Quakers Beliefs
Baptism - Most Quakers believe that how a person lives their
life is a sacrament, and that formal observances are not necessary. Quakers
hold that baptism is an inward, not outward, act.
Bible - Quakers' beliefs stress individual revelation, but
the Bible is truth. All personal light must be held up to the Bible for
confirmation. The Holy Spirit, who inspired the Bible, does not contradict
Himself.
Communion - Spiritual communion with God, experienced during
silent meditation, is one of the common Quakers beliefs.
Creed - Quakers do not have a written creed. Instead, they
hold to personal testimonies professing peace, integrity, humility, and
community.
Equality - From its beginning, the Religious Society of
Friends taught equality of all persons, including women. Some conservative
meetings are divided over the issue of homosexuality.
Heaven, Hell - Quakers believe that God's kingdom is now,
and consider heaven and hell issues for individual interpretation. Liberal
Quakers hold that the question of the afterlife is a matter of speculation.
Jesus Christ- While Quakers beliefs say that God is
revealed in Jesus Christ, most Friends are more concerned with emulating Jesus'
life and obeying his commands than with the theology of salvation.
Sin - Unlike other Christian denominations, Quakers believe
that humans are inherently good. Sin exists, but even the fallen are children
of God, Who works to kindle the Light within them.
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