Date of Award
1977
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Political Science
Supervisor
G. P. Means
Language
English
Abstract
This thesis examines the influence of the Roman Catholic Church on the modernization of Colombia. Although a history of the Church's political involvement is included, the major emphasis is on the recent changes in the role of the Church in Colombia that have been prompted by the Vatican and by pressure from leftist priests within the country. The activities of various groups of these progressive priests are examined and the validity of their contribution to the modernization process is questioned. Despite the struggles of the leftist clergy, it is concluded that because of the position of the hierarchy of the Colombian Church and the nature of the Church's ties to developed countries, unless there are further radical changes in the position of the Colombian Church, it will not be a significant force in the necessary restructuring of Colombian society.
Recommended Citation
Brisbin, Virginia Louise, "The Influence of the Roman Catholic Church on Modernization in Colombia" (1977). Open Access Dissertations and Theses. Paper 4667.
http://digitalcommons.mcmaster.ca/opendissertations/4667
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