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The aim is to explore how political theory can enhance the understanding of the relationship between religion and democracy.

April 15, 2026Open Access

Special Issue Introduction: Religion and Democratic Theory

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The aim is to explore how political theory can enhance the understanding of the relationship between religion and democracy.
Review of literature on religion and democratic theory
Outline of various contributions to the Special Issue
Analysis of contemporary political challenges
Identified key claims regarding the interplay of religion and democracy
Outlined how political theory addresses current political challenges
Highlighted contributions that provide insights into democracy influenced by religion

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Abstract In this introduction to the Special Issue “Religion and Democratic Theory,” we sketch how political theory can contribute to understanding contemporary political challenges in the context of religion and democracy. We outline the contributions to this Special Issue in terms of their main claims.

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Svenja Ahlhaus

Iman Al Nassre

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Democratic Theory

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University of Münster

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Special Issue Introduction: Religion and Democratic Theory

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