Religiousness: meaning, definitions and examples

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religiousness

[rɪˈlɪʤəsnəs ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Noun}

The quality or state of being religious; strong religious devotion or belief.

Word	Description / Examples
religiousness	Used again to describe the general characteristic of being religious, including all aspects of religious life and expression. Intense religiousness can sometimes lead to profound changes in a person's lifestyle and worldview
piety	Connotes a sense of reverence and dutiful devotion towards religion or religious practices, and can sometimes be perceived with an air of righteousness. His piety was well-known, as he followed religious doctrines strictly and participated in all religious ceremonies
devotion	Often refers to deep love, loyalty, or dedication, usually towards a deity, cause, or person. It can also imply personal and emotional commitment. His devotion to his faith was inspiring, as he spent hours in meditation and service
faithfulness	Typically used to convey trustworthiness or loyalty, and is often associated with relationships, whether human or divine. Her faithfulness to her family and her belief system never wavered, even in hard times

The word derives from the Latin 'religio', meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie back', reflecting how beliefs can connect individuals to a higher power.
In the English language, the term 'religiousness' emerged in the 19th century to describe a state of being deeply committed to religious practices.

Research suggests that individuals who exhibit strong religiousness often have lower levels of anxiety and depression due to their community support and belief systems.
Religiousness can influence moral decision-making, providing a framework for distinguishing right from wrong.

Different cultures express religiousness in a variety of ways, from structured rituals to personal spiritual practices, showing the diversity of human beliefs.
In many societies, religiousness plays a critical role in shaping community values and laws, influencing everything from family life to education.

Many classic literary works explore themes of religiousness, such as Dostoevsky's 'Crime and Punishment', which delves into guilt and redemption through a theological lens.
Poets like John Milton and William Blake infused their writings with spiritual themes, highlighting the tension and harmony between faith and personal experience.

Studies in neuroscience have shown that engaging in religious practices can trigger brain areas associated with reward and pleasure, making faith an integral part of human experience.
Behavioral sciences have found correlations between higher levels of religiousness and volunteerism or altruistic behavior, suggesting a link between faith and helping others.

Translations of the word "religiousness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 religiosidade

🇮🇳 धार्मिकता

🇩🇪 Religiosität

🇮🇩 religiusitas

🇺🇦 релігійність

🇵🇱 religijność

🇯🇵 宗教性 (しゅうきょうせい)

🇫🇷 religiosité

🇪🇸 religiosidad

🇹🇷 dindarlık

🇰🇷 종교성 (jonggyoseong)

🇸🇦 تدين

🇨🇿 nábožnost

🇸🇰 nábožnosť

🇨🇳 宗教性 (zōngjiào xìng)

🇸🇮 religioznost

🇮🇸 trúarlegur

🇰🇿 діндарлық

🇬🇪 რელიგიურობა

🇦🇿 dindarlıq

🇲🇽 religiosidad