Answered: Why do we continue traditions?

Social Psychology (10th Edition)

10th Edition

ISBN:9780134641287

Author:Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert, Samuel R. Sommers

Publisher:Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert, Samuel R. Sommers

Chapter1: Introducing Social Psychology

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Why do we continue traditions?

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Introduction

Traditions refer to the customs, rituals, beliefs, ideologies, philosophies, norms, mores, etc., that have been passed down from generation to generation, implying the way of life in the past.

Explanation

The reasons that tradition persists in because of the following:

Traditions are an objectified social reality that is transcending in nature. Therefore, their existence is not limited by time and space as they surpass both.
Traditions persist as they remind and informs people of the past and history of society.
Traditions persist as it highlights social cohesion, collective rationality, integrity, solidarity, morality, and ethics.
Compared to modern society, tradition reinforces the value-rooted lifestyle, and religion secures a sacred place in traditional society.