The spiritual sphere of the life of society plays an importantrole in its development. First of all, it is able to form the values, views, stereotypes and even the outlook of many people, which significantly affects the character of society: whether it will be pragmatic, cynical, merciful, cruel, in short, what spiritual orientations will reign in it depends on this area of life of society.
If people see as examplescruel or indifferent behavior, naturally, they will take over it. This is one of the main functions of religion and directions in art - educational.
What is the spiritual realm
First of all, it should be noted that spiritualityis understood by sociology and culturology as a unifying principle in a society that is represented by traditions and moral values reflected in religious teachings and images of art. If it is viewed from an individual position, then spirituality is identified with a conscience that is strengthened through preaching and ideological and educational work.
Thus, the spiritual sphere is those areas in which thewhich people interacting, acquire moral values and improve their perception and attitude to the world. The most common of its "representatives" are educational institutions, theaters, philharmonic societies, religious buildings.
Spiritual Sphere: Species
This sphere can be divided into three broad areas, which differ not only in the objects themselves, but also in the methods by which society is enriched with spiritual values and knowledge.
Scientific spiritual sphere. Here, scientific knowledge allows us to determine the laws of the world. For this area, abstract-logical forms of concepts are characteristic, with the help of which information is presented and comprehended.
Science performs several important functions:
For this area of the spiritual sphere, systematic and logical are characteristic; The main criterion that distinguishes it from other areas is objectivity.
Religious spiritual sphere. This form of worldview was shaped byfor a long period, so it is classified as historical. Religion can be seen as a bridge between the material and spiritual: on the one hand, it has a number of principles and traditions, and on the other hand, characteristic material attributes: symbols, shaped buildings, clothing clothing, etc. When social justice lacks, religion harmonizes him. With the help of religion, a social outlook is formed that is aimed at creating, not destroying: the instructions to raise children, to be kind and honest, advice on mutual assistance is characteristic of almost all religions and is useful for any society.
Religion as a social institution performs such functions:
At present, religions need more public support than ever: with the development of science, people's faith is lost, and the influence of religion on their actions is diminishing.
Art as a spiritual sphere. Here the main way of conveying the meaning isArtistic images expressed in verbal or pictorial form. Creations are created by professionals - artists, sculptors, writers, and they are able to give form aesthetic appearance.
Art performs a number of functions:
Art as a part of the spiritual sphere hassocial content: so, during the crisis periods, his dehumanization took place, and, for example, under the totalitarian regime, the transformation of art into a tool of politics was observed.
