THE INFLUENCE OF RELIGIOUS SUBORDINATION ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF PERSONAL IDENTITY

Abstract

This study analyzes the influence of religious subordination, especially in neo-Pentecostal and Pentecostal contexts, on the formation of personal identity and autonomy of the faithful. Using an interdisciplinary approach that combines psychological, sociological, and cultural perspectives, power dynamics between religious leaders and followers, the mechanisms of social control, and the emotional and behavioral impacts of this relationship are examined. The research identifies benefits, such as emotional support and a sense of belonging, and challenges, such as the loss of individual autonomy and the perpetuation of social inequalities.