Christian fundamentalists

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  • Created on: 16-01-17 10:45
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  • Christian Fundamentalism
    • Definition: A form of a religion, especially Islam or Protestant Christianity, that upholds belief in the strict, literal interpretation of scripture.
    • Movement that started early 20th century
      • A response to new scientific theories (particularly evolution)
        • Charles Darwin
      • Another response was to Biblical criticisms
      • To prevent the basics of christianity
      • Protestant movement
      • Started in America
      • For example, they are trying to force creationism on schools rather than evolution
    • Aim: to protect the basis of christianity
      • Might lead people to believe the Bible is true
        • Might stop believing in God
    • Catholics have never believed  that the Bible is fundamentally true.

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