Evaluation of functionalism (religion) 0.0 / 5 ? SociologyReligion and beliefsA2/A-levelAQA Created by: Emily UffindellCreated on: 31-03-15 14:31 What 2 things to all functionalists studies emphasise in their theories of religion? 1. The social nature of religion 2. The positive functions that religion performs. 1 of 6 However, they also neglect the negative aspects of religion. Such as: Religion as a source of oppression of the poor or women. 2 of 6 In complex, modern societies, functionalism ignores religious as... ...a source of division and conflict. 3 of 6 For example: In northern ireland 4 of 6 It is hard to see how religion can unite people and promote integration where there is religious... ...pluralism. 5 of 6 Although Bellah's idea of civil religion overcomes this problem to some extent... ...it is a functional alternative and cannot substantively count as a religion. 6 of 6
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