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

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

From Vondel's Lucifer by Vondel, Joost van den

Anabaptism no doubt was accounted a social as well as a theological crime; but no one ever dreamed of regarding Ann Ascue or Frith as politically dangerous.

From England under the Tudors by Innes, Arthur D. (Arthur Donald)

For while Lutheranism stood essentially for passive obedience, and flourished nowhere save as a state church, Anabaptism was frankly revolutionary and often socialistic.

From The Age of the Reformation by Smith, Preserved

But mere Independency now, or even Anabaptism, was nothing very shocking in Scotland; it was the increase of newer sectaries that alarmed the clergy.

From The Life of John Milton, Volume 5 (of 7), 1654-1660 by Masson, David