Lesson 37 of 84 · Society and Change
⭐ 30 XP🤝 People CircleReligion and Society
Religion significantly influences society by shaping moral values, cultural practices, and social norms.
🎯 Your mission
Notice what's the same. Celebrate what's different.
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Then & Now
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Religion significantly influences society by shaping moral values, cultural practices, and social norms. Various religions, including Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, and Buddhism, offer different perspectives on life, ethics, and the human experience. Religious institutions often provide community support and a sense of belonging, while also influencing laws and societal expectations. By examining the role of religion in society, students can better understand the complexity of human interactions and the diversity of beliefs that coexist in the world.
Key Facts
Religion shapes moral values and cultural practices in society.
Major religions include Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, and Buddhism.
Religious institutions provide community support and influence societal expectations.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What is one role of religion in society?
Why this still matters
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Stretch Challenge
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“Tell me about a tradition in our family — and where you think it came from.”
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