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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. More on [ Religion ]
@miketually Sure, but the kids aren't taught a secular viewpoint. They're taught each religion without question as if it were reasonable.
aegisdesign (Shaun Murray) Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:55:01 -0000
@miketually Sure, but the kids aren't taught a secular viewpoint. They're taught each religion without question as if it were reasonable.
RT @BHAnews Without religion, the human race will work out its own rules for right and wrong - http://cli.gs/RHPDPt
kevpeel (Kevin Peel) Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:54:23 -0000
RT @BHAnews Without religion, the human race will work out its own rules for right and wrong - http://cli.gs/RHPDPt
Gentleness, self-sacrifice and generosity are the exclusive possession of no one race or religion.
bringmeupmusic (Christy Mannering) Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:54:13 -0000
Gentleness, self-sacrifice and generosity are the exclusive possession of no one race or religion.
R.E.M.-Losing My Religion(With Lyrics): http://bit.ly/4PMiIg
FeedLinks (FeedLinks) Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:54:06 -0000
R.E.M.-Losing My Religion(With Lyrics): http://bit.ly/4PMiIg
@MicheleBlueston hehe yes :) Marx was right in that .. religion is perhaps an enemy of spiruality in its rigidity, authority, empty ritual
WiderScreenings (Robert Cettl) Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:53:31 -0000
@MicheleBlueston hehe yes :) Marx was right in that .. religion is perhaps an enemy of spiruality in its rigidity, authority, empty ritual
damn im 100% sure that im going to fail my religion test today -_-
livia9778 (olivia gagnon) Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:52:29 -0000
damn im 100% sure that im going to fail my religion test today -_-
Virtual Religion Index - Large link collection from Rutgers University, categorised by religion. Also includes resources for ancient religions, archaeology, philosophy, sociology of religion, and psychology of religion.
Bible Chronology - From Creation through the sacking of Jerusalem in AD 70.
Meta Description: [ A chronological view of world history from Creation through until the sacking of Jerusalem in AD 70 ]
Brigham Young University: Center for the Preservation of Ancient Religious Texts - Plans to archive and publish photographic and digital editions. Organizational information and specific projects.
Glencairn Museum - Educates visitors about the history of religion, using art and artifacts from a variety of world cultures and time periods.
Meta Description: [ Glencairn Museum's mission is to educate visitors about the history of religion, using art and artifacts from a variety of cultures and time periods. ]
History of Religions - Print journal. Subscription information and table of contents only.
Meta Description: [ History of Religions ]
Important Dates in the History of Religion - Chronology from BC to 1965 of persons and events.
IVP Concise Dictionary of Religion - E-text of first edition; sales of printed second edition.
Meta Description: [ Irving Hexham's online edition of the Concise Dictionary of Religion ]
World Scripture - Comparative anthology of sacred texts: 4000+ passages from major religions, thematically organized.
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