National And Religious Unity In Terms Of Historical Transit

Abstract

The article analyses the issue of correlation of national and religious aspects in conditions of dynamically developing social relations. The urgency of this problem is due to the complex multinational and multireligious composition of modern states, Russia in particular. The aim of the work is to establish a link between the national and religious existence of a person and social communities, to develop proposals for harmonization of interethnic and inter-confessional relations. During this work, results of sociological studies of the level of religious commitment in Russia and the Krasnodar Krai were analysed. Conclusions about the need for closer study and consideration of interests of all ethnic groups, creating all necessary conditions aimed to preserve culture and traditions, are made. It seems appropriate to build awareness aimed at formation of both religious and national tolerance, respect for culture of other nations and ethnic groups. The state policy should be aimed at legislative consolidation and implementation of the principle of equality in relation to various confessions and nationalities, consistent observance of the principle of legality in activities of government bodies and formation and functioning of religious and public organizations. The state should take necessary measures to prevent politicization of interethnic and interfaith relations. A special role in resolving these issues should be played by regional government bodies and local governments that are closest to the population and have the full range of means of influence on the confessional and national interaction.