Exploring Key Concepts in Religious Studies

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Exploring Key Concepts in Religious Studies

Chapter 2 Questions:

Totem

According to the author, a totem is a living thing or an object like an animal, bird, or plant that a certain group views with a special reference awe, and respect. It can also be said to be a symbol, an expression through material of something. It is an object of worship.

Taboo

Something that is forbidden or should not be done

Polytheism

Believe in more than one Supreme Being. The religion believes in more than one god.

Animism

This is the belief that every nature has life and is filled with spirits that are unseen that may be placated and even worshipped. Followers of…