Understanding Anabaptist Beliefs and Practices

Anabaptistical is a term used to describe the beliefs and practices of the Anabaptist movement, which emerged in the 16th century as a branch of the Protestant Reformation. The word "anabaptist" means "re-baptizer," because one of the key beliefs of this movement was that adult believers should be baptized upon their profession of faith, rather than infants as was the practice of many mainstream Christian denominations at the time.
Anabaptists also emphasized the importance of personal conversion, the authority of the Bible, and the separation of church and state. They rejected infant baptism, believing that it was not scriptural and that it undermined the significance of adult baptism. They also believed in the priesthood of all believers, which meant that all Christians were equal before God and had a direct relationship with Him, rather than relying on intermediaries like priests or bishops.
Anabaptistical beliefs and practices have influenced many Christian denominations over the centuries, including the Amish, Mennonites, and Brethren in Christ. Today, there are still many churches and communities that identify as Anabaptist or have Anabaptist roots.