mennonitism
Definition
Noun: A system of religious beliefs and practices based on the teachings of Menno Simons, characterized by emphasis on the authority of the Bible, adult baptism, simplicity in dress and lifestyle, the ordinance of foot washing, and the practice of endogamy (marriage within the religious community).
Usage
Mennonitism is used to refer to the collective doctrines and way of life of the Mennonite Christian denomination. * The community's pacifism and simplicity are core tenets of Mennonitism. * Her research focuses on the historical development of Mennonitism in North America. * Mennonitism emphasizes a direct and personal interpretation of scripture.
Advanced Usage
- Cultural Mennonitism: Sometimes used to distinguish ethnic or cultural affiliation with Mennonite communities from active religious belief and practice.
- He identifies with cultural Mennonitism through his family heritage, though he is not a practicing member of the church.
Variants and Related Words
- Mennonite (noun): A member of a Christian group practicing Mennonitism.
- The Mennonites built a new meeting house.
- Mennonite (adjective): Relating to Mennonites or Mennonitism.
- They follow Mennonite traditions.
Synonyms
- Anabaptist doctrine (specifically the branch following Menno Simons)
- Mennonite faith
Related Concepts
- Anabaptism: The broader 16th-century Radical Reformation movement from which Mennonitism originated. All Mennonites are Anabaptists, but not all Anabaptists are Mennonites.
- Amish: A related but distinct conservative Anabaptist group that split from the Mennonites in the late 17th century.
Noun
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system of beliefs and practices including belief in scriptural authority; plain dress; adult baptism; foot washing; restriction of marriage to members of the group
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