Document Type : Research Article / Original Article
Abstract
In this paper, we will review and discuss the ideas of two thinkers on the religion and secularism. Charles Taylor, a Christian philosopher and professor, Javadi Amoli, a Muslim theologist, both criticize secularism and seek to strengthen religiosity in the modern world. They consider humanism as one of the most important element of secularism and as a rival of religion. They study different dimensions of secularism and humanism and analyze possibilities of the revival of religion in the contemporary world. Professor Javadi Amoli focuses on the political secularism and thinks that religion and the religious government are suitable responses to the challenges facing contemporary societies. There are significant similarities between Taylor and Javadi Amoli in their analyses about secularism and humanism. However, Taylor does not support a religious government albeit takes a new approach regarding religious beliefs and practices in current societies. Taylor believes secularism and humanism are deep-rooted in the western thought and culture. Hence, according to him traditional forms of religion are not suitable regarding new societies.
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