Secularisation and Individualisation (AQA A-Level Religious Studies): Flashcards
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Secular (definition)
Secular (definition)
Matters concerned with this world, not religious/spiritual
Secularisation (definition)
Secularisation (definition)
Process by which society becomes less religious
Two interpretations of Christianity's declining authority
Two interpretations of Christianity's declining authority
Christianity has failed OR Christianity has succeeded
Augsburg Settlement (1555)
Augsburg Settlement (1555)
Each prince could decide the religion of his own state
Peace of Westphalia (1648)
Peace of Westphalia (1648)
Granted right to practise religion privately
David Hume's contribution to secularisation
David Hume's contribution to secularisation
First philosopher to challenge religion from secular standpoint
Feuerbach's projection theory
Feuerbach's projection theory
God is projection of highest human aspirations
Humanism (definition)
Humanism (definition)
Belief people can live good lives without religious beliefs
Constantine's conversion impact
Constantine's conversion impact
Entire Roman Empire became Christian
Church of England status
Church of England status
Established religion in England
