The Symbolic-Interactionist Perspective on Religion

Religious symbolism is the use of acts, artwork, and events to create a mythos expressing the teachings of the religion.

A ritual is a set of actions performed mainly for their symbolic value, that may be prescribed by the traditions of a community.

Religious belief is a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny.

A religious experience is usually an uncommon occurrence in which an individual encounters what he or she considers to be the divine.