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DURKHEIM

Choose 1 of the essays below:

1.  Problems with Organic Societies – Anomie and Beyond… (Approximately 2-3 typed pages, double spaced, normal font 10-12) 

Read the article linked below — Using Durkheim’s ideas (at least three concepts) answer the question, “How do we act together as social-change-makers to construct a shared conception of the sacred that will bind us together for the common good, without falling prey to the potential for exclusion, stigma and violence that can be part of the creation of the sacred itself?” Give concrete ideas and examples in your answer- feel free to be as hopeful or cynical as you wish.   https://theconversation.com/pioneering-sociologist-foresaw-our-current-chaos-100-years-ago-105018

3. According to Durkheim, what is and isn’t religion? What is its purpose/function for society and individuals? Can sport really be considered a functionally equivalent religion? If so, elaborate by picking a sport to illustrate the elements of religion and how it functions as a religion for fans and its importance for society/culture. Be sure to give concrete examples and to use specific concepts from Durkheim’s theory of religion in your essay (at least four). 

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