This sort of study presupposes religious commitment and promotes an understanding that will lead to greater commitment. ... The academic study of religion is different from the insider's study. In the academic study, the person stands outside all religious traditions and studies religions from the viewpoint of the methods and standards associated with the secular academy. ... The expectations and rules for proper conduct that guides the behavior of religious group members are norms. ...

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