Explore: Secularisation

In sociology, secularization (British English: secularisation) is a multilayered concept that generally denotes "a transition from a religious to a more

a complete secularisation would be such a blow to the Empire that it would lead to its demise. Generally, the proponents of secularisation were less vocal

Secular spirituality is the adherence to a spiritual philosophy without adherence to a religion. Secular spirituality emphasizes the inner peace of the

they were able to satisfy Napoleon's demands and bring about increased secularisation. The Secularization of Monastic Estates in Romania refers to the confiscation

such as Christmas, have become secularised by part or all of those who observe them. In addition to secularisation, many holidays have become commercialised

identity and alienation while formally Catholic, anticipated the European secularisation process to some degree. Their diaspora outside Iberia united believing

include: Centre for Inquiry Canada Centre for Inquiry UK Institute for the Secularisation of Islamic Society (see below) Committee for Skeptical Inquiry (CSI)

decades, religious practice has been on the decline in a process of secularisation. Eurostat's Eurobarometer survey in 2010 showed that 20% of EU citizens

Patrick. While the influence of Catholicism in Ireland has waned due to secularisation and church scandals, the ethnoreligious identity remains strong among

The secularization movement in the Philippines under Spanish colonial administration from the 18th to late 19th century advocated for greater rights for