THE '' MANICHAEISM '' TAP : PRECIS

 

Manichaesm was an ancient religion in Persia. It belived that the universe was dominated by two forces [ good and evil ] - one represented by light and other by darkness.

Today, the term 'Manichean' is used as a disparaging term to describe someone who disregards shades of grey or who adopts a strong ''us -versus- them'' mindset.

According to the American professor of Ethics  William F May, Manichaeism reduces distinctions to a ' cosmic struggle ' between two rival powers : good and evil.

A form of Manichaeism has been particularly strong in American politics, especially among right-wing groups.

The World Students Society thanks Nadeem F. Paracha.