“Religion is not just a set of beliefs; it is a cultural system. Anthropologist Clifford Geertz defines religion as a system of symbols that establishes powerful, pervasive, and long-lasting moods and motivations within individuals. These symbols and the meanings attached to them are passed down through generations, creating a continuity of belief and practice within families and communities.”

Biscuits and Religion

As important as we make religion, our desire for it is as much a product of our upbringing as our craving for family biscuits. Just as the smell of those biscuits baking in the oven brings back memories of home, warmth, and comfort, religion often evokes a similar sense of belonging and continuity. It’s something that’s been passed down through generations, intertwined with our identity in ways that we might not fully recognize.

— Read on pathwaystoreligiousdeconstruction.com/blog/f/why-your-religious-practice-may-not-be-a-choice