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anything that people see as mysterious, awe-inspiring, extraordinary and powerful, holy, and not part of the natural world
sacred
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an acceptance of a sytem that prevents people from protesting oppression
false consciousness
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a religious group that is devoted to beliefs and practices that are outside of those accepted in mainstream society
cult
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a large established religious group that has strong ties to mainstream society
church
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a social institution that involves shared beliefs, values, and practices based ont he supernatural and unites believers into a community
religion
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a subgroup within a religion that shares its name and traditions and is generally on good terms with the main group
denomination
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a belief that hard work, diligence, self-denial, frugality, and economic success will lead to salvation in the afterlife
protestant ethic
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the ways people demonstrate their religious beliefs
religiosity
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