Reflection on Abrahamic Religions, Imperialism, and Modern Society
Essay - 2 pages - Culture, religion & civilization
In focusing on the intricate aspects of Abrahamic religions that Africa recognized and the far-reaching consequences of imperialism and colonial tropes of their modern world, we end up coming into contact with fascinating narrative parallels between the past and the present. This piece is a...
Decolonizing Masculinity: Mzoxolo Mayongo Rethinking Masculinity
Essay - 5 pages - Culture, religion & civilization
In postcolonial cultures like South Africa, the idea of masculinity is closely tied to gender, race, and class. The colonial power structures that favoured control, dominance, and the dehumanisation of Black men, often portraying them as overly sexual and primitive, significantly influenced...
To what extent did the abortion debate after Roe v. Wade mark the entry of Christians into politics?
Essay - 7 pages - Culture, religion & civilization
Abortion, a widely practiced method of terminating a pregnancy, is likely the most polarizing issue in the United States. Before 1973, in a majority of states, abortion was a crime, except to save the life of the mother. Tight regulations had made it difficult for clinics to operate, and women...
What Makes a Belief an Extremist Belief?
Essay - 4 pages - Culture, religion & civilization
Extremism or holding extreme beliefs is associated with terrorist atrocities and a rapid increase in hate crimes. Extremist beliefs are those beliefs that a group or individual holds closely that are outside the mainstream of society. Extremist beliefs can either be political or religious. Those...
