I voted other. Though I am Christian I do not believe I fall into any of the aforementioned categories. I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I was born and raised as such. My parents were fairly active but not overly devout. I however, since late teenage years, have been devout and my life is defined, to a degree, by my religion. My wife is also a member of the same faith.
As for my reading of Tolkien affecting my religion I would say no, but rather my religion affects my reading. I am able to read his works and find thoughts or ideas that closely parallels my own theology and belief system and there are some that do no reconcile. However, I do no discard as worthless and feel that I can learn from all great works, be they fiction or not.
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