Emile Durkheim in made a distinction between sacred and profane He put religion under ........

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Emile Durkheim in made a distinction between sacred and profane. He put religion under :

Only sacred

Only profane

In between sacred and profane

A Third category

- Option 1: Only sacred

- Durkheim argued that religion essentially deals with the sacred. The sacred includes things set apart, forbidden, and inspiring awe or reverence.

- Option 2: Only profane

- Profane refers to ordinary, everyday things. These do not possess the special status of the sacred, which is essential for religious distinction.

- Option 3: In between sacred and profane

- This is not applicable in Durkheim's view. He clearly distinguishes these as separate categories with no overlap.

- Option 4: A Third category

- Durkheim did not propose a third category beyond sacred and profane in his analysis of religion.

Correct Answer: Option 1: Only sacred

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