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The American Shakers
A Celibate, Religious Community.
Founded by Ann Lee of Manchester, Eng-
land (1736-1784). Established in America,
1774. Societies founded in seven states.
BASIC PRINCIPLES
Purity of Life, Confession of Sin, Conse-
cration of Strength, Time and Talent.
BELIEFS
Duality of the Deity, Father and Mother
God. The Mighty Dual Spirit, Creator of
Life, Light, Truth and Love. Duality of
the Christ Spirit, as manifested by Jesus, and
Ann Lee. Immortal Life, Progress of the
Soul, Faithfulness, Lawfulness, Equality of
the Sexes, Equality in Labor, Equality in
Property, Temperance in all things, Justice,
and Kindness to all.
GOVERNMENT
The head of the Shaker Order, is Christ.
Represented in a Dual Order of Leaders,
Ministry, Elders, and Trustees.
COMMUNITY
Perpetuated by admission of serious minded
persons, and adoption of children.
SHAKER MOTTO
"Hands to work, and Hearts to God."
ANN LEE.
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