# Religion-based social structure: the symbiotic relationship between loyalty and status In this kind of social structure with religion as the core, the identity, status and happiness of individuals are completely embedded in the framework of religious organizations. ## Social class and organizational structure ***Religious elite**: Composed of senior clergy, they not only interpret oracles, but also determine doctrines and laws, and hold the highest authority in society. ***Clergy class**: Responsible for daily rituals, doctrine dissemination and believer management, divided into different levels according to their degree of contribution and loyalty ***Class of devout believers**: Ordinary people are divided into different levels according to their contribution and loyalty to religious organizations, and enjoy corresponding social benefits and respect ***Marginalized groups**: Those who contribute less or have insufficient loyalty are marginalized and face various restrictions ## Social operation mechanism *Contribution evaluation system**: Regularly conduct a comprehensive assessment of each person's religious contributions, frequency of participation in religious activities, and level of religious knowledge mastery ***Loyalty test**: Test personal loyalty to religious teachings through various rituals, oaths and practical activities ***Public commendation and punishment**: Those who have made outstanding contributions are publicly recognized at religious gatherings, and those who are not responsible are punished at the same time. ***Social mobility channel**: Individuals can improve their social status by increasing contributions and proving loyalty ## Religious penetration of personal life ***Daily life**: From living, eating to social activities, all revolve around religious norms ***Education system**: Completely centered on religious teachings, vocational training also serves the needs of religious organizations ***Marriage and family**: Marriage is controlled by religious organizations, and the status of the family depends on the overall contribution to religion. ***Spiritual satisfaction**: Personal happiness mainly comes from religious identity and community belonging Such a society may not only bring strong cohesion and common goals, but also lead to ideological rigidity and social inequality. Personal freedom and innovative ideas are often restricted in such societies, and concentration of power can also lead to corruption and abuse.