Values and Beliefs

Definition Animism is the belief that non-human entities such as animals, plants, objects, or nat...

Definition A collectivistic culture is one where the well-being of the group or community is prio...

Definition Cultural humility is an ongoing process of self-reflection and a willingness to learn ...

Definition Cultural relativism is the idea that a culture's beliefs, practices, and values should...

Definition Ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own culture or ethnic group is superior to othe...

Definition An individualistic culture is a type of societal structure where individuals prioritiz...

Definition In sociology, magic refers to a set of practices and beliefs that involve the use of s...

Definition Monotheism is the belief in the existence of one supreme being or deity who is conside...

Definition Polytheism is the belief in or worship of multiple deities, often with distinct person...

Definition In sociology, religion is defined as a set of beliefs, practices, rituals, and shared ...

Definition Supernaturalism refers to the belief in forces, entities, or phenomena that are not ex...

Definition Theism is a belief in the existence of one or more deities who are considered to be su...

Definition The Universal Church refers to the idea of a global community that includes all member...