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shakerism


Meanings
  • noun

    A religious movement that emerged in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, characterized by ecstatic dancing and speaking in tongues.

    - "The Shaker community is known for its distinctive dance rituals."
    - "Shakerism spread rapidly throughout the United States in the 1800s."
    - "The Shaker hymns are still sung in many churches today."

Variants
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Shaker , Shakerism , Shakerisms , shaker , shakers
Etymology
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Derived from the name of the Shaker religious movement, which emerged in the late 1700s.


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  1. The Shakers were known for their innovative inventions, including the flat broom, the wooden tub, and the cast-iron cauldron.

  2. The Shakers believed that the world would end in 1806, and many sold their possessions and prepared for the end.

  3. The Shaker hymn 'Simple Gifts' was composed by Elder Joseph Brackett and is still sung today as a secular folk song.


Related Concepts
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  1. Pentecostalism: A modern Christian movement that emphasizes the baptism of the Holy Spirit and the speaking in tongues as evidence of spiritual experience.

  2. Charismatic Christianity: A movement within Christianity that emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer, including the gifts of the Spirit such as speaking in tongues.


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Shakerism was a religious movement that emerged in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, characterized by ecstatic dancing and speaking in tongues. The Shakers believed that they were inspired by the Holy Spirit to perform these acts, which were seen as a way to experience a deeper connection to God. The movement spread rapidly throughout the United States, particularly in New England, and was known for its communal living arrangements, simple lifestyle, and innovative inventions. Shakerism had a significant impact on American culture, particularly in the areas of architecture, furniture design, and music.

How to Memorize "shakerism"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a group of people dancing ecstatically in a Shaker meetinghouse.
    - Imagine the simple, utilitarian design of a Shaker furniture piece.

  2. associate

    - Associate the term 'Shaker' with religious fervor and ecstatic dancing.
    - Think of the Shakers as pioneers of American culture and innovation.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember that Shakerism is a religious movement characterized by dancing and speaking in tongues.
    - Use the acronym S-H-A-K-E-R to remember the key features of Shakerism: Simple, Holy, Asctic, Kind, Ecstatic, Religious.


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