Mennonites and Hutterites are both communities based on Anabaptist principles. Hutterites are a branch of the Anabaptist movement with their roots in the 16th century’s Radical Reformation. They originated from the Tyrol province in Austria. On the other hand, Mennonites are a community that follows the teachings of Frisian Menno Simons and are based on their belief in the ministry and mission of Jesus Christ. They are widely scattered across the globe and have formed various colonies.
### Key Takeaways
– Both Mennonites and Hutterites are communities based on Anabaptist principles.
– Hutterites originated from the Tyrol province in Austria and have their roots in the 16th century’s Radical Reformation, while Mennonites follow the teachings of Frisian Menno Simons and are based on their belief in the ministry and mission of Jesus Christ.
– Mennonites are widely scattered across the globe with their population in various countries and have formed numerous colonies, while Hutterites have settled mainly in North America.
