What Do Sociologists Call Religious Groups That Interpret Their Holy

question 134

Multiple Choice

What do sociologists call religious groups that interpret their holy writings literally, seek to establish a direct, personal relationship with their god or gods, and are quite intolerant of other religious beliefs?

• A) fundamentalists
• B) cultists
• C) ecclesia
• D) denominations

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Definitions:

Selfish

Prioritizing one's own needs or desires over those of others; acting with concern for oneself above others or the common good.

Rational

Pertaining to reasoning or logical thinking, often involving a systematic process of thinking to arrive at a conclusion.

Ego

In psychoanalytic theory, the part of the personality responsible for dealing with reality, balancing the demands of the id and superego.

Impulsive

Acting without forethought or consideration of the consequences, typically driven by immediate desires or emotions.