What is religion?

Question

What is religion?

Answer 1

A tool like Law & Politics for control and manipulation

Answer 2

Relation of human beings to God or the gods or to whatever they consider sacred or, in some cases, merely supernatural. Archaeological evidence suggests that religious beliefs have existed since the first human communities. They are generally shared by a community, and they express the communal culture and values through myth, doctrine, and ritual. Worship is probably the most basic element of religion, but moral conduct, right belief, and participation in religious institutions also constitute elements of the religious life. Religions attempt to answer basic questions intrinsic to the human condition (Why do we suffer? Why is there evil in the world? What happens to us when we die?) through the relationship to the sacred or supernatural or (e.g., in the case of Buddhism) through perception of the true nature of reality. Broadly speaking, some religions (e.g., Judaism, Christianity, and Islam) are outwardly focused, and others (e.g., Jainism, Buddhism) are inwardly focused..

Answer 3

religion is direct related to the culture and the cast. it means . there is different culture in different religion.

Answer 4

Religion is a system of social coherence based on a common group of beliefs or attitudes concerning an object, person, unseen being, or system of thought considered to be supernatural, sacred, divine or highest truth, 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"[1], but is more socially defined than that of personal convictions.

The development of religion has taken many forms in various cultures. "Organized religion" generally refers to an organization of people supporting the exercise of some religion with a prescribed set of beliefs, often taking the form of a legal entity (see religion-supporting organization). Other religions believe in personal revelation and responsibility.

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.

Sociologists and anthropologists see religion as an abstract set of ideas, values, or experiences developed as part of a cultural matrix. Primitive religion was indistinguishable from the sociocultural acts where custom and ritual defined an emotional reality.

Other religious scholars have put forward a definition of religion that avoids the reductionism of the various sociological and psychological disciplines that relegate religion to its component factors. Religion may be defined as the presence of a belief in the sacred or the holy. For example Rudolf Otto's "The Idea of the Holy," formulated in 1917, defines the essence of religious awareness as awe, a unique blend of fear and fascination before the divine. Friedrich Schleiermacher in the late 18th century defined religion as a "feeling of absolute dependence."

Answer 5

someone's way of fooling people to believe things that aren't really...

Answer 6

Like the elephant in the oriental parable, religion is a large

and complex phenomenon. Definers tend to take hold of

a part of the beast and define the whole in terms of the part

The root of the word "religion" is usually traced to the Latin religare (re: back, and ligare: to bind), so that the term is associated with "being bound." The idea may reflect a concept prominent in biblical literature. Israel was said to be in a "covenant" (berith) relationship with its God (Yahweh). In a sense, the nation was "covenanted" or "bonded" to the deity. But what does being bound or bonded mean? Is a slave who is bound or bonded to his or her master in a "religious" relationship? Is a business agreement which binds partners in a legal covenant a form of "religious" binding? At one time in human history, such "bindings" may have had religious sanction, but today, in America, slavery is outlawed and business contracts are made in legal settings. This particular notion of religion as "binding" doesn't really fit and therefore this interpretation of the root meaning of the term proves not to be particularly helpful.

Answer 7

Def:

English-system of beliefs

Latin-to tie back or bring together

Greek-to divide and conquer

It can mean just one to your own preference or you can take it to the reality of it and acknowledge the authenticity of all 3 being true. Religion really is just the belief that exists in the culture. Culture formed the religion and religion formed the culture. I myself am islamic and the religion for one's self always goes into the unseen. But still surrounds the culture on a whole. Let alone a worldwide view to what your religion teaches. Then the truth that exists in you. To your own reason of existance. And what will be your outcome.

Religion cause a lot of contraversy, but that is only due to lack of understanding and/or tolerance to other's views on life. Some believe in one god or many dieties. Some aknowledge themselves as the ONE supreme. But the laws of that religion are still there to govern.

Didn't anyone ever tell you not to discuss religion or polotics with anyone. They can cause much contraversy. Even if of the same religion or political party.

PEACE!

Answer 8

Belief in something supernatural, that has some effect on how you believe you should behave.

Answer 9

religion is just rules & regulations which tells a human being how to live a happy & prosperous life in differnt situations.

Answer 10

Religion—sometimes used interchangeably with faith or belief system—is commonly defined as belief concerning the supernatural, sacred, or divine, and the moral codes, practices and institutions associated with such belief. In its broadest sense some have defined it as the sum total of answers given to explain humankind's relationship with the universe. In the course of the development of religion, it has taken a huge number of forms in various cultures and individuals.

Answer 11

Religion is What U percieve and What u See. Whatever that makes u satisfy is ur religion but not sacrificing the integrity.

Ur Belief on the things that make u feel protected from the odds

Answer 12

its a way of life.it is usually guided by a few principles of predicted guidelines, usually by one great leader or guru or may even be the follower.It is usually based on the basic tenets of human values i.e; be truthful, do not hurt others, look after the family and the society well etc;But it may also prescribe some times harsh must-dos in daily or in ones life.religion was basically formed to bring in order in the society with belief in god as the main back bone in unifying one and all and for peace in self and the society.

Answer 13

I think no one can explain it because its very big word. If u try to give its defination and you write even whole book still its nothing.

According to me religion is belief or way to pray -----------------

Answer 14

villainy under the false pretense of virtue

Answer 15

its ur personal belief system, that includes ur family values, the virtues or vices ur school, peers, and teachers teach u, and practicing it or not practicing it

Answer 16

Religion is age old since the civilization came into existence. It began when human’s brain advanced to realize to have faith, and worship the systems of the society. Human lived in small groups, regulations and systems were formed to maintain discipline in the group. All small groups had own ideology that were obligatory to all group members. As they were too small in groups, system differed from group (society) to group. In order to initiate members to worship the system, an icon was formed that harmonized the ideology. Rituals were essential part that to be carried in occasions for rejuvenation. During this period their rituals were for natural resources icons like sun, moon, river, fire etc; spirits icons like group gods and character icon (idols) like devil or angel.

Answer 17

religion is a phenomenon with some preformatted rules,traditions which should meant for leading  the people in a right path throughout their life and which indeed helps us for leading a good life if followed bysoul and heart

Answer 18

Someone said that Religion is the Opium for the Masses.......