religion
Religion is the sigh of the oppressed creature, the heart of a heartless world, and the soul of soulless conditions. It is the opium of the people.
- Karl Marx
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Communism, Lenin, and religion: For a paradise in this world!
Marxists have always stood for materialism, in opposition to all forms of idealism – including religion. But as Lenin explained, the communist approach to religion requires tact and sensitivity. Our task is to achieve a ‘paradise’ in this world.
Christianity in decline – Another pillar of the establishment crumbles
The latest census figures have revealed a drop in support for Christianity, highlighting the diminishing influence of the Church. This has important implications for the class struggle, representing a blow to the capitalist establishment.
‘The sigh of an oppressed creature’: Marxism and religion
Jack Halinski-Fitzpatrick discusses the Marxist view of religion.