Rhidenour, KaylaGalvin, KatherineBaylor University.2020-05-262020-05-2620202020-05-26https://hdl.handle.net/2104/10908This thesis analyzes the idea of religious freedom by taking a closer look at how three countries, Israel, France and the United States, have implemented the notion of separation of church and state. I propose that the separation of religion from government is not a binary issue, but has instead produced three main interpretations which we will call freedom for, freedom from, and freedom of religion. Within each of these countries, I examine the history, legislation and judicial decisions that have brought them to their current conceptualization of religious freedom and how these policies affect the daily lives of those living within their domain.en-USBaylor University projects are protected by copyright. They may be viewed from this source for any purpose, but reproduction or distribution in any format is prohibited without written permission. Contact libraryquestions@baylor.edu for inquiries about permission.Church/State Issues.Religious Freedom in Israel.Religious Freedom the United States.Laïcité.ThesisWorldwide access