Religion can thus be defined as a system of human laws that is founded on a belief in superhuman laws. This involves two distinct criteria: 1. Religion is an entire system of laws, rather than an isolated custom or belief. Knocking on wood for good luck isn’t a religion. Even a belief in reincarnation does not constitute a religion, as long as it does not validate some concrete laws and norms. 2. To be considered a religion, the system of laws must claim to be based on superhuman laws rather than on human decisions. Professional football is not a religion, because despite its many rules, rites
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