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What is secularisation?
What is secularisation?
- The process of society becoming more traditional in religious practices
- The process of society becoming more influenced by religion
- The process of society becoming more diverse in religious beliefs
- The process of society becoming less influenced by religion (correct)
What is a key aspect of secularisation?
What is a key aspect of secularisation?
- Expansion of religious hierarchies
- Uniformity in religious beliefs
- Rise of non-religious individuals (correct)
- Increase in religious fundamentalism
What does secularisation entail for religious institutions?
What does secularisation entail for religious institutions?
- Increase in political power
- Decrease in societal influence (correct)
- Expansion of missionary activities
- Enhanced cultural integration
What did Karl Marx advocate for?
What did Karl Marx advocate for?
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What is the central idea of Marxism?
What is the central idea of Marxism?
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What economic system did Karl Marx critique?
What economic system did Karl Marx critique?
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Study Notes
Secularisation
- Secularisation is the process of transforming religious institutions, beliefs, and practices into non-religious or secular ones.
Key Aspects of Secularisation
- A key aspect of secularisation is the decline of religious influence and authority in society.
Impact on Religious Institutions
- Secularisation entails the reduction of religious institutions' power and influence over social and political institutions.
Karl Marx and Marxism
- Karl Marx advocated for the abolition of private property and the establishment of a classless society.
Central Idea of Marxism
- The central idea of Marxism is that economic and social structures are based on class struggle and that the working class will eventually rise up against the capitalist class to overthrow them.
Critique of Economic System
- Karl Marx critiqued capitalism, arguing that it creates alienation and exploitation of the working class, and that it is based on the pursuit of profit rather than human well-being.
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Test your understanding of secularisation with this quiz. Explore the concept and key aspects of secularisation, and delve into its implications for religious institutions. Challenge your knowledge and grasp the impact of secularisation on society and religion.
