Critically evaluate the association between Christianity and democracy
What will be an ideal response?
Democracy originated in Western Europe, a region powerfully shaped by
Christianity. However, modern democracy took root under the Protestant version of
Christianity as opposed to the Catholic or Orthodox versions, which are prevalent in
southern and eastern Europe. Protestants historically supported religious pluralism,
opposed an "official" government church, and favored separation of Church and State.
But, church leaders did not always support democracy, as exemplified by Protestant
support for slavery in the United States, the Nazi regime, and the racist regime in pre-
1994 South Africa. Post-1965, Catholicism affirmed individuals' right to religious freedom.
Pope John Paul II (1978–2005) promoted freedom of worship around the world, helping
to spread the third wave of democratization. But prior to 1965, in predominantly Catholic
countries, the Church frequently allied with governments to promote the "official"
version of the faith, restricted alternatives, and opposed the idea of freedom of
conscience.
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