CEU Electronic Theses and Dissertations, 2024
| Author | Wali, Mujtapa |
|---|---|
| Title | Faith and Power: A Comparative Study on Religious Influence in the State of Germany and Iran |
| Summary | Religion serves not only as an individual's system of belief, but also as a tool for acquiring power. This research will examine the elements that comprise a religious state. A comprehensive comprehension of the concept of a religious state can be achieved by comparing two countries with contrasting characteristics, specifically Germany and Iran. This study uses a comparative technique and the process of collecting legal documents to examine Germany's unique church tax structure. This system erases the boundaries between the secular and religious domains, and it stands in opposition to Iran's theocratic rule that is based on Sharia law following the Islamic Revolution of 1979. The investigation incorporates an extensive examination of the literature, historical materials, and legal texts. According to the findings, Germany's financial and educational connections to the church make it challenging to retain the country's secular mentality however, it does not make it a religious state, despite its efforts. Iran exemplifies a religious state due to the significant integration of Islamic ideas inside its political and legal structures. Consequently, Iran is a theocratic state. The results of this comparative analysis reveal the intricate and subtle connections between governments and faiths and what makes a government a religious state, offering valuable insights into the political and social dynamics that are shaped by these numerous interactions. |
| Supervisor | Astrov, Alexander |
| Department | Undergraduate Studies BA |
| Full text | https://www.etd.ceu.edu/2024/wali_mujtapa.pdf |
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