According to Emile Durkheim,deviation from prescribed practices is encouraged during "primitive" religious rituals.

Emile Durkheim

A founding figure in the field of sociology, known for his contributions to social theory, including his studies on social cohesion, religion, and the division of labor.

Primitive Religious

Religions or spiritual practices that are characterized by a simpler or earlier developmental stage compared to major organised religions, often deeply intertwined with local culture and nature.