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Montanist Communities

By K. Kris Hirst, About.com

Definition: The Montanist communities, also known as the Phrygians, were an early Christian sect of the second century AD in Asia minor (Phrygia), founded by Montanus and two prophetesses, Priscilla and Maximilla.

This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
Also Known As: Phrygians, Pepuzians, Cataphrygians

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