Functionalism and religion

What is the primary concern of sociological theories of religion?

• Philosophical debates within religion

• Religion's role for individuals and society

• The history of religious practices

• Comparative study of different religions

Which theory sees religion as a conservative force preventing social change?

• Pragmatism

• Postmodernism

• Functionalism

• Existentialism

Who is known for their work on religion and social integration?

• Sigmund Freud

• Max Weber

• Emile Durkheim

• Karl Marx

What did Durkheim study to understand religion's role in society?

• Christianity in Europe

• Islam in the Middle East

• Buddhism in Asia

• Totemism among Australian Aborigines

According to Durkheim, what divides the human experience?

• The physical and the spiritual

• Good and evil

• The sacred and the profane

• The past and the future

What does Karl Marx view religion as?

• A means of social control

• A path to enlightenment

• A personal choice

• A cultural tradition

What is the 'opiate of the masses' according to Marx?

• Government

• Economy

• Education

• Religion

What concept did Malinowski introduce regarding religion?

• Religion as a historical narrative

• Religion as a cultural system

• Religion as a psychological function

• Religion as a political tool

What does civil religion in America often involve?

• Worship of past presidents

• Strict adherence to a single faith

• Rejection of traditional religions

• Focus on individual spirituality

How do feminists view religion in relation to gender?

• As a patriarchal institution

• As irrelevant to gender issues

• As a supporter of female leadership

• As a promoter of gender equality