Belarusian nationalism and the clash of civilizations
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This article examines how the religious split between the Orthodox majority and Catholic minority in Belarus has historically impeded the Belarusian national movement. Topics addressed include political power and religion in Belarus, the rise of neo-Protestantism, and the impact of a religious trichotomy on Belarusian nationalism and international stability.
Publication Name: International Journal of Sociology
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0020-7659
Year: 2001
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The Belarusian road to modernity
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This article explores the historical development of Belarus, focusing on the cultural and political implications of the transformation from a pre-industrial society to a modern, industrial society. Topics addressed include the development of a capitalist economy, national language, mass education system, social mobility, urbanization, and nation-state.
Publication Name: International Journal of Sociology
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0020-7659
Year: 2001
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Belarus between the East and the West: the Soviet-Russian option versus the nationalist option in Belarusian society
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This article examines the cultural, political, and historical factors that have influenced the geopolitical position of Belarus, focusing on how Belarusian society values compare to those of Western and East-Central Europe. Topics addressed include the relationship between Soviet ideology, nationalism, and democratic values in Belarus.
Publication Name: International Journal of Sociology
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0020-7659
Year: 2001
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