The highly organized, bureaucratic form of religious organization that accommodates itself to the larger society

A religious organization, in contrast to a church, that tends to be dogmatic, fundamentalistic, and in opposition to "the world"

The set of religious beliefs, rituals, and symbols outside the church that legitimates the status quo

The social institution that encompasses beliefs and practices regarding the sacred

That which inspires awe because of its supernatural qualities

A new religion with practices and teachings at odds with the dominant culture and religion

Whoever hold the position, possesses charisma

The process by which an organization attempts to transmit the special attributes of the former leader to a new one. This is done by various means; for example, "laying on of hands" or the old leader choosing a successor

The religious legitimation for a situation that might otherwise cause guilt or anger (such as defeat in a war or the existence of poverty amidst affluence)