Many have disputed this attitude, arguing that religion is more than just an expression of social realities. Although Durkheim has helped us understand that religion has a social function, it is clear that more is going on. Durkheim uses the example of Australian Totemism as the "elementary form", that is, the original and most basic common denominator of religion...
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Although Durkheim has helped us understand that religion has a social function, it is clear that more is going on. Durkheim uses the example of Australian Totemism as the "elementary form", that is, the original and most basic common denominator of religion. He describes the totem emblem as a symbol both for a society and its sacredness...
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