Neo - marxist view on religion Flashcards

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What does Bloch say?

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Religion has both a positive and negative function. It can maintain social inequality but can also offer a principle of hope and encourage social change.

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What does Gramsci say?

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The church does play a part in maintaining upper class hegemony, but it can also inspire ideas that contribute to social change.

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What does Maduro say?

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In countries where protesting is illegal, the church can act as a safe place to let out frustrations of the proletariat.
Religious leaders can also encourage social change

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EVAL - what do they not consider?

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They do not consider secularisation and see religion as socially significant.

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EVAL - what did the pope say?

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Priests should ignore these theories and focus on their religious responsibilities

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