Keith was required to write an analysis of religion using the perspective of Émile Durkheim.Which statement would Keith include in his paper?
A) Everything in creation is sacred.
B) Religion is the opiate of the people.
C) Religion is grounded in the ideology of capitalism.
D) The texts of various religions have holy status since they have been designated as sacred.

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According to Durkheim, religion is not based on belief in gods or supernatural beings, but on the distinction between the sacred and the profane. The texts, symbols, and rituals of religion have been designated as sacred by the community and serve as a way to reinforce social solidarity and collective values.

Keith Was Required to Write an Analysis of Religion Using