freedom of religion

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A civil right guaranteeing the free exercise of religious beliefs: "freedom of religion" is a fundamental right that protects an individual's liberty to practice, change, or abstain from religion without government interference or persecution.
Usage
  • This term is used in legal, political, and social contexts to discuss a foundational human and civil right.
  • It is often cited in debates about the separation of church and state, religious tolerance, and individual liberties.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • The country's constitution enshrines freedom of religion for all its citizens.
    • Many early settlers came to America seeking freedom of religion.
Advanced Usage
  • "To violate freedom of religion": to infringe upon or deny this right.
    • The new law was criticized for potentially violating freedom of religion.
  • "Championing freedom of religion": actively supporting and defending this right.
    • The organization is dedicated to championing freedom of religion worldwide.
Variants and Related Words
  • Religious freedom (n): A synonymous phrase for freedom of religion.
    • International treaties often protect religious freedom.
  • Freedom of worship (n): A closely related concept, sometimes used more narrowly to refer specifically to the act of religious practice.
    • The decree guaranteed freedom of worship for all faiths.
Synonyms
  • Liberty of conscience: Freedom to follow one's own beliefs in matters of religion.
  • Free exercise of religion: The legal principle, often used in constitutional law, that individuals are free to practice their religion.
Related Phrases
  • Separation of church and state: A doctrine advocating for a clear division between religious institutions and government, often seen as a means to protect freedom of religion.
    • The principle of separation of church and state is crucial for maintaining freedom of religion.
  • Establishment Clause: A specific clause in the U.S. Constitution's First Amendment that prohibits the government from establishing an official religion, closely tied to freedom of religion.
    • The Establishment Clause works in tandem with the Free Exercise Clause to ensure freedom of religion.
Noun
  1. a civil right guaranteed by the First Amendment to the US Constitution