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Secular Cycles
Many historical processes exhibit recurrent patterns of change.Century-long periods of population expansion come before long periods of stagnation and decline; the dynamics of prices mirror population oscillations; and states go through strong expansionist phases followed by periods of state failure, endemic sociopolitical instability, and territorial loss.Peter Turchin and Sergey Nefedov explore the dynamics and causal connections between such demographic, economic, and political variables in agrarian societies and offer detailed explanations for these long-term oscillations--what the authors call secular cycles.Secular Cycles elaborates and expands upon the demographic-structural theory first advanced by Jack Goldstone, which provides an explanation of long-term oscillations.This book tests that theory's specific and quantitative predictions by tracing the dynamics of population numbers, prices and real wages, elite numbers and incomes, state finances, and sociopolitical instability.Turchin and Nefedov study societies in England, France, and Russia during the medieval and early modern periods, and look back at the Roman Republic and Empire. Incorporating theoretical and quantitative history, the authors examine a specific model of historical change and, more generally, investigate the utility of the dynamical systems approach in historical applications.An indispensable and groundbreaking resource for a wide variety of social scientists, Secular Cycles will interest practitioners of economic history, historical sociology, complexity studies, and demography.
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A Secular Age
A New York Times Notable Book of the YearA Times Literary Supplement Book of the YearA Globe and Mail Best Book of the YearA Publishers Weekly Best Book of the YearA Tablet Best Book of the YearWinner of a Christianity Today Book Award“One finds big nuggets of insight, useful to almost anybody with an interest in the progress of human society.” —The EconomistWhat does it mean to say that we live in a secular age?Almost everyone would agree that we—in the West, at least—largely do. And clearly the place of religion in our societies has changed profoundly in the last few centuries.In what will be a defining book for our time, Charles Taylor takes up the question of what these changes mean—of what, precisely, happens when a society in which it is virtually impossible not to believe in God becomes one in which faith, even for the staunchest believer, is only one human possibility among others. Taylor, long one of our most insightful thinkers on such questions, offers a historical perspective.He examines the development in “Western Christendom” of those aspects of modernity which we call secular.What he describes is in fact not a single, continuous transformation, but a series of new departures, in which earlier forms of religious life have been dissolved or destabilized and new ones have been created.As we see here, today’s secular world is characterized not by an absence of religion—although in some societies religious belief and practice have markedly declined—but rather by the continuing multiplication of new options, religious, spiritual, and anti-religious, which individuals and groups seize on in order to make sense of their lives and give shape to their spiritual aspirations. What this means for the world—including the new forms of collective religious life it encourages, with their tendency to a mass mobilization that breeds violence—is what Charles Taylor grapples with, in a book as timely as it is timeless.
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The Islamic Secular
The basic point of the secular in the modern West is to "liberate" certain pursuits--the state, the economy, science--from the authority of religion.This is also assumed to be the goal and meaning of "secular" in Islam.Sherman Jackson argues, however, that that assumption is wrong.In Islam the "secular" was neither outside "religion" nor a rival to it. "Religion," in Islam was not identical to Islam's "sacred law," or "shari'ah." Nor did classical Muslim jurists see shari'ah as the all-encompassing, exclusive means of determining what is "Islamic." In fact, while, as religion, Islam's jurisdiction was unlimited, shari'ah's jurisdiction, as a sacred law, was limited.In other words, while everything remained within the purview of the divine gaze of the God of Islam, not everything could be determined by shari'ah or on the basis of its revelatory sources.Various aspects of state-policy, the economy, science, and the like were "differentiated," from shari'ah and its revelatory sources, without becoming non-religious or un-Islamic.Given the asymmetry between the circumference of shari'ah and that of Islam as religion, not everything that fell outside the former fell outside the latter.In other words, an idea or action could be non-shar'i (not dictated by shari'ah) without being non-Islamic, let alone anti-Islam.The ideas and actions that fall into this category are what Jackson terms "the Islamic Secular." Crucially, the Islamic Secular differs from the Western secular in that, while the whole point of the Western secular is to liberate various pursuits from religion, the Islamic Secular differentiates these disciplines not from religion but simply from shari'ah.Similarly, while both secularization and secularism play key roles in the Western secular, both of these concepts are alien to the Islamic Secular, as the Islamic Secular seeks neither to discipline nor to displace religion, nor expand to its own jurisdiction at religion's expense.The Islamic Secular is a complement to religion, in effect, a "religious secular." Nowhere are the practical implications of this more impactful than in Islam's relationship with the modern state.In this book, Jackson makes the case for the Islamic Secular on the basis of Islam's own pre-modern juristic tradition and shows how the Islamic Secular impacts the relationship between Islam and the modern state, including the Islamic State.
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Russell Pascoe: Secular Requiem
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What does secular mean?
Secular refers to things that are not religious or spiritual in nature. It can also refer to the separation of religion and government, or the absence of religious influence in a particular context. In a broader sense, secular can also refer to attitudes, beliefs, or activities that are not connected to or influenced by religious beliefs.
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What are secular things?
Secular things refer to aspects of life that are not related to religion or spirituality. These can include activities, institutions, and ideas that are separate from religious beliefs or practices. Secular things can encompass a wide range of topics, such as politics, education, science, and culture, and are often considered to be part of the public sphere rather than the realm of religious belief. In a secular society, there is a clear separation between religious and non-religious aspects of life.
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Can people be secular?
Yes, people can be secular. Secularism is the principle of separating government institutions and the state from religious institutions. It allows individuals to hold their own beliefs and practice their religion freely without interference from the government. Being secular means that one does not prioritize any specific religious beliefs or practices in their personal or public life, and instead values the separation of religion and state.
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What is a secular religion?
A secular religion is a belief system or ideology that functions similarly to a traditional religion but does not involve the worship of a deity or supernatural being. Instead, it is centered around a set of values, principles, or rituals that provide a sense of purpose, community, and moral guidance to its followers. Examples of secular religions include humanism, environmentalism, and certain political ideologies. These belief systems often provide a framework for understanding the world and one's place in it, and can play a significant role in shaping an individual's identity and worldview.
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Demons : A Secular Look
Demons are real; they roam our world looking for opportunities to heap destruction upon us.They are ruled by blind hatred toward humanity, and they don't discriminate.Man, woman, or child—all are fair game. Journey into the realm of these horrific creatures with a real demon hunter to see the intense carnage unleashed on an unsuspecting public.Find out how prevalent demons are in our society outside religious persuasion, consider relevant and new research, and read true stories of possession.Discover what these parasites are and what they do, understand their makeup and behaviors, and learn how to get rid of them should you become afflicted.Through trial and error, with significant physical and mental risk to the author, a new exorcism technique of binding demons is unveiled here.Against all odds, the author survives to tell his story.Consider this book a warning . . .
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Pilgrim Souvenirs and Secular Badges
An exceptional reference work to pilgrim and secular badges of the middle ages. This is the first major catalogue in English devoted to medieval badges.These fascinating objects provide us with a guide to the popularity of different cults and pilgrim centres, supplying evidence of the sometimes arduous journeys not only to famous and far-off sanctuaries like Compostela, but to native shrines such as that of St Thomas Becket at Canterbury, or the tombs of local, unofficial saints.Often mass-produced and sold in tens of thousands, pilgrim souvenirs offer pointers to fashion in contemporary precious jewellery.The secular badges include a wealth of non-religious imagery, playful and amatory, satirical, celebratory and heraldic.Illustrating nearly 800 items ofpopular medieval jewellery, the catalogue contained within the book describes previously unpublished finds retrieved from datable archaeological London waterfront deposits, and provides the basis of a chronological framework for future excavations. BRIAN SPENCER was the Senior Keeper at the Museum of London, with special responsibility for the Museum's collection of medieval everyday objects.
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Secular Religions : The Key Concepts
Secular Religions: The Key Concepts provides a concise guide to those ideologies, worldviews, and social, political, economic, and cultural phenomena that are most often described as the modern counterparts of traditional religions. Although there are many other terms in use (quasi, pseudo, ersatz, political, civil, etc.), it is “secular religion” that best expresses the problematic nature of all such descriptions, which maintain that modern belief systems and practices are secular on the one hand and religious on the other.Today, the topic is as popular as ever, and secular religions are discovered far and wide.Hence, a critical summary is urgently necessary. The juxtaposed title is itself an expression of ironic distance.The book emphasizes inherent tensions of relevant literature in a critical and informative fashion.The author provides over 100 entries, from abortion to wokeness, as well as a detailed introduction, which gives an overview of the different definitions of “religion” and “secular religion” as well as the history of secular-religious comparisons.The main text reconstructs the argument of several key works on each given topic, while lists of sources for further reading are provided at the end of each entry. This book provides a clear introduction to “secular religions” and will appeal to researchers and students of religious studies, political philosophy, political theology, the history of ideologies, and cultural studies.
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Does secular wealth bring happiness?
Secular wealth can bring temporary happiness through material possessions and financial security. However, true and lasting happiness is often found in meaningful relationships, personal fulfillment, and a sense of purpose. While wealth can provide comfort and opportunities, it does not guarantee happiness, as it is ultimately a state of mind and heart that goes beyond material wealth. It is important to prioritize values and experiences that bring genuine joy and fulfillment, rather than solely relying on secular wealth for happiness.
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Is religion a secular thing?
Religion is not inherently secular, as it is often associated with spiritual beliefs and practices that are separate from the secular world. However, in many societies, there is a separation between religion and the state, which is a key aspect of secularism. This separation allows for freedom of religion and prevents any one religion from dominating the government or public life. Therefore, while religion itself may not be secular, the concept of secularism can play a role in how religion is practiced and integrated into society.
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What is meant by secular music?
Secular music refers to music that is not associated with religious or spiritual themes. It encompasses a wide range of genres and styles, including pop, rock, hip-hop, jazz, and more. Secular music is often created for entertainment, self-expression, and cultural or social commentary, and it is not tied to any specific religious or spiritual beliefs or practices.
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What does secular mean in general?
In general, secular refers to something that is not religious or spiritual in nature. It can also refer to the separation of religion and government, or the absence of religious influence in a particular context. Secular can also describe attitudes, beliefs, or activities that are not based on religious principles.
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