Religion and Democracy in America

Flashcards covering key concepts related to religion and democracy in America, including perspectives from Tocqueville and Strong, and the case of Mormonism.

Alexis de Tocqueville wrote?

Wrote 'Democracy in America' (1835/40)

Democracy in America

A book written by Alexis de Tocqueville that explores the essence of American attitude and democracy, noting the accord between politics and religion — reason it survives is due to separation of religion and state, and the religious moral foundation

Josiah Strong wrote? Message?

Author of 'Our Country' (1885) who advocated for the protection of American culture from immigration and other religions, reflecting a nativistic and racist perspective. ANTI CATHOLIC

Our Country

A book by Josiah Strong that argues for the protection of American Culture. Strong expresses concern about immigration and other religions and contains sharp ethnic components.

Joseph Smith

The founder of Mormonism, who developed a unique religious practice and ran for President to promote his movement.

Religious Egalitarianism

The concept of equality among religions, which paradoxically opened the way for new religious offshoots like Mormonism but also faced boundaries and exclusion.