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What does it mean?
This claims Christianity is the foundation of democracy and human rights.
In plain terms
Christianity is seen as the basis for democracy and rights.
What can you take from it?
Religious roots are sometimes linked to modern democratic rights.

Where it applies

  • political theory
  • religious study
  • history

Putting it to work

  • Trace ideological roots
  • Compare belief systems

Questions to consider

  • What grounds rights?
  • How does faith shape law?

Another view

Democracy and rights have many sources beyond just Christianity.

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