The role of language in shaping religious practices and beliefs

Language is the most potent medium of communication, a conduit for expressing cultural ideals and ambitions, and a tool for preserving culture. Language serves as a crucial instrument for the acquisition and preservation of the identity of a specific group or community. This also influences the interplay between language conflict and theological conflict, as well as its exploitation by specific groups. We must employ language constructively to address the socio-cultural, linguistic, religious, and political requirements of the world. The study emphasizes that language and religion must be utilized positively, particularly in Malaysia, a multi-ethnic nation.

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Journal of Religion and Linguistics
Published
2025-03-30
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https://doi.org/10.31763/jorel.v2i1.14
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Historical and Linguistic Studies
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The role of language in shaping religious practices and beliefs

Warid Thabrani Abd Salaam
Journal of Religion and Linguistics
Historical and Linguistic Studies
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The role of language in shaping religious practices and beliefs

Warid Thabrani Abd Salaam
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Abstract

Language is the most potent medium of communication, a conduit for expressing cultural ideals and ambitions, and a tool for preserving culture. Language serves as a crucial instrument for the acquisition and preservation of the identity of a specific group or community. This also influences the interplay between language conflict and theological conflict, as well as its exploitation by specific groups. We must employ language constructively to address the socio-cultural, linguistic, religious, and political requirements of the world. The study emphasizes that language and religion must be utilized positively, particularly in Malaysia, a multi-ethnic nation.

Journal of Religion and LinguisticsVol. 2(1)
National Defence University of Malaysia (MY)
Openalex Percentile: Top 92%
Historical and Linguistic Studies
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