millernarian movements Flashcards

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what are millenarian movements?

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social movements that anticipate social change often associated with religion

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What are millenarian movements?

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Social movements anticipating a transformative change in society, often associated with religious beliefs.

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What does millenarianism refer to?

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The belief in a coming transformative period, often linked to the ‘thousand years’ mentioned in the Book of Revelation.

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How do millenarian movements often interpret religious texts?

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They interpret scripture as predicting impending change or divine intervention.

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What psychological aspects are common among followers of millenarian movements?

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A sense of urgency and need for radical change, leading to heightened emotional states and group cohesion.

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What historical example of a millenarian movement occurred in the 19th century in the United States?

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The Millerite movement, which anticipated the Second Coming of Christ in 1844.

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What contemporary examples exist of millenarian movements?

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Various New Age religions or groups warning of ecological or technological apocalypses.

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Who is a key sociologist associated with millenarian movements?

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Max Weber.

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What concept did Max Weber introduce that is relevant to millenarian movements?

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‘Charismatic authority,’ which explains how leaders mobilize followers during social upheaval.

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What did Bryan Wilson study in relation to millenarian movements?

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He studied them within the context of modernity and secularization as responses to social and existential crises.

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What do feminist perspectives critique about traditional gender roles in millenarian movements?

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They critique how these movements uphold traditional gender roles and reinforce societal norms limiting women’s rights.

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Fill in the blank: Millenarian movements often anticipate a _______ change in society.

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[transformative]

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True or False: Millenarian movements are primarily secular in nature.

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False

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What type of societal issues do millenarian movements typically seek to address?

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Issues related to peace and justice.

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In millenarian movements, what event is often associated with the arrival of a new ideal state of existence?

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A cataclysmic or apocalyptic event.

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List two key sociologists who have studied millenarian movements.

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  • Max Weber
  • Bryan Wilson
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What is a common emotional state experienced by followers of millenarian movements?

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Heightened emotional states.