religion: Meaning and Definition of

re•li•gion

1. a set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of the universe, esp. when considered as the creation of a superhuman agency or agencies, usually involving devotional and ritual observances, and often containing a moral code governing the conduct of human affairs.
2. a specific fundamental set of beliefs and practices generally agreed upon by a number of persons or sects: the Christian religion; the Buddhist religion.
3. the body of persons adhering to a particular set of beliefs and practices: a world council of religions.
4. the life or state of a monk, nun, etc.: to enter religion.
5. the practice of religious beliefs; ritual observance of faith.
6. something one believes in and follows devotedly; a point or matter of ethics or conscience: to make a religion of fighting prejudice.
7. religious rites.
8. strict faithfulness; devotion: a religion to one's vow.
9. The company got religion and stopped making dangerous products.
1. to acquire a deep conviction of the validity of religious beliefs and practices.
2. to resolve to mend one's errant ways:The company got religion and stopped making dangerous products.