Question

Describe the difference between magic science and religion

Answer 1

Explaining the relationship of religion, science and magic some anthropologists have presented functional theories. Of these the theories of Malinowski and Radcliffe Brown are worth mentioning.

According to Malinowski religion performs many important functions in economic field among tribes. For example, one finds the fishing trade among Trobriand islanders. Most of the magical and religious activities among them are connected with this.

Their scientists are efficient in manufacturing arms, instruments and boats but there are ebbs and tides on the sea and their fear leads to the need of religion to maintain the mental balance.

Answer 2

Magic science and religion