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    This document discusses Durkheim's sociological theory from the macro to micro level. It explains that Durkheim viewed society as greater than the sum of individuals, and that religion represents a collective identity that is reinforced through periodic congregations that generate a sense of collective effervescence. It also discusses how morality exists in everyday social interactions and rituals, and how power is enacted through frontstage performances and backstage comfort.

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    This document discusses Durkheim's sociological theory from the macro to micro level. It explains that Durkheim viewed society as greater than the sum of individuals, and that religion represents a collective identity that is reinforced through periodic congregations that generate a sense of collective effervescence. It also discusses how morality exists in everyday social interactions and rituals, and how power is enacted through frontstage performances and backstage comfort.

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    This document discusses Durkheim's sociological theory from the macro to micro level. It explains that Durkheim viewed society as greater than the sum of individuals, and that religion represents a collective identity that is reinforced through periodic congregations that generate a sense of collective effervescence. It also discusses how morality exists in everyday social interactions and rituals, and how power is enacted through frontstage performances and backstage comfort.

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    Durkheimian Theory: from macro to micro

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    precontractual basis of social solidarity

    Division of Labor.

    Complex society cannot exist without preexisting social solidarity Durkheims basic point: society cant be reduced the individual.

    Durkheim on Religion

    Religion is a collective representation of society. A way for understanding its power. When held in common it constitutes a collective identity.

    Collective effervescence
    Tribal corroboree UGA football game Neighborhood block party Thanksgiving day Church service

    Periodic congregation >> sense of collective identity and belonging.

    Morality in everyday life

    Not just in moments of collective effervescence but everyday life. Shame / Outrage / Road rage

    Everyday rituals
    Commerce Cookout Dinner with boyfriend/girlfriends parents? Handshake

    Power and rituals


    Frontstage: the place for conscious performance Backstage: the place being yourself.

    Restricted code: vocabulary of particular people and things, local vocabulary Elaborated code: abstractions not dependent on context.

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