Kinism

Kinism is a concept that emerged within some Christian identity and white nationalist groups in the United States. It is often associated with ideologies of white supremacy, Christian nationalism, and identity politics.

Proponents of kinism argue that kinship, often defined as an affinity and sense of shared identity, should be the primary mechanism for organizing society. This perspective is often tied to a view of Christianity as a western European or white cultural tradition. Kinists believe that kinship, exclusive of other groups, is necessary for the well-being and survival of both the individual and society at large.

Critics of kinism argue that it is a variant of white supremacy, aiming to justify racial superiority and privilege through a reinterpretation of Christian teachings. They point to the similarities between kinist ideology and white nationalist thought, including the promotion of racial purity and the marginalization of non-white and non-Christian groups.

Kinism has been criticized for its historical revisionism, particularly with regard to its account of slavery, racial violence, and Christian complicity in systems of oppression. Many scholars argue that kinist interpretations of Christianity reflect a selective reading of history, suppressing the diversity of Christian experiences across cultures and continents.

The kinist movement has been linked to extremist and hate groups, fueling controversies about its ties to violence, terrorism, and other forms of anti-social behavior. As a result, many conservative and progressive voices have condemned kinism as a form of heretical or anti-Christian ideology that subverts core Christian tenets of compassion, non-discrimination, and social justice.