Taylor Swift: Popikone meets theology - this is how Vienna celebrates its legend!

Taylor Swift: Popikone meets theology - this is how Vienna celebrates its legend!

Wien, Österreich - in Vienna, the Popikone Taylor Swift was recognized with an extraordinary academy event. On January 9, 2025, the workshop "Take Us to Church, Taylor!" at the Catholic theological faculty of the University of Vienna. As part of this two -day event, theologians explore how the songs and appearances of the singer touch religious aspects and what spiritual needs she meets with her fans. Linda Kreuzer, the organizer of the workshop, explained: "Obviously she satisfies spiritual needs" and refers to the worship of Swift by her fans, which she viewed as everyday, reported Kathpress.

A look at the phenomenon Taylor Swift

The extraordinary attraction of Taylor Swift also became clear at their concerts in August 2024 when they had to be canceled due to a threatened terrorist attack. Fans showed solidarity in the downtown Vienna, which the Swift phenomenon illustrates particularly well. The Lutheran town church opened its gates to offer grieving fans a space for their emotions, which underlines the pastoral influence of the "Swift hype". Kreutzer emphasized that during the cancellation they came into influence on Swift's influence, which led to the planning of the workshop. During the event, the lecture "Taylor Swift service" by the theologian Silvie Pölzer is also illuminated.

How the variety of Swift's appearances captivates the fans under its spell, was also evident in their ability to inspire with authentic presence. According to a report by Ribbon Magazine, Swifties establishes the connection to her artist by interpreting every movement and gesture and thus getting into a kind of ecstasy. Swift easily switches between its performative role and personal addressing to the audience. They make their authenticity and dealing with misfortune tangible for their fans, which reinforces the relationship in a special way.