Question

Compare and contrast the components of religion. Which component of religion is easiest and hardest to measure? Be sure to explain why and include examples in your analysis. (100-150 words minimum)

Answer 1

Answer.)

As per Anderson and Parker religion for the most part comprises of four essential components, for example,

(1) Belief in Supernatural Power:

Each religion has faith in some supernatural power i.e. powers outside of man and the present world. The supernatural powers are accepted to impact human life and conditions.

(2) Man's adjustment to Supernatural Powers:

It is another part of religion. As man is subject to these supernatural powers thus he should alter himself to the powers. Accordingly every religion accommodates some outside acts or rituals, for example, supplication; Kirtans Utterance of songs and so on. Non-execution of these rituals viewed as sinful.

(3) Acts characterized as Sinful:

It is another segment of religion. Each religion characterizes a few acts as sacred and some different as sinful which assume to annihilate the amicable connections amongst man and god.

(4) Method of Salvation:

It is another segment of religion. Man needs some method by which he can achieve salvation or Nirvana or by which agreement amongst man and god will be restored by the expulsion of blame or subjugation. Since each religion think about salvation as a definitive point of life. Be that as it may, other than the above components religion may have some different components which are as per the following.

(5) Belief in some sacred things:

Each religion accepts on some blessed or sacred things which constitute the focal point of religion. These sacred or heavenly things are representative. In any case, this belief in view of confidence. For instance, Cow is sacred for Hindus.

(6) Procedure of Worship:

It is another part of religion. Each religion has its own particular procedure of worshipping. The adherent of religion worship the supernatural power either as a statute or in an amorphous way.

(7) Place of Worship:

Each religion has its own clear place of worship in which its devotees offer their supplication to the supernatural power.

For instance Hindu Worship in a Temple.