Person
William Miller
American Baptist preacher
William Miller (February 15, 1782 – December 20, 1849) is an American Baptist preacher who is credited with beginning the mid-nineteenth century North American religious movement now known as Adventism.
Among his direct spiritual heirs are several major religious denominations, including Seventh-day Adventists and Advent Christians.
Later movements find inspiration in Miller's emphasis on Bible prophecy.
His own followers are known as Millerites.