William Miller (1782-1849) is a good example of a date-setter. Miller made a name for himself by claiming the Christ would return to the earth on October 22, 1844.
The Millerite movement spawned a number of groups claiming special revelation and privilege as "true Churches". Groups which have spun off from the Millerites include Seventh-day Adventists and Jehovah's Witnesses.
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