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Chapter 14 Vocab
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Sociology
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Church
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formal religious organization, that is well integrated into its society
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Civil Religion
Definition
beliefs that link people to society and country
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Denomination
Definition
religion that maintains friendly government relations and doesn't claim to be a nation's only faith
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Ecclesia
Definition
church that is a state's official religion
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Electronic Church
Definition
church that broadcasts services through mass media
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Mega-Church
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large religious congregation, that provides members with many nontraditional services and facilities, church becomes life center
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Religion
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system of beliefs, rituals, and ceremonies focusing on sacred matters, promotes community, and provides personal spiritual experience
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Ritual
Definition
routine behaviors expressing faith
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Sect
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loosely organized, non bureaucratic religious organization without professional leadership that rejects the social environment in which it exists
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Ethicalist
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belief system of living a good life not worshipping a deity
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