Religious Idenitidy
What term best describes how individuals identify with their religion and beliefs.
religious identity.
What are two ways athletes may express their religious identity?
Prayer, public statements, gestures, clothing, tattoos.
In Ancient Greece, sports were closely related to ___.
Religious ceremonies and honoring gods.
Should athletes be required to participate in team religious activities?
No, athletes should be free to choose.
What three things can sport and religion create?
community, identity, belonging.
What term is used when they have adjusted rules to allow religious practices?
What religious activities may an athlete participate in before a sporting event?
Prayer, ritual.
What did Muschular Christianity reinforce?
Traditional Masculinity.
What constitutional amendment addresses religious freedom in the U.S.
The First.
What term is used when describing a spiritual guidance and support to athletes and coaches.
Sport Chaplaincy.
What term best describes the presence of multiple religions and beliefs within society.
religious pluralism.
What three aspects of an athlete can religion influence?
Values, Motivation, Behavior.
In Ancient Greece, what was the reason behind connecting athletic competitions with religious ceremonies?
To honor the gods.
What prevents government establishment or endorsement of religion?
Establishment Clause of First Amendment.
Name two conflicts between sport and religion.
policies, religious clothing, cultural expectations, holidays
What term refers to organized religious groups and structures?
Institutional religion.
What are two examples of religious expression that may conflict with some sporting policies?
Religious clothing, religious holidays
What are two characteristics associated with Muscular Christianity?
Traditional masculinity, physical strength, discipline.
What type of educational institution needs to consider Free exercise of religion and establishment?
Public schools.
What are three ways athletes can express religious beliefs through sport?
prayers, rituals, symbols.
What term best describes unequal treatment based on religious beliefs?
Religious Discrimination.
Are all forms of religious expression accepted equally?
No, some forms of religious expressions are accepted more easily than others
How did Ancient Greek sport and Muscular Christianity connect sport to religion?
Ancient Greek sports honored gods through ceremonies; Muscular Christianity associated athletic strength with Christian values.
What can be an example of religious activity involving coaches that is controversial?
Coach-led prayer.
What are the four main areas when talking about religion in sport?
History, religious identity and expression, sports versus religion, and the First Amendment.