Discourse at the Philharmonie What does democracy lose when religion no longer matters?

Bald man with glasses, wearing a dark suit, white shirt, and red striped tie, smiling at the camera against a plain white background.
Dr. Gregor Gysi | Picture: Pressefoto
A man with wavy light brown hair wearing a dark striped blazer and maroon shirt stands outdoors, with blurred trees and buildings in the background.
Hartmut Rosa | Picture: Jürgen Scheere

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    Biennale of the Berliner Philharmoniker


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    Religion’s influence has declined dramatically in recent years. At the same time, democratic societies face daunting challenges: a second Trump presidency backed by his evangelical base, a resurgence of fundamentalist movements, and the increasingly brazen normalisation of right-wing populist thinking — all while the Christian churches continue to erode. So what exactly do society and democracy lose when religion falls silent? And where might religion’s potential lie in shaping our democracy? Join politician Gregor Gysi and sociologist Hartmut Rosa as they debate these questions with Christiane Florin.


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    Gregor Gysi
    Hartmut Rosa
    Christiane Florin


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    Gregor Gysi und Hartmut Rosa in conversation with Christiane Florin


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    Duration ca. 1 hour and 30 minutes

    This event will be held in German.

    In co-operation with Deutschlandfunk


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    Chamber Music Hall Upper Foyer

    13 €

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