The Separation in the 16th-Century Swiss Brethren — An Analysis of the Schleitheim Confession

Insung Jeon

doi:10.18708/kjcs.2026.7.141.2.105

July 21, 2026Korean Journal of Christian Studies

The Separation in the 16th-Century Swiss Brethren — An Analysis of the Schleitheim Confession

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The aim is to explore the multifaceted theological significance of separation as presented in the Schleitheim Confession.
Historical analysis of the Schleitheim Confession, particularly Article 4 on separation.
Examined the context of the Swiss Brethren's separation from state-sponsored reformers.
Analyzed different modern interpretations of the theological implications of separation.
Separation is framed as a political and ecclesiological attempt to establish independent faith communities.
The conflict between the Swiss Brethren and Zwingli is understood as a divergence based on differing theological conclusions regarding church-state relations.
Modern interpretations highlight the ongoing ecclesiological questions surrounding voluntary obedience and mutual responsibility in Christian communities.

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Analysis reveals theological and political significance of separation in the 16th-century Swiss Brethren, indicating deeper implications for modern church identity.

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