Sacred and profane

The concepts of sacred and profane come from sociology and religion. "Sacred" refers to things, places, or times that are considered special, divine, or holy, inspiring reverence and often related to religious beliefs. "Profane," on the other hand, involves ordinary, everyday aspects of life that lack spiritual significance. These distinctions help explain how societies organize their understanding of the spiritual versus the mundane. For example, a church is sacred, while daily chores are profane. Recognizing these categories helps us understand how cultures differentiate between the spiritual and the secular.