meaning, social cohesion, and social control, as well as its role in shaping cultural norms, values, and institutions. First of all, it defines religion through three general definitions: Sacred vs. Profane, Religion as Existential Questioning, Religion as Super-nature, and differentiates types of religions. It discusses various sociological perspectives on religion, including Structural-Functional, Social-Conflict, Social Constructionist, etc. Religion is related to other social factors, such as gender, race, class, education, and health. Additionally, it mentions the relationship between religion and social inequality and the dynamics of religious change and globalization.

 

2) Interesting

One interesting aspect mentioned is the concept of secularization, which refers to the decline in the influence of religion in modern societies. The page discusses debates surrounding secularization theory and its implications for understanding the changing role of religion in contemporary society. This highlights religion's dynamic and complex nature and its interaction with broader social, cultural, and political processes.

 

3) Question

How do different social identities, such as race, gender, and class, intersect with religious identities to shape individuals' experiences, beliefs, behaviors, and opportunities within society? For example, how do sexual orientations intersect with religious identities, and how do religious teachings and attitudes influence attitudes toward LGBTQ+ individuals within religious communities? How do religious institutions navigate issues of sexuality and sexual diversity, and how do they contribute to LGBTQ+ inclusion or exclusion?

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