Seventh-day Adventism
Seventh-day Adventism is a Protestant Christian denomination that is distinguished by its observance of Saturday as the Sabbath, and by its emphasis on the imminent Second Coming of Jesus Christ. It was developed in the United States in the mid-19th century and formally established in 1863. Among its founders was Ellen G. White, whose extensive writings are still held in high regard by the church today.
Beliefs and practices[edit | edit source]
Seventh-day Adventists believe in the Trinity, that God is three persons: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. They believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, the Savior of the world, and that he has been given all authority in heaven and on earth.
The Sabbath is a day of rest and worship for Seventh-day Adventists. They believe that the seventh day of the week, Saturday, is the Sabbath, as mentioned in the Ten Commandments. They observe the Sabbath from sunset on Friday to sunset on Saturday.
Seventh-day Adventists believe in the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. They believe that the Second Coming will be a literal event, visible to all people, and that it is near.
Health and diet[edit | edit source]
Seventh-day Adventists promote a healthy lifestyle and diet. They advocate vegetarianism and are known for their health outreach programs, such as the Loma Linda University Medical Center.
Education[edit | edit source]
Education is highly valued in the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The church operates a large educational system throughout the world, from elementary schools to universities, including Loma Linda University and Andrews University.
History[edit | edit source]
The Seventh-day Adventist Church was formally established in 1863 in the United States. It grew out of the Millerite movement of the 1840s, which was based on the teachings of William Miller, who predicted the Second Coming of Christ in 1844.
Ellen G. White was a co-founder of the church and a prolific author. Her writings, which include interpretations of biblical prophecy, are considered inspired counsel by the church.
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