Ninian

Ninian refers to Ninian Smart, a prominent scholar known for his work in religious studies. He introduced the "Seven Dimensions of Religion," which outline the various ways religions are experienced and expressed. These dimensions include doctrines, myths, rituals, moral codes, social organizations, sacred places and objects, and religious experiences. Smart’s framework helps in understanding the complexity of religions by examining multiple interconnected aspects, offering a comprehensive way to study how religions shape and reflect human life and culture.