Section 2
Types of Religions
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Magic and Supernaturalism
Supernaturalism refers to any belief system with supernatural forces, such as magic, and, in general, is prevalent in all societies.
Animism
Animism is the belief that non-human entities are spiritual beings, either intrinsically or because spirits inhabit them.
Theism and Monotheism
Theism refers to any belief system that incorporates a deity.
The Sacred and the Profane
Emile Durkheim posited the sacred–profane dichotomy as central to all religion, but critics suggest this theory is too eurocentric.