Most classic sociologists rejected religion, instead relied on the scientific rationalism offered by more secular styles of thinking.

Scientific Rationalism

reflects the belief in science and empirical evidence as the primary means of understanding the world, emphasizing logic and reason over superstition or tradition.

Classic Sociologists

Classic sociologists refer to the founders and early theorists in sociology whose ideas form the foundation of sociological thought, including figures like Karl Marx, Max Weber, and Émile Durkheim.