Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law
Abstract
The article explores the role of religion, particularly the Roman Catholic Church, in the political reconstruction of post-Communist Hungary. It examines the challenges of redefining the relationship between church and state in a society transitioning from atheist rule to Western-style democracy. The analysis highlights the tensions between religious influence and state neutrality, emphasizing the unique historical and cultural context of Hungary. The article argues that while religion can play a role in shaping society, its influence is limited, and the state must maintain neutrality to ensure equality and avoid divisiveness.
Disciplines
Law | Law and Politics
Recommended Citation
Péter Paczolay,
The Role of Religion in Reconstructing Politics in Hungary,
4
Cardozo J. Int'l & Comp. L.
261
(1996).
Available at:
https://larc.cardozo.yu.edu/cjicl/vol4/iss2/4