Straight White American Jesus
Special Episode: The Colonized God: Reflections on Christian Nationalism and Jesus by Dr. Matthew Taylor
Jul 16, 2024
Dr. Matthew Taylor discusses Christian nationalism and the complex relationship between Christian nationalists and non-nationalists. He explores the impact of Christian supremacy on American politics, reflections on Jesus teachings, and the need for humility and compassion in contemporary society.
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Quick takeaways
- Christian supremacists merge Christianity with power, seen in Capitol rioters invoking Jesus on January 6th.
- Core message advocates humility and compassion, contrasting with Christian supremacists seeking dominance.
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Understanding Christian Supremacists and Nationalists
Christian supremacists and nationalists leverage Christianity for power, exemplified by the Capitol rioters who invoked Jesus in the events of January 6, 2021. The merging of Americana and Christian piety denotes American Christian nationalism, but a more concentrated aspect, Christian supremacy, demands Christian superiority in society. This niche ideology intertwines with white supremacy, advocating for theocracy and societal reorganization under Christian beliefs.
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