Atheism, Fundamentalism and the Protestant Reformation

Fraser, Liam Jerrold

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“…Generally, this view is termed Young Earth Crea tionism. 13 It has been suggested by Fraser 14 that the literal, univocal and perspicuous understanding of Genesis can only be dated to the Reformation at the earliest and did not attain its current form until the late seventeenth century. It is also a view of scripture that seems to be assum -ed by many atheists.…”

Section: Young Earth Creationism (Yec)mentioning

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A Summary of Approaches to the Interpretation of the Creation Narratives in the Early Chapters of Genesis

Spence¹

2021

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There are a number of different views of the creation stories held by individuals, churches and denominations, some of which are held strongly which can cause disagreement if not division. Nevertheless, when the different views are considered together in a spirit of humility it becomes obvious there is considerable overlap as well as space for different opinions to be held together in Christian fellowship. It is anticipated that this summary may be useful to individuals and churches who are seeking harmony and reconciliation rather than entrenched positions. It should help to show that certain issues need not be as divisive as imagined. Unity in big picture truths rather than dogmatism in regard to more incidental aspects will assist the healing process if such be required.

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Section: Young Earth Creationism (Yec)mentioning

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A Summary of Approaches to the Interpretation of the Creation Narratives in the Early Chapters of Genesis

Spence¹

2021

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“…Fundamentālismu raksturojošais separātisms un vēlme pēc morālas un doktrināras tīrības neizbēgami noved pie radikāliem iekšējās attīrīšanās procesiem. 38 Bībeles burtiskā lasījuma aizstāvēšanas vārdā tiek attaisnota neiecietība, ko Rozentāls ļoti precīzi raksturo: "Nezināšana un nevēlēšanās zināt, neizpratne un nevēlēšanās saprast, ieklausīties, sadzirdēt. Nevēlēšanās cienīt un mīlēt."…”

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Fundamentālisms kā kristīgās ticības fenomens Latvijā

Balode¹,

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Rozners³

2020

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Although in the modern age fundamentalism is sometimes considered a phenomenon that no longer has a place in it, it is not so. Fundamentalism is formed in the dialectic between the need of one part of society for change and the reaction of another part of society to it as undesirable and dangerous. The study examines the history of the formation of Christian fundamentalism, focussing on three characteristic features of the phenomenon in the context of the 21st century. Firstly, it is a fundamental abandonment of the historically critical method of researching the Bible, preferring instead a literal interpretation of the Bible that views the text as verbally inspired, inerrant, and infallible. Literal reading can concur with a belief in the only correct doctrine, a distinctly dualistic vision of the world, and a sense of radically exclusive self-awareness. When it comes to winning fundamental battles over biblical truth, fundamentalist arguments become radical and intolerant. Thus, the next feature is justification of intolerance in the name of defending the literal reading of the Bible. It can be directed against individuals or groups outside the community, but equally against individuals within the community. The third feature is that the battlefield is not always limited to matters affecting the life of the church but extends to society as a whole. Namely, when socio-political tendencies are not in line with the “biblical truth”, fundamentalists become loud and politically active. Authors argue that there are clear signs of fundamentalistic tendencies in Latvian Christian society and clergy. Interviews with clergy show a strong belief in the inerrancy and infallibility of the Bible. The exegesis of fundamentalism is oriented towards the maintenance of a single truth. There should be a single interpretation of the texts, therefore, in order to adhere to and defend its exegetical view, fundamentalism needs various aids, including the authority of the church and the strict boundaries, which must not be violated. The study looks at two examples, where certain Latvian denominations have taken on the role of disciplinarians, pushing out dissidents. The political activities of the Christian denominations in Latvia also reveal fears that the modern age may bring about the loss of Bible’s authority. Consequently, morality is enforced, and Fundamentalism defends its positions trying to impose the relevant paradigms upon the entire society

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Renewing Atheism

Steinhart

2022

Palgrave Frontiers in Philosophy of Religion

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Atheism, Fundamentalism and the Protestant Reformation

Cited by 9 publications

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A Summary of Approaches to the Interpretation of the Creation Narratives in the Early Chapters of Genesis

A Summary of Approaches to the Interpretation of the Creation Narratives in the Early Chapters of Genesis

Fundamentālisms kā kristīgās ticības fenomens Latvijā

Renewing Atheism

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