A church state - government ran by religious sect is unique in different ways. The administration follows the religious teachings in most cases rather than a constitution made by people.
A government ruled by religious leaders is called a theocracy. Theocracy is a form of government in which a god or deity is recognized as the state's supreme civil ruler.Another view: A government controlled church also means less religious freedom to worship as your conscience dictates, and more religious persecution.
Secularist Government, Also known as Seperation of Church and State.
A state run by the church is called a theocracy. In a theocracy, religious leaders hold political power and influence government policies and decisions based on religious principles.
No religious test can be given as a prerequisite for a government job of any type. (Separation of church and state is the precedent for this.)
This has been answered many times by the courts: Church Schools that receive no state (government; state or federal) funding do not violate the separation of church and state. Further, no classes held in a church (that do receive government funding) violate the separation clause as long as the 'church' and its religious edict (teachings) is left out of the curriculum.
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Connecticut's government was heavily influenced by Puritan beliefs, as the colony was founded by settlers seeking religious freedom in the early 17th century. The Fundamental Orders of 1638-1639 established a government that intertwined civil and religious authority, reflecting the Puritan emphasis on a moral society governed by biblical principles. The Congregational Church was established as the state church, and this close relationship between church and state persisted for many years, shaping laws and public policy. However, by the 19th century, calls for religious freedom and the separation of church and state began to gain traction, leading to a more secular approach in governance.
"Antidisestablishmentarianism is a political philosophy opposed to the separation of a religious group ("church") and a government ("state"), esp. the belief held by those in 19th century England opposed to separating the Anglican church from the civil government."
No. In the United States, we have separation of church and state.
Both church and state are separate entities, each having its own governing body. The only time the government or state have cause to act is when some offense by a church member or the church itself contradicts the laws of that state. If a man murders or steals then the church takes its own action, but then the person must face the legal requirements of the states laws.
Jefferson is often cited as the author of the modern idea of "separation of church and state". Today the phrase is used to inhibit religious practices in any venue that might be considered to be under the supervision of direct government. In fact, Jefferson was advocating for the right of free religious expression without interference from government. His "wall of separation between church and state' was meant to protect the church from government encroachment, not to put up barriers to the free practice of religion.
The main idea behind the segregation of church and state is to ensure that religious institutions do not have direct influence or control over government affairs, and vice versa. This separation helps to protect individual freedoms, prevent religious discrimination, and maintain a fair and impartial government that represents all citizens, regardless of their beliefs.