Civilisation, Religion, and the Construction of History: How Ancient Societies Shaped the Contemporary World

@phdthesis{george2026civilisation,
  author       = {GEORGE, SHIJO},
  title        = {{Civilisation, Religion, and the Construction of History: How Ancient Societies Shaped the Contemporary World}},
  year         = {2026},
  month        = oct,
  date         = {2026-10-29},
  type         = {Thesis},
  doi          = {10.5281/zenodo.23768643},
  url          = {https://lifeofresearch.com/theses/157},
  abstract     = {Civilisation, religion, and historical consciousness have played fundamental roles in shaping the contemporary world. From the emergence of early urban societies in Mesopotamia and ancient Egypt to the philosophical, religious, and political traditions of South Asia, China, Greece, and Rome, human communities have developed systems of belief, governance, knowledge, and cultural memory that continue to influence modern society. This research paper examines the complex relationship between ancient civilisations, religious institutions, and the construction of historical narratives, exploring how these forces shaped moral values, political authority, legal systems, education, literature, social identity, and collective memory. It investigates the development of religious traditions, the emergence of writing and historical documentation, and the transmission of cultural knowledge through migration, trade, conquest, and intellectual exchange. Particular attention is given to the ways religious and historical narratives have been used both to strengthen social cohesion and to legitimise political power, hierarchy, and exclusion. The study also considers the contributions of philosophical inquiry, scientific development, and intercultural dialogue to the transformation of human civilisation. Using a comparative historical and interdisciplinary approach, the paper argues that the contemporary world cannot be attributed to a single civilisation, religion, or geographical region; rather, it has emerged through centuries of interaction, adaptation, conflict, and cooperation among diverse societies. By critically examining these historical processes, the research highlights the importance of historical literacy, religious pluralism, cultural understanding, and ethical responsibility in addressing contemporary challenges and promoting a more peaceful, inclusive, and informed global society.

Keywords: Civilisation, religion, historical consciousness, ancient societies, cultural exchange, political authority, collective memory, social institutions, modernity, global society.},
  language     = {en},
  copyright    = {Creative Commons Attribution 4.0}
}