Sociologists Define Religion As

Sociologists define religion as:

A) a cultural system of commonly shared beliefs and rituals that provides a sense of meaning and purpose by creating an idea of reality that is sacred, all-encompassing, and supernatural.
B) a social system in which the state interacts with clergy and creates a merger between mythology and law.
C) an institution defined by a common mythology and an expectation of faith in one or more deities.
D) a deeply ingrained connection with the divine.