Mother Ann Lee
Definition
Mother Ann Lee was the leader of the United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing, also known as the Shakers.
Analogy
Think of Mother Ann Lee as the team captain who not only leads her team but also sets new rules for how they play their game - that's what she did when leading and shaping the practices of the Shaker community.
Related terms
Charismatic Authority: This is power legitimized by an individual's exceptional personal qualities that inspire loyalty and obedience. Mother Ann Lee had charismatic authority among her followers.
Religious Dissenters: These are individuals or groups who challenge established religious practices or doctrines. As a leader, Mother Ann Lee represented dissent from mainstream Christian practice.
Second Great Awakening: A Protestant religious revival during early 19th century in America which saw rise of several different sects including Shakers led by figures like Mother Ann Lee.
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