Ritualism is a certain procedure in which an idol, deity, person, or idea is worshipped. An example would be like when the Egyptians would chant certain words or phrases, wash a statue, and dress it with certain colors signifying what may be the need to worship.
for me ritualism is ritUAL !
Mass (church), gathering at a synagogue or other holy places, or simply praying.
A focus on rules and regulations to the point of undermining an organization's goals
ritualism
William Coolidge Lane has written: 'The building of Massachusetts Hall, 1717-1720' -- subject(s): Massachusetts Hall, Harvard University, History 'Index to recent reference lists' -- subject(s): Bibliography 'Catalogue of a collection of works on ritualism and doctrinal theology' -- subject(s): Theology, Bibliography, Ritualism
Empty ritualism refers to the practice of engaging in rituals or traditions without genuine understanding, belief, or emotional connection to their meaning or significance. This can lead to a superficial adherence to customs, where the actions are performed mechanically rather than as expressions of faith or cultural identity. As a result, the ritual loses its intended purpose and becomes a hollow exercise, lacking in depth and personal relevance.
There are a few potential dangers of the Alpha Course. They use false doctrines to take advantage of people. They can lure people in and then have them stuck in ritualism.
P. Martin has written: 'Anglican-Ritualism, As Seen By A Catholic And Foreigner' 'The performance testing of aircraft gas turbine combustion chambers under altitude conditions'
William Edward Bowen has written: 'The crisis in the English church' -- subject(s): Accessible book, Oxford movement, History, Church of England, Ritualism
John R. Jones has written: 'Height-growth comparisons of some quaking aspen clones in Arizona' 'Reputable Conduct' 'Guide to Laos and Cambodia' -- subject(s): Guidebooks 'Aspen' 'Regeneration on an aspen clearcut in Arizona' 'Should ritualism be tolerated in the Church of England?' -- subject(s): Church of England, Ritualism 'A spot seeding trial with southwestern white pine and blue spruce' -- subject(s): Spruce, White pine, Preharvest sprouting, Growth
Orthopraxy is a term derived from Greek ὀρθοπραξία (orthopraxia, meaning "correct action/activity") or an emphasis on conduct, both ethical and liturgical, as opposed to faith or grace etc.[1][2][3] This contrasts with orthodoxy, which emphasizes correct belief, and ritualism, the use of rituals.[4]
Robert Merton termed this as "goal displacement," where organizations prioritize adherence to rules and regulations over achieving their intended objectives, leading to inefficiency or stagnation in goal attainment.