Unit 5 DB 1
Adaptations
Introduction
When it comes to the role of religion in politics, it can be very complicated, especially if it is not within the United States. Within this report, this learner will discuss the differences between France and the United States when it comes to religion and politics and religious acceptance in general.
France and the United States
The United States and France really do not see eye to eye on the issues of religion. So, in the United States, we are considered a multi-religious country, and according to Ülker (2013, p. 5) the majority religion, Protestantism is against clericalism and supports the separation of religion-state, but on the other hand, the members of minority religions (Catholics, Jehovah Witnesses, Mormons etc.) also support the separation of religion-state because they see the separation as the assurance of their religious freedom. However, the mutual lack of understanding goes way beyond any form of rivalry amongst Christian sects and has a lot more to do with the fundamental enquiry about the role religion in the USA and France political life. Now, both of these countries are seeing religion differently and believe that the separation of politics and religion should be on very different paths. For example, in France it is more about curtailing the power of one founding religion, Catholicism, and permitting a “la liberté de conscience” (translation meaning freedom of conscience). United States So, as far as religion goes in the USA, we welcome all religions and view any religion conviction, whether strange or unknown as a person’s right of expression and must be protected. This can create some controversy, especially since 9/11, because of the attack being driven by Islamic belief of some of its citizens. President Obama had to remind us that “This is America. And our commitment to religious freedom must be unshakeable, because the principle that people of all faiths are welcome in this country and that they will not be treated differently by their government is very essential to who we are” (Davis, 2010, para. 1), this to this learner is the political side of religion. In the USA we are known historically for having more religious tolerance than France or any other country. France Society2; religion in France; beliefs; secularism (laicité) (n.d., para. 3) states that France religion is guaranteed by their Constitution and is protected by their Republic but it must remain strictly in the private domain of the citizen: therefore, it is the duty of the Republic to ensure that no dangerous sect could develop under the name of religion and alienate people's liberty. France Government also has a very strict rule in regards to religious symbols within their Public schools. In 2004, France Government passed a rule that prohibits student and employees from wearing religious symbols, which included the Jewish skullcap, Muslim headscarf, and extra-large crosses; which took effect in 2004. Of September which was the start of their school year. The Government made note that religious teaching will not be given in their schools, but they can teach …show more content…
According to Khan (2004, para 4) states that globalization and humanitarian issues occupied the agendas of international summits and international organizations, but now geopolitics and security have become the main issue. Isn’t it so ironic that the idea of terrorists operating in numerous nations concurrently was made possible by globalization and now is the biggest challenge to globalization? Because, terrorism hinges on the success of globalization, and in fact we could even say “global terrorism was conceived as a facet of the global culture resulting from globalization” (Khan, …show more content…
Also, we can never win against a nation that utilizes globalization, and has a continuous supply of people that they will use to sacrifice their lives just to kill us all under the discasise of religious beliefs. Our nation does not and will not follow this type of sacrifice at any time, because it is wrong on all levels.
References
Davis, K. C. (2010). America's True History of Religious Tolerance. Retrieved from http://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/americas-true-history-of-religious-tolerance-61312684/?no-ist
France - US Department of State (2005). International Religious Freedom Report. Retrieved from http://www.state.gov/j/drl/rls/irf/2005/51552.htm.
Society2; religion in France; beliefs; secularism (laicité) http://www.understandfrance.org/France/Society2.html
Khan, M. (2004) Globalization and Terrorism. Retrieved from http://www.ijtihad.org/globalterror.htm
Ülker, Ö. (2013) p. 5. Religion and Politics In A Sociological Perspective: A Comparison Between the USA and France. Retrieved from
Adaptations
Introduction
When it comes to the role of religion in politics, it can be very complicated, especially if it is not within the United States. Within this report, this learner will discuss the differences between France and the United States when it comes to religion and politics and religious acceptance in general.
France and the United States
The United States and France really do not see eye to eye on the issues of religion. So, in the United States, we are considered a multi-religious country, and according to Ülker (2013, p. 5) the majority religion, Protestantism is against clericalism and supports the separation of religion-state, but on the other hand, the members of minority religions (Catholics, Jehovah Witnesses, Mormons etc.) also support the separation of religion-state because they see the separation as the assurance of their religious freedom. However, the mutual lack of understanding goes way beyond any form of rivalry amongst Christian sects and has a lot more to do with the fundamental enquiry about the role religion in the USA and France political life. Now, both of these countries are seeing religion differently and believe that the separation of politics and religion should be on very different paths. For example, in France it is more about curtailing the power of one founding religion, Catholicism, and permitting a “la liberté de conscience” (translation meaning freedom of conscience). United States So, as far as religion goes in the USA, we welcome all religions and view any religion conviction, whether strange or unknown as a person’s right of expression and must be protected. This can create some controversy, especially since 9/11, because of the attack being driven by Islamic belief of some of its citizens. President Obama had to remind us that “This is America. And our commitment to religious freedom must be unshakeable, because the principle that people of all faiths are welcome in this country and that they will not be treated differently by their government is very essential to who we are” (Davis, 2010, para. 1), this to this learner is the political side of religion. In the USA we are known historically for having more religious tolerance than France or any other country. France Society2; religion in France; beliefs; secularism (laicité) (n.d., para. 3) states that France religion is guaranteed by their Constitution and is protected by their Republic but it must remain strictly in the private domain of the citizen: therefore, it is the duty of the Republic to ensure that no dangerous sect could develop under the name of religion and alienate people's liberty. France Government also has a very strict rule in regards to religious symbols within their Public schools. In 2004, France Government passed a rule that prohibits student and employees from wearing religious symbols, which included the Jewish skullcap, Muslim headscarf, and extra-large crosses; which took effect in 2004. Of September which was the start of their school year. The Government made note that religious teaching will not be given in their schools, but they can teach …show more content…
According to Khan (2004, para 4) states that globalization and humanitarian issues occupied the agendas of international summits and international organizations, but now geopolitics and security have become the main issue. Isn’t it so ironic that the idea of terrorists operating in numerous nations concurrently was made possible by globalization and now is the biggest challenge to globalization? Because, terrorism hinges on the success of globalization, and in fact we could even say “global terrorism was conceived as a facet of the global culture resulting from globalization” (Khan, …show more content…
Also, we can never win against a nation that utilizes globalization, and has a continuous supply of people that they will use to sacrifice their lives just to kill us all under the discasise of religious beliefs. Our nation does not and will not follow this type of sacrifice at any time, because it is wrong on all levels.
References
Davis, K. C. (2010). America's True History of Religious Tolerance. Retrieved from http://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/americas-true-history-of-religious-tolerance-61312684/?no-ist
France - US Department of State (2005). International Religious Freedom Report. Retrieved from http://www.state.gov/j/drl/rls/irf/2005/51552.htm.
Society2; religion in France; beliefs; secularism (laicité) http://www.understandfrance.org/France/Society2.html
Khan, M. (2004) Globalization and Terrorism. Retrieved from http://www.ijtihad.org/globalterror.htm
Ülker, Ö. (2013) p. 5. Religion and Politics In A Sociological Perspective: A Comparison Between the USA and France. Retrieved from