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Definition:
The word hymn comes from the Greek humnos, which means a "song of
praise." It is used to refer to any chants or songs which are song for the purpose
of praising god, usually as part of a public religious service. Indeed, hymns have played
very important roles in public religious rituals.
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What is the Philosophy of Religion?
Sometimes confused with theology, the Philosophy of Religion is the philosophical study of religious beliefs, religious doctrines, religious arguments and religious history. The line between theology and the philosophy of religion isn't always sharp, but the primary difference is that theology tends to be apologetical in nature, committed to the defense of particular religious positions, whereas Philosophy of Religion is committed to the investigation of religion itself, rather than the truth of any particular religion.
