Which of the following statements is NOT one that reflects Durkheim's thoughts about religion?
A) Sacred objects have power and meaning because individuals collectively invest the power and meaning in the symbols.
B) Because of tension between different religious groups in pluralistic societies, religion undermines social unity.
C) When people conform to the rules of their religion, they are conforming to the moral authority of their society.
D) We need to look at the functions that religion serves in order to understand how religion develops.

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Durkheim believed that religion serves as a unifying force in society, so he would not argue that religion undermines social unity.

Which of the Following Statements Is NOT One That Reflects