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The article examines the changing social relationship with the sacred in postmodern Western society, focusing on imagery and symbolism.

March 19, 2026Open Access

Sacred and “Archetypal Images”. Religion and New Forms of Spirituality in Postmodern Society

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The article examines the changing social relationship with the sacred in postmodern Western society, focusing on imagery and symbolism.
Analyzed the concepts of sacred and spirituality through a depth sociology perspective.
Examined the juxtaposition of traditional Christian imagery and new spiritual forms.
Investigation of symbolic disarticulation and its effects on experience.
Identified two polarities of sacred imagery: 'diurnal order' related to Christianity and 'nocturnal order' for new spirituality.
Reported a blurring of 'archetypal images' in postmodern consciousness.
Found that individuals struggle to engage fully with the sacred, impacting their existential experiences.

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This article explores how social relationships with the sacred have changed, indicating new spiritual dynamics in society.

Antonio Camorrino (2025) studied this question.

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