Understanding religion through a practical, class-based lens
This essay presents a materialist view of religion and why belief persists among workers. It argues that religion grows from social oppression and economic insecurity, not just ideas. The author emphasizes tying the fight against faith to real, organized work for workers’ rights and political change. The text offers a disciplined approach that balances atheistic critique with strategic engagement in the labor movement.
Readers will encounter a clear case for why educational efforts alone may not remove religious belief, and how to align anti-religious work with broader class struggle. The discussion also covers how to handle religious ideas within political organizations, including the question of clergy joining socialist parties and how to maintain unity without shunning belief where appropriate.
Ideal for readers of political theory and history who want a grounded, dialectical view of religion within socialist practice.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate relationship between religion, class struggle, and the socialist movement in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of a declining workers' movement in Russia following the failed 1907 coup, the author explores the resurgence of religious thought among intellectuals and former social democrats. The author critiques this trend, arguing that it represents a retreat from materialism and a misunderstanding of the social roots of religion. He emphasizes the importance of combating religious superstition, not through abstract pronouncements of atheism, but by addressing the underlying social and economic conditions that foster it. The author advocates for a nuanced approach, recognizing that the fight against religion must be subordinated to the broader class struggle and the practical goals of the socialist movement. This book offers a thought-provoking analysis of the complex interplay between ideology and material conditions, providing valuable insights into the challenges and strategies of socialist movements navigating the enduring influence of religion. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330657751_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330657751
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