Marxists Theory of Religion
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- Marxist Theories of Religion
- Religion as Ideology
- Marx believes ideals from the ruling class exist through institutions such as the church, education and media. Religion as an 'ideological weapon.' Christianity: camel and eyes of a needle Lenin: 'Spiritual Gin.'
- Religion and Alienation
- Marx claims that the poor feel exploited and therefore need religion. It is seen as the 'opium of the people,' which dulls the pain of oppression.
- Evaluation
- -Marx shows how religion may mask exploitation. -He ignores how religion can be positive -Some Marxists like Althusser rejects the idea of alienation. -Religion doesn't necessarily function to control the population
- Religion as Ideology
- Marx believes ideals from the ruling class exist through institutions such as the church, education and media. Religion as an 'ideological weapon.' Christianity: camel and eyes of a needle Lenin: 'Spiritual Gin.'
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