organized religion
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Definition
- Noun:
- A structured system of beliefs, practices, and institutions dedicated to the worship of a divine power or powers, typically with established doctrines, rituals, and a community of adherents.
Usage
- Organized religion is used to describe formal, institutional faith systems, often in contrast to personal spirituality or informal belief.
- It functions as a countable noun (e.g., , ).
Examples
- Noun:
- Sociology often studies the role of organized religion in society.
- Christianity, Islam, and Buddhism are examples of major organized religions.
- Some people find community and moral guidance through an organized religion.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used in analytical or comparative contexts to discuss the social and institutional aspects of faith.
- The study focused on the political influence of organized religion throughout history.
Variants and Related Words
- Religion (n): A broader term for a system of faith and worship, which may or may not be highly structured. "Organized religion" is a specific type of religion.
- Faith (n): Often used synonymously with religion, but can place more emphasis on personal belief and trust.
- Denomination (n): A distinct branch or subgroup within a larger organized religion (e.g., Baptists are a denomination within Christianity).
- Sect (n): A subgroup within a religion, sometimes implying a break from established doctrine.
Synonyms
- Institutional religion
- Formal religion
- Creed (when referring to the system of belief)
Antonyms
- Personal spirituality
- Irreligion
- Secularism
Related Phrases
- Freedom of religion: The right to practice any organized religion or none at all.
- The constitution guarantees freedom of organized religion.
- Organized faith: A near-identical phrase, sometimes used interchangeably.
Noun
- an institution to express belief in a divine power
- he was raised in the Baptist religion
- a member of his own faith contradicted him