Haugean movement

The Haugean movement was a 19th-century religious revival in Norway, initiated by Hans Nielsen Hauge. It emphasized personal faith, Bible study, and moral living outside traditional church structures. The movement encouraged laypeople to actively participate in spiritual growth and community service, promoting a more personal and direct approach to Christianity. It also fostered social and economic reform, helping ordinary people improve their lives. The Haugean movement influenced Norwegian society by inspiring religious enthusiasm, greater lay involvement, and a focus on individual responsibility in faith and community well-being.