Do you think Religion provides society a means of social control? Explain.
Discussion: Social Cohesion And Control
As you read chapter 15, note Durkheim’s analysis of religion and what he believes religion provides society: Social Cohesion, Social Control, and Meaning and Purpose. In particular, think about Social Control and do you think Religion provides society a means of social control?
Do you think Religion provides society a means of social control? Explain.
For this discussion list at least three ways/actions, you see religion providing social control in the everyday world? Give examples that affect people in society who do not go to church! For each way/action explain why and whether or not you believe it is positive or negative.
Discuss how functionalism and conflict theory view religion and its role in society. Which theory do you agree with? Why? Explain.
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Your response should be at least three 8-9 sentence paragraphs (1 paragraph per way/action).
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