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How did religion change as a result of colonialism and Western influence in the Middle East and Asia?
Let's start with the Middle East. Can you give me an overview of how colonialism and Western influence impacted religion in that region?
Certainly. In the Middle East, colonial powers like Britain and France exerted significant political and economic control over many countries in the region, which often had an impact on religious beliefs and practices. For example, some colonial powers enforced secular policies that limited the influence of religious authorities, while others sought to promote certain religious traditions over others.