Some scholars contend that secularization has merely resulted in changes in the nature of religion, not in decline.Reflecting back on the distinction between various definitions of religion, which definition would be most likely to conclude that religion will change in nature, but that this change does not mean decline?

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Functional definitions focus on the role or function that religion plays in society, rather than its beliefs or practices. This perspective allows for the understanding that as societies change, the functions of religion may also change, adapting to new contexts without necessarily declining in importance or influence.

Some Scholars Contend That Secularization Has Merely Resulted in Changes