Anabaptism

American  

[an-uh-bap-tiz-uhm] / ˌæn əˈbæpˌtɪz əm /

noun

1. a branch of Christianity, beginning in Europe after 1520, that denies the validity of infant baptism, baptizes believers only, and traditionally emphasizes simplicity, compassion, nonviolence, and the separation of church and state.

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Anabaptism

Anabaptism is a Christian movement dating back to 16th century Europe centered around a literal interpretation of Jesus' teachings and adult baptism.

From Reuters ● Oct. 19, 2021

For the first few years of its existence Anabaptism remained true to its original theologico-ethical principles.

From German Culture Past and Present by Ernest Belfort Bax

Moreover, he had long been drifting away from the creed of his early childhood, the Anabaptism of his parents.

From Vondel's Lucifer by Joost van den Vondel

The followers of Hans Hutt in the city of Steyr developed the socialistic tendencies of Anabaptism.

From Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church by F. (Friedrich) Bente

The person commissioned to present it was a poor young man, suspected of Anabaptism, and a refugee from France.

From The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 09 by Rossiter Johnson

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