Jewish fundamentalism

The term Jewish fundamentalism may refer to[1] militant religious Zionism[2] or Ashkenazi or Sephardi ultra-orthodox Judaism.[2]

The term "fundamentalism" was originally used in reference to certain Christian groups but today commonly refers to the anti-modernist movements of any religion based on literal interpretation of religious scriptures.[3]

See also

References

  1. ^ Jewish fundamentalism (Encyclopædia Britannica)
  2. ^ a b Encyclopædia Britannica: Jewish fundamentalism in Israel
  3. ^ For the Land and the Lord: Jewish Fundamentalism in Israel - I. Introduction: Definitions and Terminology: Fundamentalist vs. Ultra-Orthodox

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