Quote by Jurgen Habermas

Disappointment over nationalistic authoritarian regimes may have contributed to the fact that today religion offers a new and subjectively more convincing language for old political orientations.

Disappointment over nationalistic authoritarian regimes may

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This quote suggests that the disillusionment and dissatisfaction with nationalist and authoritarian governments have led people to turn towards religion as a source of comfort and guidance. The quote implies that religion provides a renewed sense of purpose and conviction that surpasses the appeal of traditional political ideologies. People may find solace in religion as it offers a more compelling and personally convincing way to express their political and societal values.

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By Jurgen Habermas

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