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Anabaptism

Radical Reformation, 1525 Switzerland. Adult baptism, pacifism, separation of church and state. Persecuted by both Catholics and Protestants. Parent of Mennonites, Amish, Hutterites.

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Mennonites concept

Founded by Menno Simons in 1536, Netherlands. Pacifist, community-oriented, simple living. Range from traditional to progressive congregations worldwide.

Amish concept

Split from Mennonites in 1693, led by Jakob Ammann. Known for plain dress, horse-and-buggy, and Ordnung (community rules). Reject most modern technology.