The doctrine of separation, also known as the doctrine of non-fellowship, is a belief among some Protestant religious groups, such as the Exclusive Brethren, Independent Fundamental Baptists, and Bible Baptist churches, that the members of a church should be separate from "the world" and not have association with those who are "of the world".
For example, in the KJV translation : Different groups vary widely in what to them constitutes separation.
For example, many Christians want to live in a way that is distinct from the typical lifestyle of the world (first degree).
"[1] Exclusive Brethren are an Evangelical Protestant group who hold strongly to the doctrine of separation, as they isolate themselves from those not of their community.
Practices and areas that should be separated under the more strict interpretations of the doctrine of separation include:[citation needed] The doctrine of separation often leads to ecclesiastical separatism,[citation needed] in which Christians leave Christian denominations that they believe are apostate, in accordance with Revelation 18:4.