Abstract

The main purpose of this article is to conduct an initial analysis of the meaning of the word "confession". The importance of this issue is related to the correct application of the word "confession" in the definition of scientific phenomena. In most cases, when we study relations in the sphere of religion in Kazakh society, under the boundary of "interfaith dialogue" and "confessional identity", we have the risk of confusing the phenomenon behind it with another. In this regard, this study will be aimed at defining the concept of the word "confession". Within the framework of content analysis of the theoretical foundations of the term confession, the study is carried out in the context of the corresponding article, examining its various aspects of manifestation. The conceptual features of the phenomena of religion, religiosity, confession, and denomination are presented in the research. The characteristics of religious identity and religious association within the essence of confession are analyzed within the main research framework of this article. The theoretical foundation of the article has been developed at an interdisciplinary level. The term “confession” is analyzed from religious studies, sociological, cultural, and philosophical perspectives. Based on content analysis and comparative analysis, the theological and philosophical dimensions of the concept of confession are discussed.
The research conducted within the scope of this article contributes to defining the conceptual framework in social science studies related to the notions of confession, religion, religiosity, and denomination.