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Who are the shakers?
the shakers are a small religious section that was founded in machester,England, in 1747
What has the author Lucy Bowers written?
Lucy Bowers has written: 'Concise statements concerning the life and religious views of the Shakers' -- subject(s): Doctrines, Shakers 'Concise statements concerning the religious views of the Shakers' -- subject(s): Doctrines, Shakers
Are the shakers a cult?
No, the Shakers were a religious sect that originated in the 18th century and are known for their communal living, celibacy, and ecstatic dancing. While they had unique beliefs and practices, they are not considered a cult by most definitions.
What is the sentence for sect?
Shakers are a nearly extinct religious sect.
What is the position of Australia's Salt Shakers religious group concerning same-sex marriage?
Australian's Salt Shakers religious group does not support gay marriage. It has a campaign on its website opposing it.
Why were the shakers called the shakers?
According to the article that I read on the internet, and what I had heard before they shook in religious fervor during their religious services, thus the name.
What new religious group grouped formed in the 1830's?
the shakers
What has the author G R Runyon written?
G. R. Runyon has written: 'Shakers and Shakerism' -- subject(s): Collective settlements, Doctrines, Property, Religious aspects, Religious aspects of Property, Shakers
In which country are shakers from?
Shakers are from the United States. They are a religious group that originated in the 18th century with a focus on communal living and simplicity, known for their distinctive furniture and craftsmanship.
Why did brother Wayne Smith leave the shakers?
The former Brother Wayne Smith, now simply Wayne Smith. left the Shakers to marry a woman who was a journalist and writing a story on the last living Shakers for the Boston Globe. The is a follow-up article about his leaving the Shakers and marrying her, also published in the Boston Globe.
What religious group practiced celibacy and depended upon new converts for survival?
The Shakers were a religious group that practiced celibacy and relied on new converts to sustain their community. They believed in communal living, equality of the sexes, and pacifism. Their population declined because of their celibacy requirement.
Did the Shakers follow a vegetarian diet?
Some followers did, some didn't. Click on the link below, under 'Related links'.
