Worship and rituals as social integration factors: Islamic religion example

Rituals, which are an indispensable element of socio-cultural life, have been expressed with anthropology over time, although they are primarily in the field of interest of their behavior. The importance of rituals and social elements in social interaction networks have continued to increase day by day. At its most basic, rituals, individuals or some values of external factors are characterized as symbolic and unchanging behavioral at appropriate times. Rituals for different settlements at the beginning and for the purpose of being built are an important component of social integration. Rituals, due to their comprehensive nature, ensure humanity to be held together, provide in-group solidarity and strengthen the consciousness of the group community. One of the problems faced by societal societies is social integration. In this context, today, as in every period in the historical process, religion directs societies and plays an active role in change policies. Religion is basically an important component of social life. The function of religion, which is an element of social integration, will be tried to be explained through Islamic religious worship and rituals.