Asked by Casey Hulme on Jul 13, 2024

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A religious group found two items in a basement. One was a book of "rules to live by," which they put in their prayer room and read from at meetings. The other item was a picture of a past member, which they threw out. According to Durkheim, how did they categorize the picture?

A) antiquated
B) sacred
C) profane
D) outdated

Rules to Live By

A set of principles or guidelines that individuals create or adopt to structure and give meaning to their lives, often reflecting personal beliefs and values.

Prayer Room

A designated space intended for individuals to engage in prayer and meditation, often found in public buildings, institutions, and places of worship.

Profane

Something that is not sacred or religious; often referring to secular or worldly matters.

  • Familiarize oneself with core sociological lexicon and its deployment in the exploration of religious studies.
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Sanjana RahmanJul 14, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
According to Durkheim, objects or concepts that are considered ordinary, mundane, or without spiritual significance are categorized as profane. The religious group's decision to throw out the picture indicates they viewed it as lacking in sacred value, thus categorizing it as profane.