A(n) __________ is a religious organization that is so integrated into the dominant culture that it claims as its membership all members of a society.
Membership occurs as a result of being born into the society,rather than by any conscious decision on the part of individual members.

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An ecclesia is a type of religious organization that is recognized as the state religion and is closely integrated into the dominant culture. Membership in an ecclesia is automatic and occurs as a result of being born into the society, rather than by any conscious decision on the part of individual members. This is opposed to a church, which is a religious organization that may or may not be closely integrated into the dominant culture, and membership is usually voluntary. Sects and denominations are also voluntary and tend to be smaller and more exclusive than churches or ecclesias.

A(n) __________ Is a Religious Organization That Is So Integrated