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Quakerism

American  
[kwey-kuh-riz-uhm] / ˈkweɪ kəˌrɪz əm /

noun

  1. the beliefs, principles, and practices of Quakers.


Etymology

Origin of Quakerism

First recorded in 1650–60; Quaker + -ism

Example Sentences

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When conscientious objectors are asked to establish their bona fides, the fact that they belong to a tradition with pacifist commitments — such as Quakerism — may be taken as a useful proxy.

From New York Times • Nov. 30, 2021

Her books and research explore themes of global Christianity, Quakerism, gender, race, and popular culture.

From Slate • Sep. 30, 2020

“It’s like we put black gospel and Anglican high church and contemplative Quakerism all in a blender,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2020

It was a place of horizon-gazers, seafarers and lighthouse keepers, where men were often away and Quakerism honoured gender equality.

From Nature • Jun. 17, 2018

Whenever his Quakerism permits, he stands out a normal man and a genuine American.

From John Greenleaf Whittier His Life, Genius, and Writings by Kennedy, W. Sloane