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The Anabaptist Kingdom of MunsterJoin us on a fascinating journey through the history of Munster as we explore the dramatic rise and fall of the Anabaptist K...
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The Münster rebellion (German: Täuferreich von Münster, "Anabaptist dominion of Münster") was an attempt by radical Anabaptists to establish a communal sectarian government in the German city of Münster – then under the large Prince-Bishopric of Münster in the Holy Roman Empire.
June 25 th is the date on which the so-called ‘Anabaptist Kingdom of Münster’ finally fell to the besieging forces, who engaged in widespread slaughter within the city. Perhaps this is an appropriate date to reflect on this tragic incident and what we can learn from it.
Jun 26, 2023 · At the city of Münster, a group of radical Anabaptists gained control with the support of citizens who shared their ideals. In 1534, under the leadership of Jan Matthys and later Jan van Leiden, they took over the city council and transformed Münster, believing that it was to be the New Jerusalem of Christ’s coming kingdom.
Jan 1, 1999 · Hardcover – January 1, 1999. Relates the early sixteenth-century uprising of a radical sect of Anabaptists, who took over the northern German town of Munster and fought off the powers of church and state for two years. Book recommendations, author interviews, editors' picks, and more.
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Oct 16, 2021 · Language. English. xii, 244 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : 22 cm. History of the rule of Jan Matthias, Bernard Knipperdolling, and Jan van Leyden in sixteenth century Munster. Includes bibliographical references (pages 230-234) and index. Access-restricted-item.
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Jun 12, 2023 · The Anabaptist Kingdom of Münster refers to the Anabaptist Reformation in Münster, which lasted from spring 1534 to summer 1535. However, I always have problems with the term Anabaptist “Kingdom” of Münster. For this immediately leads to images in the mind of an “empire” extended in time and territory.
