Fundamentalism

Real World Example

In the 1920s, fundamentalism arose as a reaction against the rapid social and cultural changes of the Roaring Twenties, including the rise of Modernist theology and the questioning of traditional religious beliefs. Many people were concerned that new scientific theories, like evolution, and the growing secularism were threatening the core values of their faith. This led to events like the famous Scopes "Monkey" Trial in 1925, where a teacher was tried for teaching evolution in school, highlighting the tension between modern science and traditional beliefs. Today, fundamentalism still matters as many groups continue to hold strong to their traditional beliefs in response to modern societal changes. For example, debates over topics such as climate change or vaccination can sometimes become heated when fundamentalist views clash with scientific perspectives, affecting community decisions and policies.