Science over Religion
Definition
This term refers to the preference or prioritization of scientific understanding and empirical evidence over religious beliefs or dogma. In US history, this has often been a point of contention between different societal groups.
Related terms
Enlightenment: A philosophical movement in 18th century Europe that emphasized reason and individualism rather than tradition; heavily influenced American thinking towards science.
Scopes Trial: A famous legal case in 1925 where high school teacher John Scopes was accused of violating Tennessee's Butler Act which made it unlawful to teach human evolution in any state-funded school.
Secularism: The principle of separation between government institutions and religious institutions.
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AP US History - 3.4 Philosophical Foundations of the American Revolution
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