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Open Brethren
The Open Brethren are a branch of the Plymouth Brethren tradition of evangelical Christianity. The Open Brethren originated in Ireland and in the British Isles; today they have an estimated 26,000 assemblies worldwide. The Open Brethren form independent, autonomous assemblies and the name "Open" is given to them to distinguish them from "Exclusive Brethren", with whom they share historic roots. The division of the Plymouth Brethren into the Open Brethren and the Exclusive Brethren took place in 1848. Open Brethren are also commonly known as "Plymouth Brethren", especially in North America. Many Open Brethren outside North America, however, less frequently use the "Plymouth Brethren" designation to avoid confusion with the related Exclusive Brethren, particularly the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, which is known for its rigid interpretation of the doctrine of nonconformity to the world. The Brethren are committed to missionary work and they also hold the view that the Bible is the first...
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