Religiones (en. Religions)
/re.liˈxjo.nes/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
System of beliefs followed by a group of people.
The religions of the world vary in their rituals and dogmas.
Las religiones del mundo varían en sus rituales y dogmas.
Set of values and rules that govern the spiritual life of a community.
Each religion has a set of rules that its followers must adhere to.
Cada religión tiene un conjunto de normas que sus fieles deben seguir.
Practices and rituals that generate a sense of community and belonging.
Religions often promote unity among their members.
Las religiones suelen fomentar la unión entre sus miembros.
Etymology
From Latin 'religio', which refers to devotion and cults.
Common Phrases and Expressions
organized religion
Structured religious system with institutions and norms.
religión organizada
freedom of religion
Right of each person to practice the religion of their choice.
libertad de religión
religious conflict
Disagreement or struggle due to differences in religious beliefs.
conflicto religioso
Related Words
culture
Set of knowledge, beliefs, and customs of a group.
cultura
spirituality
Sense of connection to something greater than oneself.
espiritualidad
dogma
Principle or set of principles considered indisputable in a religion.
dogma
Slang Meanings
Believes in something without evidence.
That guy has very strange religions that no one understands.
Ese tipo tiene religiones muy raras que nadie entiende.
Intense faith in something.
His passion for soccer is his religion.
Su pasión por el fútbol es su religión.