Religion Is A Form Of Government - 2277 Words

â€Å"Democracy is a form of government, where a constitution guarantees basic personal and political rights, fair and free elections, and independent courts of law.† (Democracy 2004). Religion and politics have been long viewed as partners for many and yet some find the relationship a struggle. Religion usually pertains to an individual or a community of like minded members in the private sector. An example of such a body of individuals includes church or social organizations. As part of Western civilization, Americans typically embraced the separation of church and state as they believe that religion has no place in politics at all. Politics usually apply to the public sector where individuals serve as members of a wider community such as†¦show more content†¦How do they impact each other? According to Wikipedia 2014, â€Å"Religion is an organized collection of beliefs, cultural systems, and world views that relate humanity to an order of existence. It is also the most intensive and comprehensive method of valuing that is experienced by humankind†. Religion is often difficult to identify or define because it overlaps on many different boundaries in human experience. This complex phenomenon has led many theorists to attempt to form a cohesive definition, however, every theory has its limitations thus making this task utterly impossible to complete. Religion can also resolve matters on the private and public sector such as issues regarding life and death, love and sex, authority and freedom. Although religious traditions often challenge each other, they also offer individuals with a sense of security and direction. It can also dictate those who are in power versus those who are not, and often provides validation for imbalances in social, economic, and politic al power, as well as structure for advancement and revolutionary change. According to Fairlax 2014, â€Å"Politics is the art or science of government or governing, especially the governing of a political entity, such as a nation, and the administration and control of its internal and external affairs†, the debate or conflict among individuals or parties having or hoping to