Chiliasts

/ˈkɪliˌæsts/ noun

Definition

Plural of chiliast; multiple people who believe in chiliasm or the thousand-year reign of Christ.

Etymology

Plural form of chiliast; adds the -s suffix to create the plural form.

Kelly Says

History shows that chiliasts could be dangerously literal in their beliefs—some actually gave away their possessions or refused to plant crops because they thought the thousand-year kingdom was starting 'any day now.'

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