Christianity being defined as that belief system begun by Rome, later enforced by Rome, and which subsequently broke off into its protesting progeny, comprising of some 40,000 denominations.

Paganism being defined as the derogatory label assigned to all who would not bend the knee to Rome and its rules.

Following is a list of attributes known of a group that was mercilessly burnt at the stake for such infractions, and basically annihilated for their practice and beliefs.

1. They believed Gods temple was the heart and not a stone building

2. They did not accept glamorous costumes, but dressed humbly

3. They had no regard for the power structure of the Church

4. They believed that if God can be approached through one's heart, why the need for priests or rabbis? Now days we can include pastors.

5. They were totally dedicated to non-violence in all its forms, including animals

6. They respected and even revered women, believing in equality of the sexes

7. They believed in purity, chastity, and humility


Can anyone guess who this group was?

Can anyone affirm the correctness of the Church destroying such paganistic principles?