Montanism (New Prophecy)
Apocalyptic revival movement emphasizing ecstatic prophecy and moral rigorism
Montanism, originating in Phrygia with Montanus and the prophetesses Priscilla and Maximilla, was a charismatic revival movement that claimed the Holy Spirit (the Paraclete) was delivering direct, authoritative revelation superseding apostolic norms, demanding rigorous fasting, prohibiting second marriages, and expecting the imminent descent of the Heavenly Jerusalem at Pepuza.
Historical Context & Significance
Condemned by bishops of Asia Minor and Bishop Zephyrinus of Rome in the earliest synods of post-apostolic history, Montanism nevertheless won the adherence of Tertullian in Carthage, highlighting early tensions between charismatic prophecy and institutional episcopal office.
Genealogical Lineage & Splits
This movement or council is an early root foundation with no preceding parent split in the dataset.
Theological & Hermeneutical Coordinates
Primary Scripture Proof-Texts
Key biblical passages central to this tradition's exegesis and historical debates.
Connected Theological Perspectives & Debates
Universal Christian confession that God Almighty is the sole Creator of all things visible and invisible out of nothing (*creatio ex nihilo*).
Universal confession that Jesus Christ died on the cross for our sins and was raised for our justification according to the Scriptures.