Religion And Politics

RELIGIOUS INTERPRETATIONS OF POLITICS

How Theologian s interpret the political domain, and how they suggest that people should act within that domain (for example "Render unto Caesar what is Caesar's and unto God what is God's). This can include withdrawing from the world, Quietism and political activity per se (for example moves to impose Sharia Law ), see also Liberation Theology

BELIEVERS IN THE POLITICAL DOMAIN

The activity of believers in politics can be varied - see Christian Right , Christian Socialism , and a number of faith based parties. Some political activity can be directed towards causes rather than party politics - for example the Anti-slavery Movement .

POLITICAL PERCEPTIONS OF RELIGIONS

The interaction of various religions within the political domain, including Sectarianism . In many states the church and the state are formally separate, in theory or in practice, even if one particular faith is given particular support.

THEOCRACY

This term describes a state in which religious and political leaders are identical or form a strongly interlocked group. A number of states in the ancient world could be so described, and examples in more recent times include the Vatican , Tibet under the Dalai Lama and Iran in certain periods. Mount Athos , although not formally independent could also be described as a theocracy.

SEE ALSO:

Christianity And Politics

Established Church

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