Tolerance and control: Peking's attitude toward religion
The authorities in mainland China have attempted to suppress religion since they came to power. During the ten years of the Cultural Revolution, religious activities were banned altogether. Since then, religious gatherings on a limited scale have been permitted. Focusing on Christianity, the author...
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Format: | Print Article |
Language: | English |
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1991
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Issues & studies
Year: 1991, Volume: 27, Issue: 1, Pages: 118-129 |
Further subjects: | B
Religious freedom
B Association B Freedom of religion B China B Religious community B Christianity B Communist party B Internal policy |
Summary: | The authorities in mainland China have attempted to suppress religion since they came to power. During the ten years of the Cultural Revolution, religious activities were banned altogether. Since then, religious gatherings on a limited scale have been permitted. Focusing on Christianity, the author examines the current situation regarding religions in mainland China. (DÜI-Sen) |
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ISSN: | 1013-2511 |
Contains: | In: Issues & studies
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