montanist in a sentence
n.
Definition
Montanist refers to a member of a 2nd-century Christian movement that emphasized prophetic revelations and ecstatic experiences, often seen as a challenge to the established church's authority.
Sample Sentences
- The Montanist movement emerged in the second century as a reaction against the established church.
- Critics of Montanism argued that its ecstatic prophecies undermined the authority of scripture.
- Many early church leaders viewed Montanists as heretical due to their radical views on prophecy and the Holy Spirit.
- The teachings of Montanism emphasized a direct and personal experience of divine revelation.
- Despite its decline, Montanism influenced various aspects of later Christian mysticism and spirituality.
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