Religion

How religious actors, ideas, and institutions influence social and political change

The Religion research group examines how religious actors, ideas, and institutions influence social and political processes.

We explore issues at the intersection of religion, conflict, and peacebuilding.

The main research themes include the following:

  • How religious actors, ideas, and institutions influence social and political change
  • The ethical foundations guiding the use of armed force, as understood within different religious traditions
  • The interconnection between religious doctrines, rhetoric, practices, and motivations, on matters relating to peacebuilding and war.

The researchers have diverse disciplinary backgrounds, including development studies, philosophy, political science, religious studies, social geography, and sociology. Religion research at PRIO combines empirical work with strong theoretical ambitions. We aim at advancing the scholarly study of religion, while at the same time providing relevant knowledge and analysis to policymakers and practitioners.

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