Religion — Important Questions

The most primitive form of religion

Durkheim considered totemism, where a group worships a sacred symbol like an animal or plant, as the earliest form of religion.

Altars, charms, incense sticks, crosses

Sacred objects vary by culture and include items like altars, charms, incense sticks, and crosses used in rituals.

To remove fear and anxiety

Religion helps reduce fear and anxiety by offering hope and a sense of control through prayer and belief.

Reverence

Religion often evokes emotions like reverence, humility, fear, and hope.