Secularisation - Beliefs

Question 1

What is the definition of secularisation?

Answer 1

Wilson: The process in which religious thinking, practice and institutions lose social significants

Question 2

What is secularisation thesis?

Answer 2

The argument that secularisation is occurring

Question 3

What is religious thinking?

Answer 3

Refers to the influence of religion on peoples’ beliefs and values

Question 4

What is religious practice?

Answer 4

Refers to things people do to carry out their religious commitment

Question 5

What is religious institutions?

Answer 5

Refers to the extent to which religious institutions have maintained their social influence in wider society