The Role of Rituals in Modern Religious Communities: A Comparative Study

1. Introduction 1.1 Background of the Study 1.2 Research Question and Objectives 1.3 Significance of the Study 1.4 Structure of the Thesis 2. Literature Review 2.1 Definitions of Rituals 2.2 Historical Context of Rituals 2.3 Previous Research on Religious Rituals 2.4 Rituals in Modern Society 3. Methodology 3.1 Research Design and Approach 3.2 Selection of Case Studies 3.3 Data Collection Methods 3.4 Data Analysis Techniques 4. Rituals in Christianity 4.1 Traditional Sacraments and Practices 4.2 Contemporary Worship and Rituals 4.3 Community and Identity Formation 5. Rituals in Islam 5.1 Five Pillars of Islam 5.2 Islamic Festivals and Rituals 5.3 Social Cohesion through Rituals 6. Rituals in Hinduism 6.1 Puja and Daily Rituals 6.2 Festivals and Symbolic Practices 6.3 Impact on Community Dynamics 7. Comparative Analysis 7.1 Common Elements Across Religions 7.2 Differences in Ritual Practices 7.3 Influence of Culture on Rituals 8. Conclusion 8.1 Summary of Key Findings 8.2 Implications for Religious Communities 8.3 Recommendations for Further Research