The Opiate of the People: An Analysis of Religion’s Function in Class Society

The Opiate of the People: An Analysis of Religion’s Function in Class Society

Karl Marx’s assertion that “Religion is the opium of the people” stands as one of the most incisive and debated critiques of religion in the annals of modern thought. Originating from his 1843 work, A Contribution to the Critique of Hegel’s Philosophy of Right, this statement encapsulates a profound analysis of religion’s societal role, particularly […]

Is Pope Leo XIV the Right Pontiff for This Moment?

Is Pope Leo XIV the Right Pontiff for This Moment?

By Jose M. Vantroi Reyes T. | Editorial credit: Rokas Tenys / shutterstock.com  For me, the election of a new Pope —both because of how quickly it happened and because of who was chosen— fills me with enthusiasm. Although I consider myself a Catholic with limited participation in Church rituals, I have embraced its values […]