Doukhobor
a member of an independent religious sect originating in Russia in the 18th century, believing in the supreme authority of the inner voice and in the transmigration of souls, rejecting the divinity of Christ and the establishing of churches, and expressing opposition to civil authority by refusing to pay taxes, do military service, etc.
Origin of Doukhobor
1- Also Dukhobor.
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British Dictionary definitions for Doukhobor
Dukhobor
/ (ˈduːkəʊˌbɔː) /
a member of a Russian sect of Christians that originated in the 18th century. In the late 19th century a large minority emigrated to W Canada, where most Doukhobors now live
Origin of Doukhobor
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