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Christian Nationalism and the Paradox of Secularism
Philosophical, Theological, and Historical Reflections on Religious Nationalism
Series: - Value Inquiry Book Series, Volume: 406
- Social Philosophy, Volume: 406
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Christian nationalism is a backlash against the success of secularism and the growth of nonreligion. Its proponents go so far as to claim that secularism is diabolical. This rejection of secularism poses a significant challenge for secular systems, which aim to be inclusive of diverse religious ideas. This book explains the depth of this challenge while recounting the views of Christian nationalists, including Donald Trump. It shows how key figures in the American traditionâAdams, Jefferson, Madison, and othersâpromoted political secularism. It uses Christian theology and modern political philosophy to argue in defence of secularism and against Christian nationalism.
Andrew Fiala, Ph.D., Professor of Philosophy, California State University, Fresno. His recent publications include Seeking Common Ground: Theist/Atheist Dialogue (2021); Tyranny from Plato to Trump (2022); Can War be Justified? (2023); Ethics: Theory and Contemporary Issues (2023) and Archetypes of Wisdom (2024).
The book is relevant to students of political philosophy, political theology, and American political thought. It will be of interest to educated citizens concerned about the challenge of Christian nationalism.