B Neo-Marxism

Question 1

Engels

Answer 1

Religion can lead to Revolutionary social change

Religion could start as a response to exploitation and become a source of resistance and change

Question 2

Bloch

Answer 2

Dual character
Religion is an expression of ‘the principle of hope’ - our dreams of a better life that contains images of utopia
Promise of rewards in heaven

Question 3

Billings

Answer 3

Textile workers and coal miners:
(Under pressure/ low wages)
Miners were militant and tried to get recognition of their union and better work conditions
Textile workers were uncomplaining and accepting of their status
Hegemony
Religion strengthened the miners but discouraged the textile workers
Miners:
-leadership
-organisation
-support

Question 4

Gramsci

Answer 4

Hegemony - leadership or dominance, especially by one state or social group over others.
Ruling class interests

Question 5

Maduro

Answer 5

Liberation Theology

The clergy have become critical of oppressive regimes

Question 6

Turner

Answer 6

Religion isn’t as important to the W/C
It was just a way for the r/c to control
It isn’t necessary for the promotion of dominant ideology today