Significance of Religion

The text explores the concept of religion from various philosophical and cultural perspectives. According to Arthashastra, religion relates to fulfilling duties, while Vaishnavism emphasizes a system of faith that impacts local beliefs and life pursuits. The Purana highlights diverse rituals and moral codes associated with belief systems worldwide. Kavya references various historical belief systems, and Mahayana discusses religion as a unifying force for happiness. Furthermore, Theravada illustrates its role in friendships, while India history examines its theological and relational complexities. Science considers religion a sociodemographic characteristic relevant to demographic profiling and coping strategies.1
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Synonyms: Faith, Belief, Worship, Spirituality, Doctrine, Creed, Theology, Church, Sect, Cult

In Malay: Agama; In German: Religion; In Swedish: Religion; In Dutch: Religie; In Finnish: Uskonto; In Spanish: Religión

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Buddhist concept of 'Religion'

Hindu concept of 'Religion'

The concept of Religion in local and regional sources

The concept of Religion in scientific sources