Why is it called the Bible Belt?
Origin of bible-belt
The name is derived from the heavy emphasis on literal interpretations of the Bible in Evangelical denominations. The term “Bible Belt” was coined by the American journalist and social commentator, H.L. Mencken, in the early 1920s.
What is it like living in the Bible Belt?
For some, living in the Bible Belt is a forced lifestyle. Every mile is occupied by a church and is a constant reminder that those who are different are not welcomed. The Bible Belt is a community that pressures those who are otherwise non-religious and non-Christian to conform. It is a closed and clique-esque group.
What states are the Sunbelt states?
The Kinder Institute defines the Sun Belt as all areas in the continental U.S. below 36 degrees 30 minutes north latitude. The region comprises 15 states — Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas.