The Return of the Soul-The Role of Religion in Regulating Social Life

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ID3240642
AuthorsNándor Birher (0000-0002-4979-5196, Pázmány Péter Catholic University, corresponding author)
Year2025
Volume16
Issue2
Pages252
Publication date2025-02-18
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueReligions (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2077-1444 • E-ISSN: 2077-1444
PublisherMDPI AG (PUBLISHER • IT)
DOI10.3390/rel16020252
OpenAlexW4407675432
LanguageEN
Citations received2
References cited14

The article explores the role of religion in shaping societal norms, arguing that religion, alongside law and ethics, plays a critical role in regulating social life. It emphasizes the interdependence of various regulatory systems-religious, ethical, legal, and modern standards-and advocates for reintegrating spirituality into scientific discourse on societal regulation. The study highlights the limitations of purely legalistic approaches and calls for a renewed focus on ethical and religious principles, particularly in light of global crises such as environmental degradation and social inequality. It also discusses the unique position of Christianity in balancing these regulatory frameworks and promoting a harmonious coexistence through values such as love and solidarity

Sociology · Soul · Theology · American Constitutional Law and Politics · Philosophy · Religion and Society Interactions · Religion, Spirituality, and Psychology

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