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zealots

/ˈzɛləts/

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noun

Eiferer, Fanatiker

One who is zealous, one who is full of zeal for his own specific beliefs or objectives, usually in the negative sense of being too passionate; a fanatic

Examples :

"The political zealots on both sides of the issue refused to listen to any opposing viewpoints. "

Die politischen Eiferer auf beiden Seiten der Frage weigerten sich, andere Standpunkte zu hören.

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noun

Eiferer, Fanatiker

A member of a radical, warlike, ardently patriotic group of Jews in Judea, particularly prominent in the first century, who advocated the violent overthrow of Roman rule and vigorously resisted the efforts of the Romans and their supporters to convert the Jews.

Examples :

"During the Roman occupation, Jewish zealots fought fiercely for their freedom and religious beliefs. "

Während der römischen Besatzung kämpften jüdische Eiferer heftig für ihre Freiheit und ihren religiösen Glauben.

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Anhänger einer anti-aristokratischen politischen Gruppe in Thessaloniki

A member of an anti-aristocratic political group in Thessalonica from 1342 until 1350.

Examples :

"During the political turmoil in Thessalonica, the zealots gained significant power by appealing to the poor and challenging the established elite. "

Während der politischen Unruhen in Thessaloniki erlangten die Anhänger der anti-aristokratischen politischen Gruppe erhebliche Macht, indem sie die Armen ansprachen und die etablierte Elite herausforderten.

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