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The Seven Dimensions of Religion
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How does a religion answer the big questions?
Different elements of religion answer these questions in different ways.
Ninian Smart’s 7 dimensions could be considered the basic elements of religion.◦Experiential◦Mythic◦Doctrinal◦Ethical◦Ritual◦Social◦Material
The 7 dimensions are not exclusive of each other.
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ExperientialReligious experience of
individualsThis is how all religions
begin.Faith is experiential (and a
little doctrinal)Individuals experiencing a
god’s self revelation (theistic religions only)
Mysticism— becoming one with or physically experiencing the divine
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MythicMyth – a story that
tends to answer questions of origins and is a source of sacred truth.
Non-historicalNon-rationalOrigin StoriesPassed down orally
or in written scripture
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Doctrinal
• Doctrine - Element of religious belief• Especially strong in creedal religions (ie.
Christianity)• Doctrines originate in experience and myth.• They help to make sense of experience and
myth.• Doctrines can be used as a litmus test for
adherence to a particular religion.
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EthicalEthics – The study
that determines how we are to act while living in the world.
Includes teachings about right and wrong
Social justice is part of this category
Also includes guidelines for violence (if any).
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Ritual
Ritual – Formal worship and religious practice.
Many re-enact myths or sacred stories.
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SocialCommunal aspect to
religionHuman beings are, by
their nature, communalWe worship in
communitiesShared experiences
fortify religionsOrganizational structureSometimes Hierarchical
structure
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Material
• Physical objects of a religion• Places/implements of worship.• Sacred art• Sacred entities– Natural– Of human construction
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Two Approaches to Studying World Religions
Comparative Methodology◦To know one religion is to know none.◦Compare the different dimensions of religion.◦Look for the common questions all religions are
answering.Approach with Empathy◦Empathy – ability to see things from someone else’s
perspective.◦We must use our imagination.◦Don’t judge the belief try to understand it from the
believer’s view.