Faith in the age of science, secularism and technology — how belief adapts, declines or reinvents itself in the modern and digital world.
The article explores the evolving role of religion in 21st-century conflicts, suggesting that while it is rarely the primary cause, it serves as a powerful identity marker and mobilizing force. Modern wars are often rooted in political, economic, or ethnic issues, with religion intensifying divisions rather than initiating conflict.
Introduction Religion is often associated with peace, compassion, and moral guidance. Yet history and current events repeatedly confront us with a darker reality: faith can turn violent. Religious extremism represents the point at which belief stops being personal conviction and becomes absolute certainty enforced through coercion or violence. This transformation does not happen overnight, nor … Read more