Montanus
Montanus (Greek: Μοντανός) as the second century founder of Montanism and a self proclaimed prophet. Montanus emphasized the work of the Holy Spirit, in a manner which set him apart from the Great Church.[1][2]
Only very little is known about the life of Montanus.[3] Montanus used to be a pagan priest, but later converted into Christianity.[1] Montanus began his prophesying in a village called Ardabau, located in Phrygia. The date of when Montanus started prophesying is somewhere around 157–172; however, the Church Fathers gave differing dates on the start of Montanism.[4] During his life Montanus was assisted by two women, Prisca and Maximilla, who also claimed to have prophecies.[1][2]
The teachings of Montanism include:[1]
That a new age of prosperity would come, and New Jerusalem will soon be established in Pepuza.
One could marry only once.
Abandoning marriage for spiritual reasons was allowed.
Every true Christian had to have recognizable spiritual gifts.
Martyrdom was encouraged and tr…more
Only very little is known about the life of Montanus.[3] Montanus used to be a pagan priest, but later converted into Christianity.[1] Montanus began his prophesying in a village called Ardabau, located in Phrygia. The date of when Montanus started prophesying is somewhere around 157–172; however, the Church Fathers gave differing dates on the start of Montanism.[4] During his life Montanus was assisted by two women, Prisca and Maximilla, who also claimed to have prophecies.[1][2]
The teachings of Montanism include:[1]
That a new age of prosperity would come, and New Jerusalem will soon be established in Pepuza.
One could marry only once.
Abandoning marriage for spiritual reasons was allowed.
Every true Christian had to have recognizable spiritual gifts.
Martyrdom was encouraged and tr…more
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The History of the Church: From Christ to Constantine
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The Other Side of the Judeo-Christian History
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