La secularització
Example: La secularització va transformar profundament la societat catalana del segle XX.
Definition
"La secularització" refers to the process by which religion loses its influence over various aspects of society, culture, and government. It involves the decline of religious authority and the rise of secular values, often transforming social norms and institutions, as seen in 20th-century Catalonia.
Etymology
The word "la secularització" comes from the Catalan term derived from the Latin 'saecularis,' meaning 'worldly' or 'temporal.' It originally referred to things pertaining to a generation or age, but evolved to describe the movement away from religious to secular control or influence. Did you know? The concept gained prominence during the Enlightenment, reflecting growing emphasis on reason over faith.
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