Religious Stage

The Religious Stage is a concept from education theorist Lawrence Kohlberg’s moral development model, referring to a phase where individuals base their moral decisions on religious beliefs, teachings, and authority. At this stage, morality is often guided by a sense of divine commandments, religious rules, or community expectations rooted in faith. People in this stage prioritize obedience and adherence to religious standards, often viewing moral right and wrong through the lens of their religious doctrines. It reflects how faith influences ethical reasoning, providing a structured framework for understanding morality rooted in religious tradition.