What is religiosity primarily defined as?

Religiosity is primarily defined as engaging with the doctrines, values, traditions, and community aspects of a formal religious group. This encompasses not just personal beliefs but also how those beliefs are practiced and shared within a collective framework. It involves participation in organized activities, rituals, and the social aspects of being part of a religion, which contribute to identity and community.

While personal beliefs and spirituality are components of religiosity, they do not fully capture the structured and communal nature of being religious as indicated by option B. Similarly, having a deep personal connection with nature or simply believing in a higher power without affiliation can represent aspects of spirituality but do not align with the concept of religiosity that emphasizes formal engagement with established religious institutions and communities. Thus, B provides the most comprehensive understanding of religiosity.