What defines ethnic religions?

• A. Ethnic religions are made up of homogeneous populations and do not seek converts
• B. Ethnic religions actively seek converts worldwide
• C. Ethnic religions rely on universal scriptures and global missionary networks
• D. Ethnic religions emphasize monotheism with universal outreach

Answer: (A)

Ethnic religions are closely tied to a specific ethnic or cultural group and a particular region; they are mainly practiced by members of that group and do not actively seek to recruit outsiders. This is why the description of being made up of a homogeneous population and not pursuing converts best captures how ethnic religions function.

In contrast, religions that actively seek converts worldwide, rely on universal scriptures and global missionary networks, or emphasize universal outreach describe universalizing religions. They aim to spread beliefs beyond a single group or place, which is the opposite of the ethnic pattern.