What Would Distinguish a Sect at an Early Stage of Development

question 3

Multiple Choice

What would distinguish a sect at an early stage of development from a church?

• A) A sect remains innovative and resists routinization.
• B) A sect is always a part of an established church.
• C) A sect evolves into further schisms and sects.
• D) A sect is characterized by enthusiasm and spontaneity.

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