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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 functional prerequisites was not fulfilled by the religious sect known as the Shakers?
The Shakers did not fulfill the functional prerequisite of demographic reproduction due to their strict beliefs against marriage and sexual relations. This led to a decline in their numbers over time.
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.
Are the Shakers the only religious group able to establish a lasting Uptopian community?
Did even the Shakers achieve that? To the extent which Shakers achieved it, which is to say to the extent which some small set of fervent believers band together to create a community which they largely believe is following principles they all believe, well that kind of thing (whether you call it a cult or a community) happens all over the place. Consider monastic orders such as the Benedictines, which have existed for hundreds of years. Everyone's utopia is different, but you can find small groups close enough to agreement to make it work, sometimes for much longer than Shakers.
Why do shakers believe in celibacy and was that the reason they are in non existence?
According to the Official Creed of the Shakers (http://www.bible.ca/cr-shakers.htm just ignore the advertising) celibacy was practiced as a form of obedience to Christ's example of celibacy. Overcoming "lust" and remaining a virgin allowed the believer to remain pure from that particular sin while he/she lived on earth and furthered their work towards perfection. You can read the book of all of Mother Anne's teachings at that website. Interestingly, fatherhood and motherhood were held in high esteem and Shakers often adopted orphans who would then be raised in a mixed-gender household, with a "mother" and "father" and "aunts" and "uncles." Many sociologists believe that the reason for the slow extinction of the Shakers comes not only from the practice of celibacy but also from changes in laws so that religious groups were no longer allowed to adopt orphans. For an in-depth, scholarly view of the Shaker's, you can read about them here: http://www.eric.ed.gov/ERICDocs/data/ericdocs2sql/content_storage_01/0000019b/80/13/71/f7.pdf
How did the shakers live?
Shakers lived as family units practicing a celebate,protestant,conversative,and communistic of life.
What is the samba shakers called?
shakers
When was Shakers created?
Shakers was created in 1747.
When was Capital Shakers created?
Capital Shakers was created in 1998.
Where do the shakers live today?
They live in places around the 50 states but the one I know is Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village New Gloucester, Maine
Did the shakers practice polygamy?
Precisely the opposite; the Shakers were against ANY sexual contact. Shakers didn't have children, although they could adopt.
Who are the shakers?
the shakers are a small religious section that was founded in machester,England, in 1747
When did the shakers invent the clothespin?
The Shakers invented the clothespin in the mid 1800's
What are shakers made of?
Shakers can be made of various materials such as stainless steel, glass, plastic, or ceramic. Stainless steel shakers are durable and ideal for mixing cocktails, while glass shakers are popular for their elegant design. Plastic shakers are affordable and lightweight, making them a practical option for beginners. Ceramic shakers are decorative and add a touch of style to your barware collection.
What religious books do the shakers follow?
The founder of the Shakers, as a religious group, was formerly a Quaker. Both Quakers and Shakers use the Bible as their fundamental religious book.
What has the author Marguerite Frost written?
Marguerite Frost has written: 'About the Shakers' -- subject(s): History, Shakers 'The Shaker story' -- subject(s): History, Shakers
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
