American and European Understandings of Christian Nationalism

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Abstract

There has been a recent flood of literature in the field examining the way that Christian nationalism manifests itself within the American political system. However, European conceptions of Christian nationalism have largely fallen under the radar; typically, only being captured within discussions of the far right or state development. Analyzing the rhetoric used by political leaders in the United States and portions of Eastern Europe, this paper aims to bridge the divide by comparing contemporary American and European perspectives on the use of Christianity, and Christian symbolism, in defining what the national identity is and who belongs to it.

Author

• Sean D. Harris, Eastern University