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Which of these is NOT a defining characteristic of secularism?
Which of these is NOT a defining characteristic of secularism?
- Emphasis on rationality and science
- Separation of religion from state institutions
- Aimed at minimizing religious influence in public life
- Promotion of a specific religious doctrine (correct)
Classical secularization theory suggests a linear decline of religion with modernization.
Classical secularization theory suggests a linear decline of religion with modernization.
True (A)
What is the term used to describe the resurgence of religious influence in societies previously thought to be secularizing?
What is the term used to describe the resurgence of religious influence in societies previously thought to be secularizing?
Desecularization
The ______ is often seen as a driving force behind countersecular movements.
The ______ is often seen as a driving force behind countersecular movements.
Match the following terms to their correct definitions:
Match the following terms to their correct definitions:
Which country's laïcité serves as an example of strict separation of church and state?
Which country's laïcité serves as an example of strict separation of church and state?
The Iranian Revolution of 1979 can be considered an example of countersecularization.
The Iranian Revolution of 1979 can be considered an example of countersecularization.
What is the key distinction between secularization and deprivatization in terms of religious influence?
What is the key distinction between secularization and deprivatization in terms of religious influence?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of postsecularization?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of postsecularization?
Deprivatization refers to the process of religion being confined to private life, excluding it from public spheres.
Deprivatization refers to the process of religion being confined to private life, excluding it from public spheres.
What is the central argument made by the concept of deprivatization?
What is the central argument made by the concept of deprivatization?
According to Max Weber, the process of modernization leads to a ______ of the world.
According to Max Weber, the process of modernization leads to a ______ of the world.
Match the following concepts with their respective definitions:
Match the following concepts with their respective definitions:
Which of the following is an example of deprivatization?
Which of the following is an example of deprivatization?
The concept of modernity and secularization suggests that modernization always leads to the complete disappearance of religion.
The concept of modernity and secularization suggests that modernization always leads to the complete disappearance of religion.
Explain how the concept of deprivatization challenges secular principles.
Explain how the concept of deprivatization challenges secular principles.
Flashcards
Postsecularization
Postsecularization
An era where religion remains influential despite modernization.
Deprivatization
Deprivatization
The return of religion to the public sphere after a period of confinement.
Global Ethics
Global Ethics
Discussions of morality that include diverse religious perspectives.
Modernity
Modernity
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Secularism
Secularism
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Pluralistic Democracies
Pluralistic Democracies
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Religious Freedom
Religious Freedom
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Interfaith Dialogues
Interfaith Dialogues
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Secularization
Secularization
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Desecularization
Desecularization
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Countersecularization
Countersecularization
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Laïcité
Laïcité
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Modernization Theory
Modernization Theory
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Neosecularization
Neosecularization
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Religious Nationalism
Religious Nationalism
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Study Notes
Secularization and Its Countermovements
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Secularism: Defined as separating religion from state, emphasizing rationality & science. A political principle and ideology to minimize religious influence. Often linked to democracy and individual freedoms. Examples include France's laïcité and the U.S. First Amendment. Connected to secularization, the embedding of secular principles in society.
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Secularization, Desecularization, Countersecularization:
- Secularization: Religion losing social significance (politics, education, culture).
- Desecularization: Religious resurgence in previously secularizing societies.
- Countersecularization: Active opposition to secularization through religious revival. Classical theory (e.g., Peter Berger) suggested a decline with modernization; however, critics see the process as complex and context-dependent. Examples include desecularization in post-communist states and the Iranian Revolution. Connected to modernity's influence on both secularization and resurgence, as well as religious nationalism.
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Neosecularization/Postsecularization:
- Neosecularization: Recognizes the coexistence of religious and secular dynamics in modern societies.
- Postsecularization: Religion continues to play a role despite modernization, evolving in new contexts. A critique of classical theory, demonstrating that religion doesn't vanish but adapts. Examples include the increasing role of religion in diverse democracies (like India). Connected to religion's return to public life and global ethical discussions.
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Deprivatization: Religion's re-entry into the public sphere after a period of being primarily private, challenging the idea of religion being exclusively private in modern societies. Introduced by Jose Casanova and highlighted by modern global movements for religious rights. Examples include evangelical movements and Islamist parties. Connected to secularism, religious freedom, and human rights.
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Modernity and Secularization: Explores how modernization impacts the decline of religious influence, often linked to Max Weber's "disenchantment of the world." Modernity's emphasis on rationality, science, and individualism drives secularization. Examples include the decline of church authority in Western Europe and the separation of religion from state governance in modern democracies. Connected to secularization/desecularization and potential conflicts between secular and religious societies.
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