The phrase "religious bent" refers to someone's strong inclination or leaning towards religious beliefs or practices. It means that a person is devoted or deeply involved in religious activities, thoughts, or ideas. Full definition
That some meetings have a decidedly religious bent (towards a specific religion) is a reflection of its members, not AA as a whole. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
I grew up in an academic household with a strong religious bent. (laskerfoundation.org)
Some Jewish intellectuals of a somewhat religious bent draw the line when it comes to what type of religion is acceptable. (firstthings.com)