EURO ST 10 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Cuius Regio, Eius Religio, Deism, Toleration
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From separation between state and church to state control of the church. The treaties of westphalia established the parameters of state sovereignty and. Lecture allowed for state religions (based on cuius regio, eius religio) And within those bounds, also a form of religious toleration (at least for the 3 main christian religions) But the french revolution went further in the direction of radical secularization. An issue in france to this day. The laity are those members of a (religious) community who are not clergy. Hence the french have been strictest about the wearing of jihab (head scarf) Some argue that the french concern with religious intolerance itself flips over into intolerance. Reorganized dioceses and bishoprics to fit the new political order (departments, etc. ) Note: in article vi they are defined as active citizens . In placing organized religion firmly under the jurisdiction of the state, does the.
