Significance of Religious belief
Synonyms: Faith, Spirituality, Doctrine, Conviction, Religion, Creed, Belief system, Worldview, Dogma, Theology, Worship, Devotion, Piety, Religiosity
In Dutch: Religieuze overtuiging; In Finnish: Uskonnollinen usko; In Spanish: Creencia religiosa; In German: Religiöser Glaube; In Malay: Kepercayaan agama; In Swedish: Religiös tro; In French: Croyance religieuse; In Italian: Credenza religiosa; In Portugese: Crença religiosa; In Polish: Wiara religijna
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Buddhist concept of 'Religious belief'
In Buddhism, religious belief encompasses doctrines, practices, and faith systems, influencing actions and coexisting with other beliefs. It highlights the preservation of cultural elements and historical contexts.
From: Hualin International Journal of Buddhist Studies
(1) Over the course of progressively recapturing such areas as Xuzhou, Haizhou, and Jingzhou, Liu Yu respected and accorded with local Buddhist, protecting existing monasteries.[1] (2) A wide range of ideas and doctrines that coexisted and influenced each other in Chinese society.[2] (3) This refers to the doctrines, practices, and faith systems of different religions, which were a source of conflict between Buddhists and Christians during the late Ming Dynasty, particularly concerning doctrinal differences.[3] (4) Lay religious groups, partly or wholly suffused with Buddhist-inspired beliefs and practices, often combined with Daoist ones as well, continued to arise and then flourish, despite repeated repression.[4] (5) This term is connected to multiple publications, and it's a core focus when examining material culture's impact on religious beliefs and actions.[5]
Hindu concept of 'Religious belief'
In Hinduism, religious belief encompasses personal and communal convictions, diverse spiritual practices, and adherence to various deities and philosophies, influenced by ancient traditions, societal norms, and interactions with other faiths.
From: Bhagavad-gita-rahasya (or Karma-yoga Shastra)
(1) A domain in which the Gita's teaching is acknowledged as of the highest value, if not wholly accepted, by almost all shades of.[6]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 4: Iatrochemistry
(1) The personal or communal convictions and practices regarding the divine and spirituality.[7]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 5: Treatment of various afflictions
(1) The spiritual ideologies of the Sabians, particularly their perceptions of deities and celestial bodies, influencing Ar-Razi's work.[8]
From: Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story)
(1) The varied spiritual practices and philosophies present in the society, influenced by Hinduism, Buddhism, and local animistic traditions.[9]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) Refers to the conviction held by Moslems that burial grants the deceased a superior destination, influencing the Kazi's perspective on Haridasa's burial.[10]
From: Hayanaratna: The Jewel of Annual Astrology
(1) Astrology has interacted with and affected other religious beliefs and practices in every subsequent host culture.[11]
The concept of Religious belief in local and regional sources
Religious belief encompasses doctrines, practices, and convictions, influencing individuals, societies, and rulers. It shapes culture, ethics, and artistic expression, while also sometimes causing division.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) It is discussed and debated, with Kamal expressing her disbelief in any religion and other characters holding more traditional views.[12] (2) Tolstoi's religious beliefs, instead of widening his horizon, cramped his understanding of the true and spiritual function of art, leading to untenable dogma and contradiction in his work.[13] (3) The text states that almost all the items of the religious beliefs of the Indian today go to the Indo-European period.[14] (4) These are ideas that some believed must be trumpeted, with the belief that suffering is preferable to pleasure and that badness rather than goodness brings one closer to a higher power.[15] (5) His essays ranged over literature, politics, culture, social change, religious beliefs, philosophical analysis, international relations etc.[16]
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) The text references "religious belief" in the context of reincarnation, suggesting that while Mr. Kananda finds it a satisfactory explanation, he does not advance it as a doctrine or require others to accept it.[17] (2) These are the fundamental principles and doctrines that form the basis of a particular faith, shaping the worldview and moral code of its followers.[18] (3) Some people are quick to label the religious beliefs of others as superstitious, as the text describes.[19] (4) Religious beliefs of various regions were represented at the event, showcasing the event's comprehensive representation of different faiths and traditions.[20] (5) The Swami believes that all of these are acceptable, and those who practice them should not engage in conflict, emphasizing tolerance and understanding.[21]
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) This refers to the core beliefs, and is mentioned in the provided text, and used as a source for information.[22]
From: Buddhist records of the Western world (Xuanzang)
(1) Most people lack faith in religious merit, while some worship spirits of heaven in numerous temples with diverse sectaries, revealing varying religious beliefs.[23] (2) Some follow the true doctrine, while others are given to heresy, showing a division in religious beliefs within the population.[24]
The concept of Religious belief in scientific sources
Religious belief encompasses convictions about the divine, influencing health decisions, cultural practices, and personal identity. These beliefs, varying across individuals and religions, impact healthcare adherence, family planning, and views on life's meaning, and can act as a protective factor against self-harm.
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) Personal convictions, along with gender roles, influence the maintenance or compromise of religious traditions within families.[25] (2) These are convictions, doctrines, or tenets held by individuals or groups regarding the existence, nature, and worship of a divine being or beings.[26] (3) The convictions and doctrines associated with a particular faith or religion, where nurses should consider them when attending to spiritual needs in the PICU.[27] (4) In Paradise , religious belief is central to the narrative, shaping the civic and economic impulses of the characters and influencing their everyday lives.[28] (5) Religious beliefs, practices, and institutions adapted themselves to the secular and post-secular context of contemporary societies during the COVID-19 pandemic.[29]
From: Religious Inquiries (Journal)
(1) Followers of different religions are taking dissimilar ways and seem to be completely diverse in their beliefs and rituals, the ultimate destination is the same, and when they arrive at the destination, there will be no disagreement and diversity.[30] (2) Religious belief has not been significantly impacted by development, education, modernization, and secularization, as faith and certain forms of religious practices persist in societies.[31] (3) The convictions and doctrines expressed through Islamic art, as seen in the Seljuk tile art at the Imam al-Rida holy shrine, underscoring the importance of Islamic art in conveying these.[32] (4) The text refers to the application of empirical research in psychology and anthropology to understand different components of religious belief, ritual and experience.[33] (5) Religious beliefs do not have to be always supported by logical reasons; what matters is to make provisions for cognitive faculties to identify the veracity of the belief.[34]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) The strength of this aspect negatively correlated with depression and higher levels of self-esteem in students were associated with lower levels of depression.[35] (2) The study acknowledges that it could not capture the diversity of perceptions of hygiene in terms of "religious beliefs", because the study was primarily among Muslims.[36] (3) Some midwives do not want to continue with this profession because they have been constantly delegitimized, discriminated against, or because their religious beliefs prevent them from exercising this role.[37] (4) Religious beliefs have an impact on both dimensions, in particular, on love idealization with a mean effect size.[38] (5) Are the convictions, tenets, and doctrines held by individuals or groups regarding religion, and were measured by asking how important are religion and religious beliefs.[39]
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) One of the motives for visiting the Bodhgaya Buddhist site in India, along with quality of service, and the history, architecture, and cultural aspects of religious sites.[40] (2) participants who are Christians have a higher chance of being food secure than their counterparts in other .[41] (3) It is something that the Robin Hood Army (RHA) maintains neutrality towards, focusing on food surplus and waste.[42] (4) Religious beliefs and norms involve current religious practice and world view on environmental protection and conservation, including faith-based engagement activities.[43] (5) Religious beliefs are systems of faith and worship that can influence building styles, material choices, and the layout of spaces in traditional architecture.[44]
From: African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine
(1) These beliefs arguably predicate indigenous healthcare practices, with faith healing referring to practices of healers from non-indigenous religions.[45] (2) These are the tenets and practices of a person's faith, which can influence their views on contraception and its acceptance or rejection.[46] (3) These are beliefs that can affect food choices, and the study mentioned how they might influence dietary intake and practices.[47] (4) These beliefs are a part of spiritual care, but a contemporary perspective views spiritual care as a part of the human psyche and a part of human care.[48] (5) This refers to the concerns about potentially transgressing these beliefs by using EC, which were another reason for not using emergency contraception.[49]
From: Journal of Public Health in Africa
(1) The convictions and practices related to faith, which can influence health decisions and behaviors, including vaccination acceptance, as seen through the role of religious leaders.[50] (2) The provided text indicates that religious beliefs have a significant influence on health-seeking behaviors, and it specifically mentions how religious beliefs have affected people's decisions about the COVID-19 vaccine.[51] (3) These are the strongly held beliefs related to religious practices, which can be a major obstacle to adherence to global ASRH guidelines.[52] (4) The conviction in and adherence to religious tenets, which significantly influence the acceptance or rejection of the COVID-19 vaccine among individuals, especially Pentecostal believers.[53] (5) This was a factor that was considered when evaluating the National Health Insurance Scheme, according to the table.[54]
From: South African Family Practice
(1) These are the doctrines that are shared amongst the people in society, that influence the use of contraception, which are acknowledged by both men and women.[55] (2) One person's cannot trump another’s or lack thereof, as South Africa is a secular state with a variety of diverse religions that are constitutionally protected, according to the provided text.[56] (3) Faith-based convictions that can influence a patient's decisions, such as a Jehovah's Witness's refusal of blood transfusions, which doctors must consider.[57] (4) Religious beliefs are one factor that can influence the attitudes and practices of healthcare professionals regarding TOP services, sometimes leading to conflict with their professional obligations.[58] (5) Doctors are not compelled to participate in TOP services because of these, but are compelled to refer women to doctors who do participate.[59]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) These are beliefs related to religion, and the text suggests that they may influence stress and should be further investigated.[60] (2) Religious belief played a relatively large role in the study, with parents using faith as a coping strategy to improve resilience.[61] (3) This phrase, along with cultural taboos and living close to or with families, may account for abstinence in the study population.[62] (4) A viewpoint included in the alternative health warning messages, specifically the notion that smoking is forbidden (haram) in Islam.[63] (5) Faith-based principles that may affect the willingness of individuals to consent to organ donation, with views varying among different religious communities.[64]
From: South African Journal of HIV Medicine
(1) These are closely associated with the circumcision meme and may be linked to other social practices correlated with HIV risk, such as polygamy and early marriage of girls.[65] (2) These are faith-based convictions that can influence various aspects of life, including attitudes toward HIV stigma, disclosure, and treatment, as observed in Tanzania.[66] (3) The faith-based convictions that some healthcare workers cited as a reason for their judgemental attitudes and lack of acceptance of behaviours such as sex work and same-sex partnerships, as mentioned in the text.[67]
From: South African Journal of Physiotherapy
(1) These are the faiths and belief systems that are part of the cultural context, and these faiths and belief systems influence attitudes, and they are mentioned in the context of the elderly.[68]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) The text refers to religious beliefs from a social cognitive perspective, noting their functions and impact on coping and psychotherapy.[69]
From: South African Journal of Psychiatry
(1) This is a system of faith and values held by individuals, which can provide comfort and support, and influence a person's views on suicide.[70] (2) Religious beliefs are discussed in relation to culture, religion, and psychiatry, and care must be taken not to elevate the status of one religious/healing group above others.[71] (3) These are the spiritual or religious affiliations of individuals, which are considered in the study as a demographic factor.[72] (4) These are the convictions and practices associated with a particular religion, which significantly affect an individual's understanding of their condition.[73] (5) Religious beliefs have a significant influence on the approach to addressing mental illness, especially among African Christian and Muslim communities, where they are often considered to have a spiritual origin over an organic cause.[74]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) This was found to be a very rare reason for vaccine hesitancy or refusal among the elderly population.[75]
Classical concept of 'Religious belief'
From: The Gods of the Egyptians Vol 1
(1) Represented ancient and indigenous views, carefully observed and cultivated from the earliest to the latest times.[76] (2) The fundamental religious beliefs of the Egyptians are of Egyptian origin, dating from predynastic times, with no connection to the Semites or Aryans of history, as the text explains.[77] (3) In the earliest times the primitive dwellers in Egypt were savages, and lived and died like savages; religious belief of any kind, in the modern sense of the term, they had none.[78]
From: The Literature of the Ancient Egyptians
(1) The Book of the Dead as a whole is a work that reflects all the religious beliefs of the Egyptians from the time when they were half savages to the period of the final downfall of their power.[79] (2) Religious beliefs in the efficacy of sacrifices and offerings was an essential of the Egyptian religion.[80]
From: Egyptian Magic
(1) The text discusses the religious beliefs of the Egyptians, which included reverence for animals, a complex relationship with their gods, and a belief in immortality and the afterlife.[81] (2) Convictions and faiths concerning the divine or spiritual, impacting the design and purpose of amulets throughout history.[82]
From: The Egyptian Heaven and Hell
(1) The BOOK OF GATES embodied many of the most ancient Egyptian of these and traditions is evident.[83] (2) Religious beliefs shaped the descriptions of the Other World, influencing how Egyptians prepared for and perceived the afterlife.[84]
From: Ancient Egypt the Light of the World
(1) If primitive men were the victims of a delusion which has been continued for thousands of years in defiance of all experience and observation, what guidance or trust could there be in evolution; or how are we to distinguish between the false product and the true if man dreamed the ghost into being when there was no ghost, if he has been so far the victim of his own Frankenstein as to found the whole body of his religious beliefs and customs on that which never existed?[85]
From: Legends Of The Gods
(1) The people of Oxyrhynchus and Syene, as well as the priests, show different behaviors concerning the consumption of fish due to their own religious beliefs, according to the text.[86]
From: Development of Religion and Thought in Ancient Egypt
(1) This alongside social axiom, became formally announced royal policy, that before the bar of justice the great and powerful must expect the same treatment.[87]
From: The Liturgy of Funerary Offerings
(1) The text alludes to practices involving deities, offerings, and a journey, indicating a system of faith and worship.[88] (2) Religious beliefs are reflected in the ceremony with the mentions of Osiris Unas and the Eye of Horus, and is deeply rooted in ancient Egyptian traditions.[89] (3) The convictions held by a specific civilization, which included the concepts of resurrection and immortality, influencing funerary practices.[90]