Religious conflicts

Definition

Religious conflicts refer to disputes and tensions that arise between different religious groups or within the same religious group, often resulting from differences in beliefs, practices, or doctrines. These conflicts can range from disagreements over rituals and interpretations to violent clashes between followers of different faiths.

Related terms

Religious intolerance: Refers to the lack of acceptance or respect for other religions or belief systems.

Religious persecution: Involves the mistreatment or oppression of individuals or groups based on their religious beliefs.

Religious syncretism: Describes the blending or merging of different religious traditions, practices, or beliefs into a new hybrid form.