Religious movement explained

A religious movement is a theological, social, political, or philosophical interpretation of religion that is not generally represented and controlled by a specific church, sect, or denomination. A religious movement is characterized by significant growth in people, ideas and culture. Otherwise, it ceases to be a movement.

Christian movements

See also: List of Christian movements.

• Charismatic movement
• Christian fundamentalism movement
• Home church movement
• Mission movement
• Revival movement
• Reform movements
  • Ecumenical movement
  • Protestantism
  • Religious orders

Other religious movements

• Fundamentalism – "Global fundamentalism," is an uncomplimentary epithet for religious groups that are viewed as out of sync with the modern world. ^[1]
• New Age movement
• New religious movement
  • Cult

Related types of social movements

• Art movement
• Civil rights movement
• Human rights movement
• Labour movement
• Peace movement
• Political movement
• Social movement

Notes and References

1. Web site: Religious Movements . Encyclopedia.com . 29 July 2024 .