Political Religion and Its Global Dimension in Twentieth-Century China (original) (raw)

The exploration of the relationship between religion and politics in twentieth-century China reveals the concept of 'political religion' as a critical framework for understanding how modern ideologies can manifest religious-like features. This paper discusses the evolution of political religion, its apocalyptic narratives, and its implications for collective identity and historical memory within the context of state-building and globalization. It highlights the CCP's efforts to shape historical interpretation as a means of consolidating ideological control and fostering national unity amid global influences.