Anabaptist

usgb/ˌænəˈbæptɪst/
noun

A member of a Christian denomination that believes in baptizing only adults and not children.

My neighbor is an Anabaptist, so they believe in baptizing adults instead of young kids.
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Often appears as...

  • anabaptist faith
  • anabaptist tradition
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Religious Context

Used specifically for discussing certain Christian groups, respecting their religious beliefs and practices.

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Historical discussions often mention Anabaptist movements in Europe.
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Adult Baptism

Emphasizes the practice of baptizing individuals at an age of understanding, not as infants.

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The Anabaptist ceremony was beautiful, with adults choosing to be baptized.
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Historical Origins

Originated in the 16th century Reformation, distinguishing it from older or more mainstream Christian groups.

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Anabaptists began as a radical group during the Reformation.
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