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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of global ethics?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of global ethics?
Public Christianity is solely focused on advocating for Christian beliefs within a religious context, not engaging in public life.
Public Christianity is solely focused on advocating for Christian beliefs within a religious context, not engaging in public life.
False (B)
What is the primary focus of political paratheology?
What is the primary focus of political paratheology?
The use of theological language or concepts to frame political ideas and policies.
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted in 1948, serves as a global consensus on fundamental ______.
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted in 1948, serves as a global consensus on fundamental ______.
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Match the concepts to their primary definitions:
Match the concepts to their primary definitions:
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Which of the following is NOT an example of political paratheology?
Which of the following is NOT an example of political paratheology?
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Civil religion typically aligns with specific religious institutions and doctrines.
Civil religion typically aligns with specific religious institutions and doctrines.
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What is the main idea behind the concept of 'disenchantment of the world' associated with Max Weber?
What is the main idea behind the concept of 'disenchantment of the world' associated with Max Weber?
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The concept of ____ examines how modernity influences the marginalization or transformation of religion in society.
The concept of ____ examines how modernity influences the marginalization or transformation of religion in society.
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Match the following concepts with their corresponding definitions:
Match the following concepts with their corresponding definitions:
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How does political paratheology enhance a state's 'soft power'?
How does political paratheology enhance a state's 'soft power'?
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Postmodern critiques argue that religion completely disappears in modern societies.
Postmodern critiques argue that religion completely disappears in modern societies.
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Which of the following is NOT a connection between the concepts of Civil Religion and Political Religion?
Which of the following is NOT a connection between the concepts of Civil Religion and Political Religion?
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Flashcards
Global Ethics
Global Ethics
A set of universal moral principles addressing global challenges like human rights.
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
A 1948 document reflecting global consensus on human dignity.
Public Christianity
Public Christianity
Engagement of Christian values in public life to address societal issues.
Christian Social Teachings
Christian Social Teachings
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Political Paratheology
Political Paratheology
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Interfaith Initiatives
Interfaith Initiatives
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Environmental Responsibility
Environmental Responsibility
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Deprivatization
Deprivatization
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Civil Religion
Civil Religion
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Examples of Civil Religion
Examples of Civil Religion
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Modernity
Modernity
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Secularization
Secularization
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Desecularization
Desecularization
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Postsecularization
Postsecularization
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Soft Power and Religion
Soft Power and Religion
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Study Notes
Global Ethics and Values Cluster
- Global Ethics: A set of universal moral principles, transcending national and cultural boundaries, addressing issues like human rights, sustainability, and justice. Emphasizes a shared moral framework while respecting diversity. Examples include the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and interfaith initiatives on climate change. Influenced by religious traditions.
Public Christianity
- Definition: Christian values and institutions engaging in public life, tackling societal challenges like poverty, inequality, and environmental damage. Often involves applying Christian ethics to modern problems and dialogues with different perspectives.
- Examples: Christian organizations like World Vision focusing on humanitarian aid, influence of Christian teachings on civil rights and economic justice movements.
- Connection: Represents religion's return to public discourse in a post-secular world.
Political Paratheology
- Definition: Using theological language/concepts to frame political ideas/policies, often blending religious and secular ideologies.
- Context: Common in pluralistic societies where political actors use religious principles to attract voters or legitimize power.
- Examples: U.S. presidents invoking biblical images, leaders in other countries using Islamic theology in political discourse.
- Connection: Uses religion to enhance influence and soft power.
Civil Religion
- Definition: Integrating religious symbols, rituals, and values into a nation's political culture to promote unity and identity. Fosters civic responsibility while respecting pluralism. (Not aligned with specific religious institutions).
- Examples: U.S. phrases like "In God We Trust," national remembrance ceremonies (e.g., Germany's Holocaust Memorial Day).
- Connections: Aligns with universal values like liberty and justice, contrasting with political religion.
Modernity and Secularization
- Definition: Examining how modernity (emphasizing rationality, science, individualism) affects religion. Modernity can marginalize or transform religion.
- Context: Modernity drives secularization processes. Religious adaptation is a possibility within modern context.
- Examples: Decline in church attendance in Western Europe during the 20th century, coexistence of modernity and religiosity in diverse countries.
- Connections: Modernity can both push for and push against secularization depending on societal circumstances.
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This quiz explores the concepts of global ethics, public Christianity, and their roles in addressing societal challenges. It highlights the importance of universal moral principles while considering diverse cultural perspectives. Engage with essential topics such as human rights and environmental justice within the framework of ethics and religious influence.