The Transformation of Sacred Spaces: Examining the Consequences of Forced Religious Conversions on Heritage Sites

Ehsan Kandil
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Ehsan Kandil: Phd Student in Communication, Educational, and Humanities School, Universitat Internacional De Catalunya, Spain

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2024, vol. 8, issue 8, 4297-4301

Abstract: This study examines the repercussions of forced religious conversions on heritage sites, with a focus on the transformation of Hagia Sophia and the Shah Ramzan Mahi Savar Shrine. Utilizing secondary data analysis and literature review, the research investigates the effects of such conversions on religious harmony and tensions.The conversion of Hagia Sophia into a mosque in 2020 and the change of the Shah Ramzan Mahi Savar Shrine into a Hindu temple in 1990 are analyzed as case studies to underline the intricate complexities and outcomes of altering the function and ownership of religious sites. The findings suggest that these conversions have marginalized original religious groups, disrupted spiritual harmony, caused emotional distress, and fostered societal unrest, thereby impeding interfaith dialogue and collaboration. The study advocates for the protection of religious heritage sites, the promotion of interfaith dialogue, and the cultivation of mutual respect among diverse religious communities to counteract division and discrimination and advance peaceful coexistence.

Date: 2024
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