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montanist in a sentence

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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.

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  1. The Montanist movement emerged in the second century as a reaction against the established church.
  2. Critics of Montanism argued that its ecstatic prophecies undermined the authority of scripture.
  3. Many early church leaders viewed Montanists as heretical due to their radical views on prophecy and the Holy Spirit.
  4. The teachings of Montanism emphasized a direct and personal experience of divine revelation.
  5. Despite its decline, Montanism influenced various aspects of later Christian mysticism and spirituality.

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