Elements

of

Religion
1. It serves as a means of social control.
2. It exerts a great influence on personality
development
3. It gives man comfort, strength, and hope in times
of crisis and despair
4. It explains events or situation which are beyond
the comprehension of man.
5. It serves as an instrument of change.
6. It alleviates sufferings from major calamities.
7. It promotes closeness, love, cooperation,
friendliness, and helpfulness.
8. It provides hope for blissful life after death