1. Definition of RELIGION
Latin…..”ligare” (ligament):
to tie, fasten or bind (re-ligare…religion)
A set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature and purpose of the universe.
Usually involving devotional and ritual observances.
Often containing a moral code for the conduct of human affairs.

2. “Working” definition….
A Response to Mystery
(Not answers to questions)
Creation: Where do we come from? How does it all work?
Death & After life: What happens to me?
Meaning & Purpose: What is a good life? Why am I here? Issues of right and wrong (morality).
Suffering: Why is there pain, death, war, disease?