Definition: The term "Anabaptism" refers to a religious movement in the early Christian church, which opposed the practices of the Roman Catholic Church and embraced a new spiritual tradition based on Jesus Christ's teachings. The key difference between Anabaptists and other Christian groups is their emphasis on baptism as a sign of faith in the name of Christ rather than a sacrament, which allows individuals to be immersed into God's presence without being commanded to take communion with bread and wine. This approach differs from more traditional forms of church membership that may include participation in liturgies or the practice of sacraments like baptism.