Montanus of Phrygia

Montanus (; Greek: Μοντανός) was the second century founder of Montanism and a self-proclaimed prophet. Montanus emphasized the work of the Holy Spirit, in a manner which set him apart from the Great Church.

Life Little is known about the life of Montanus. Montanus used to be a pagan priest, but converted into Christianity. Montanus was assisted by two women, Prisca and Maximilla, who also claimed to have prophecies. Opposition to formalism in theology. A high emphasis on morality. Montanus was heavily attacked by other early church theologians and seen as a heretic. However, Tertullian is often said to have adopted Montanism.