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Category Archives: Religion
Don’t Use Religion As A Spade (2-7-25)
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Will advanced countries keep getting more secular?
Grok: The trend towards secularism in advanced countries has been notable over the past few decades, but whether this trend will continue isn’t certain as it depends on various social, political, and cultural factors. Here’s a breakdown of some of … Continue reading
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Does religion make people better?
Grok: The question of whether religion makes people better is complex and multifaceted, as it involves various dimensions of human behavior, ethics, and societal impact. Here are several perspectives to consider: Moral and Ethical Behavior: Pro: Many religions advocate for … Continue reading
‘Could populism and nationalism be a parallel to religious revivals?’
Economist Matt Lowe writes in a new paper: Cultural beliefs usually evolve slowly, but during times of religious revival, beliefs change rapidly. During the two-year Welsh Revival of 1904-5, roughly 6% of the adult population converted to Christianity, after decades … Continue reading
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Science Envy in Theories of Religion
Aaron W. Hughes published in 2010: In the recently published Contemporary Theories of Religion (Stausberg; 2009, hereafter CTR), at least 9 of the 15 chapters are devoted to theories that interpret and/or explain religion from perspectives that can loosely be … Continue reading
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