Related Terms • Judaism

Definition:
Sabbatianism was a 17th century Jewish messianic movement formed around the figure of Sabbatai Zvi/Zebi (1626-1676). Zvi ultimately converted to Islam, disappointing many followers.

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What is Theism?
What is the difference between monotheism and monolatry? Between pantheism and panentheism? How about between animism and shamanism? Or theism and deism? What the heck is henotheism? For that matter, what is and is not a religion?

What is Religion?
A system of human beliefs, ideals and practices which is harder to define than it may at first appear.