“The Human need for belief systems: Is ‘Wokeism’ a religion in disguise in modern times?”, Swarajyamag, May 11, 2024:
“The rise of ‘wokeism’ in the West can reflect the inevitability of religion, or at least religion-like phenomena. Despite the secularisation of many Western societies, the human need for meaning, purpose, moral guidance, and community has remained.
‘Wokeism’, emphasising social justice, equality, and awareness of privilege, can be seen as a response to these unmet needs. It provides a secular framework for understanding the world, a moral code, and a sense of community, much like traditional religions.
The parallels between ‘wokeism’ and religion hint at the inevitable nature of religious phenomena. Even without traditional religious belief, new belief systems and ideologies emerge to fulfil the same psychological, sociological, and cultural functions. This suggests that religion, or at least religion-like phenomena, is inevitable in human society……”
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