Christian communism
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Christian Communism is a theological and political historical theory that is based upon chapter 2 and versus 44 and 45 of New Testament Bible Book of Acts. Throughout the ages many groups have claimed these verses as the foundation of their belief system.
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Brief History
Origin of Christian communism
The origin of Christian Communism can be traced to an interpretation of verses found in the New Testament Bible Book of Acts at chapter 2 and verses 44 and 45 (King James Version):
44 And all that believed were together, and had all things in common; 45 And sold their possessions and goods, and parted them to all men, as every man had need.
The theme was reiterated in Acts 4:32-37 (New International Version):
32 All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they had. 33 With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and much grace was upon them all. 34 There were no needy persons among them. For from time to time those who owned lands or houses sold them, brought the money from the sales 35 and put it at the apostles' feet, and it was distributed to anyone as he had need. 36 Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (which means Son of Encouragement), 37 sold a field he owned and brought the money and put it at the apostles' feet.
Diggers (True Levellers)
In the 1600s the Diggers (True Levellers), followers of Gerrard Winstanley, believed in the concept of "levelling mens' estates" in order to create equality. They also took over common land for what they believed to be the common good.