How does sociological theory understand the role of religion in society?


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How does sociological theory understand the role of religion in society?


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How does sociological theory understand the role of religion in society?  What does Durkheim say about the way in which religion functions in our lives?  What about Weber and the Protestant work ethic?  And what about Marx?  How does he understand the connection between religion and power?

Do some research on each of these classic sociological ways of approaching religion.  Present each argument and then discuss your thoughts on each.