It is imperative that everyone remains neutral in their religious studies, especially if one is studying under the tutelage of a 'religious person'.Now here is the problem, very few can remain neutral under the influence of religious ideology/doctrine. This is so because, as i believe, there is a spiritual core within man which propels him/her to seek something more, something 'spiritual', and sadly there are countless 'counterfeits' who have no qualms about exploiting the spiritual-vulnerabilities of humankind. Thus, in studying any religion and/or religious matter-please, proceed with caution. Not that studying religions and spiritual elements are negative per se,however, mankind has long been experimental mice in the matters of religions and their silly shepherds. My advice, approach all religious concerns with shrewd caution, and instead accumulate concepts and reject the rituals...the organized religions of the world are monetary agencies not genuine centers for spiritual rejuvenation, and the proof is in the pudding(actual practice or lack thereof), and one final note: any religion and/or religious ideology/doctrine that is founded upon racial lines or ethnic exclusivity is not a religion at all, and all those who assert any religious authenticity upon race is so off track it is ridiculous. You, yourself are the temple, the church , the mosque-You,whoever you are-YOU ARE THE CHURCH!
The word that means the study of religion and religious ideas is "theology." It involves critical analysis and interpretation of religious beliefs, practices, and traditions.
Pretty much all of it. Religion may be important in history to show where civilizations got their beliefs off of, but now? It shouldn't be involved. Religion is a personal choice. You don't have to have one.
Theology is the study of the nature of the divine, religious beliefs, and the practice of religion. It often involves exploring questions related to the existence of God, the meaning of life, and the interpretation of religious texts and traditions.
Studies in Comparative Religion ended in 1987.
You can go to any college or university to study religion. Whether you choose a traditional campus or an online campus. You could also ask your spiritual leader if there any courses available.
I do not believe so. However, just because no one has ever done it does not mean that no one ever will.
what is theological vs. non theological study of religion
If you are an unmarried woman yes; if you are a single (or married) man you need to obtain either your own visa or a student visa to remain in the country and study.
Donald Wiebe has written: 'Religion and Truth' -- subject(s): Religion, Study and teaching, Knowledge, Theory of (Religion) 'Failure and nerve in the academic study of religion' -- subject(s): Religion, Study and teaching, Hermeneutics 'The politics of religious studies' -- subject(s): Religion, Study and teaching
To study the role religion plays in people's lives.
Society for the Scientific Study of Religion was created in 1949.
Journal for the Scientific Study of Religion was created in 1961.
In many religions there are specific beliefs about gender and their rights and roles. In this way the study of gender is relevant to the study of religion.
Hogwarts does not study any religion.
The study of religion is called theology
who say India is important?shouldn't you rather ask : in the study of religion ; is India important and why ?
Science does not study religion. As Stephen J. Gould says, science and religion operate, or ought to operate, in quite distinct magisteria. Science is the systematic study of the natural world, while theology is the systematic study of religion. Of course, if we regard theology as a science, then theology is the systematic study of religion and therefore of God's creation.