Democracy Needs Religion

by Hartmut Rosa

Book Overview

What role does religion play in modern societies? Is it merely an anachronism that hinders our economic growth? Is it a kind of superstition that people should be left to enjoy in private but should refrain from discussing in public? It is no secret that the Christian churches in Western societies have massive problems - quite apart from the recent scandals. Shrinking congregations are just one sign of their diminishing relevance. But what would happen...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1509561234
• ISBN13: 9781509561230
• Release Date: July 2024
• Publisher: Polity Press
• Length: 84 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 4.8" x 7.3"