The Term "Orthopathos," as Used in Our Reading, Is Meant

question 17

Multiple Choice

The term "orthopathos," as used in our reading, is meant to suggest that religious experiences

• A) are often self-deceptive or the result of drug use and are therefore "pathetic."
• B) are meant to lead us down a prescribed "path" of proper behavior.
• C) like doctrines and practices, must fit with common descriptions of a specific religion.
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Social Norms

The unwritten rules that govern the behavior of individuals within a society, guiding what is considered acceptable or unacceptable.

Conform

The act of adjusting one’s behavior or thinking to match those of others or to meet societal standards.

Yield

The income return on an investment, such as the interest or dividends received, expressed as an annual percentage rate based on the investment's cost, its current market value, or its face value.

Foot-In-The-Door

A persuasion technique involving getting a person to agree to a small request to increase the likelihood of agreeing to a larger request later.